Chicago area Mega Millions players dream big in face of $1.22 billion jackpot
Ayisha Sheard said she'd pay off her kids' college tuition, and "probably get a new house built from the ground."
Police, fire departments hold holiday parade for workers at Advocate Lutheran General Hospital
There was no red-nosed reindeer guiding the parade, but there were plenty of red lights all aglow—along with sirens, from emergency vehicles,
Firefighters battle extra-alarm blaze at Back of the Yards warehouse
A Level 1 hazardous materials response also was initiated. According to unconfirmed fire dispatch reports, there were explosions inside the building after the fire started.
"Super Saturday" brings out Chicago crowds to wrap up their holiday shopping
If you are one of the people who still has some things to pick up on your holiday shopping list, you are certainly not alone.
Chicago school board votes to fire CPS CEO Pedro Martinez
Because Martinez was fired without cause, his contract allows him to stay on the job for another six months, and receive 20 weeks of severance pay.
Chicago school board could fire CPS CEO Pedro Martinez at emergency meeting Friday
Many, including alderpersons and the members of the incoming elected school board, are denouncing the planned agenda.
Year's last Thornton Township Board meeting is canceled due to lack of quorum
Thornton Township Trustees Christopher Gonzalez and Carmen Carlisle have been going to great lengths to stall movement on Henyard's plans for the township.
Man wounded in shootout near car with off-duty Chicago police officers inside
The shooting happened just before 1:30 a.m. in the 1000 block of South Mayfield Avenue.
Eye-catching display in Midlothian helping feed area families for the holidays
Dylan Gluzsek's home in Midlothian is glowing for good; the holiday lights meant to draw people in.
President Biden commutes sentence for former Dixon, Ill. Comptroller Rita Crundwell
The president commuted the sentences of 1,499 people who were released from prison and placed on home confinement during the coronavirus pandemic.
Faithful brave cold weather to flock to Shrine of Our Lady of Guadalupe in Des Plaines
Everyone was more than willing to brave biting winds and temperatures in the 20s.
Rumors about possible sale of Walgreens spark concerns about closures
Experts said Tuesday night that the industry is facing hard times because of factors such as slowing sales and diminishing reimbursements—leading to store closures.
Police officer seriously hurt after shooting outside pub in west suburban Cicero
At least several evidence markers were found on the ground, and the back window of an unmarked squad car, a Ford Expedition, was shot out.
Old Man Marley's house-next-door from "Home Alone" is now for sale
Social media sleuths noticed that the house next door to the iconic "Home Alone" house in Winnetka is now up for sale.
Man charged with murder of Oak Park detective makes first court appearance
Jerell Thomas, 37, is being held on charges of first-degree murder, attempted murder of a peace officer, possession of a stolen firearm, and unlawful use of a weapon by a felon.