Thanksgiving holiday travel already picking up at Midway Airport; airfares jump
The Transportation Security Administration projects the busiest days at airports will be the Tuesday and Wednesday before Thanksgiving, and the Sunday after the holiday.
Start of Christkindlmarket, Chicago tree lighting to kick off holiday season Friday
Two nights ahead of time, some vendors were already preparing for the teeming crowds to come.
Chicago students raise, cook early Thanksgiving dinner for hundreds
At the Chicago High School for Agricultural Sciences, at 3857 W. 111th St. in the Mount Greenwood neighborhood, students' passion for cooking is indescribable.
Southwest Side Chicago businesses join up to give out Thanksgiving turkeys to those in need
More than 400 turkeys were given away on Sunday in the West Elsdon neighborhood—and for many, the event was about more than just a free meal.
Family files lawsuit after man died of asthma attack at Stateville prison
Michael Broadway's family claims staff at Stateville Correctional Center "watched Michael slowly perish while gasping for breath."
1 dead, dozens displaced after apartment complex fire in Woodstock
Damage to the building has been estimated at $1.5 million.
Chicago police officer stabbed while arresting suspect in South Shore
Police used a Taser on the suspect while taking him into custody.
Former POW Jessica Lynch speaks at Aurora Veterans Day Parade
Lynch was the first American prisoner of war to be rescued since World War II, and the first American woman POW to be successfully rescued.
Slain CPD Ofc. Enrique Martinez mourned by hundreds at service
Martinez was shot and killed during the traffic stop near 80th and Ingleside. He was 26 years old.
Accused gunman denied release in murder of CPD Officer Enrique Martinez
Darion McMillian is accused not only of killing Officer Martinez during a traffic stop on Monday night, but also the driver of the car McMillian was in.
Accused gunman charged in murder of Chicago Police Officer Enrique Martinez
Darion McMillian was charged with first-degree murder of a police officer and several other counts.
Chicago Police officer killed in shootout in East Chatham
The officer, identified as 26-year-old Enrique Martinez, was struck multiple times.
Teen and man killed in shooting in Summit
"Jaydin was known for his kind heart, vibrant personality, and the positive impact he had on everyone around him," Argo Community High School principal Brandon Cotter said of the boy who was killed.
Group burglarized 5 businesses in Loop, West Loop in less than an hour, police say
Police say in each incident, the group broke the front glass window or door, then rummaged through the businesses and took things from inside.
Chicago State University students turn out to vote early, express their values
The university hosted its first "Stroll to the Polls" to encourage voter registration and participation.