Charlie Kirk's political activism was born in the Chicago suburbs
Right wing activist Charlie Kirk, who was shot and killed during an event at a Utah university Wednesday, got his start in politics from a young age in Chicago's suburbs.
City officials cut ribbon on new Englewood housing development
Chicago city officials cut the ribbon on a brand new mixed-used affordable housing development in Englewood Wednesday.
Romeoville man arrested, allegedly held woman against her will
Wauconda police arrested a Romeoville man Saturday during a traffic stop, finding a woman who told them she was held against her will in his car.
Discounted Riot Fest tickets for sale at Costco
If you're still looking to get a ticket to Riot Fest 2025 and are a Costco member, you can get a one-day pass for a lower price.
Federal agents raid Bensenville vape distributor warehouse
U.S. Marshals and federal agents from the FDA raided a facility in Bensenville, Illinois, that distributes vaping products.
Army veteran from Plainfield sues VA for medical malpractice
A U.S. Army veteran from Plainfield, Illinois, is suing the Department of Veterans Affairs for medical malpractice.
Jewish Chicagoan recounts being shot on way to synagogue
During the hearing on antisemitism held by the Chicago Commission on Human Relations Monday, one Jewish Chicagoan shared a harrowing story of being shot while on his way to synagogue last year
Robbers smash Mag Mile Rolex store windows with axes, snatch watches
A group of thieves carried out a brazen smash-and-grab robbery at the Mag Mile Rolex store in the middle of Friday afternoon.
Teen charged with 4 Logan Square robberies, armed robberies
A 16-year-old boy is charged with four robberies all in Chicago's Logan Square neighborhood.
Durbin, Duckworth discuss use of Naval Station Great Lakes by ICE
Senators Dick Durbin and Tammy Duckworth are in North Chicago, Illinois Friday to discuss plans to use Naval Station Great Lakes as a base for ICE agents.
El Grito Chicago postponed over fears of ICE activity
El Grito Chicago has been postponed due to fears about immigration enforcement activity, officials announced Thursday.
Aurora police looking for witness to motorcycle crash
Aurora police are asking for the public's help finding a driver they believe witnessed a serious crash between and SUV and a motorcycle.
Antisemitic graffiti spray painted on Vernon Hills synagogue
Police are investigating after antisemitic graffiti was spray painted on a synagogue in Vernon Hills, Illinois.
$1 million Powerball ticket sold in Aurora
The Powerball jackpot has climbed to $1.7 billion but a winning seven-figure ticket was sold in Aurora, Illinois, for last night's drawing.
Mayor proclaims today to be Sandra Cisneros Day, honoring famed author
Mayor Brandon Johnson has proclaimed Sept. 4, 2025 to be Sandra Cisneros Day, honoring the famed local author.