Explore the Obama Presidential Center and Library opening in Chicago
After more than a decade since it was announced, the Obama Presidential Center and Library officially opens to the public in Chicago's Jackson Park on June 19, 2026.
"Broadview 6" ask for special prosecutor, info on dealings with DOJ, White House
Lawyers for the "Broadview Six" are trying to uncover communication between the White House and Chicago U.S. Attorney's Office regarding prosecutorial misconduct in their now-dismissed case.
Obama Presidential Center grand opening ceremony performers announced
The Obama Foundation announced a star-studded list of musical performers that will take the stage at the Obama Presidential Center grand opening ceremony Thursday.
Tornado outbreak possible again in Chicago area Wednesday
Another tornado outbreak is possible in the Chicago area Wednesday with two more rounds of storms on the way.
Dog rescued from rocks on Rainbow Beach in South Shore
A dog was rescued after becoming trapped beneath large rocks at Rainbow Beach in South Shore Monday.
Teen killed in crash between e-bike, car in Franklin Park ID'd
A 19-year-old died after a crash between his e-bike and a car in Franklin Park Tuesday morning, police said.
Woman found covered in blood at South Side gas station, CPD investigating
Chicago police are investigating after a woman woke up covered in blood at a gas station on the city's South Side early Tuesday morning.
Romeoville switching to new emergency alert system on July 1
The village of Romeoville, Illinois, will switch its emergency alert notification system starting on July 1.
Pritzker signs law banning sale of intoxicating hemp to anyone under 21
Illinois Gov. JB Pritzker signed a bill Friday that restricts the sale of intoxicating hemp products to the same ages as recreational marijuana.
Wheeling police investigating death of 8-year-old child
The Wheeling Police Department is investigating the death of an 8-year-old child Thursday.
2 charged with trying to rob undercover agents in Country Club Hills ATF operation
Two men have been charged with attempted robbery and a third with firearms trafficking in an incident that led to a shooting by officers in Country Club Hills.
Oak Park development vandalized with antisemitic message
Oak Park police said they are investigating an incident of antisemitic vandalism as a hate crime.
Mother of 4 killed, teen hurt in Greater Grand Crossing shooting
A mother of four was killed and a teenager was hurt when someone began shooting into her house overnight, Chicago police and family said.
Man rescued from collapsed home after Streator, Ill., tornado
Storm chaser Scott Lasker was in Streator, Illinois for a tornado outbreak when he found himself suddenly helping to rescue a trapped homeowner.
Severe storms delay start of Mumford & Sons Wrigley Field concert
The Mumford & Sons concert at Wrigley Field is delayed until 10 p.m. because of severe storms racing toward the Chicago area