Chicago White Sox host postponed home opener against Toronto Blue Jays
The White Sox are getting ready to host the Toronto Blue Jays for their first home game of 2026.
Thieves steal airbags from several Hondas in Lakeview
Airbags were stolen from multiple cars overnight on Chicago's North Side, the latest in a string of thefts in recent months targeting Hondas.
Dance captain for "The Wiz" held dance workshop for CPS students
Thirty-five students with disabilities from the Ray Graham Training Center filled the rehearsal room in the basement of the James Nederlander Theatre.
Chicago firefighter Michael Altman laid to rest after private funeral
Fallen Chicago firefighter/EMT Michael Altman was laid to rest Tuesday. The service was small and private, unlike the original plan.
Loyola Medicine experts expect 2026 allergy season could be a bad one
Allergy season is here, and the dreaded pollen can trigger sneezing, congestion, wheezing, and shortness of breath.
Chicago firefighter seriously hurt in extra-alarm fire in Rogers Park
A Chicago firefighter was seriously injured fighting an extra-alarm fire Monday afternoon in an apartment building in Rogers Park.
Strong winds hamper tornado recovery efforts in Lake Village, Indiana
Indiana state officials on Friday continued to survey tornado damage in Lake Village, after two people were killed in Tuesday's storms, though strong winds made cleanup efforts that much more difficult.
Long road ahead for Lake Village, Indiana, after deadly tornado
Restoration efforts continued in Northwest Indiana on Thursday after a massive tornado ripped through the town of Lake Village earlier this week — leaving an elderly couple dead.
Elderly couple ID'd as 2 killed in suspected NW Indiana tornado
The family said Tuesday night's tornado leveled the couple's home.
Fox Lake woman to remain in jail, accused of beating 11-year-old son for years
A Lake County judge ordered a Fox Lake woman to remain behind bars on Tuesday, following her arrest on charges accusing her of abusing her 11-year-old son for years.
Rev. Jesse Jackson honored at Chicago celebration of life
The People's Celebration, allowed former presidents, family members, and more to honor the icon of the Civil Rights Movement.
Columbia College installs 1st woman of color as president
Dr. Shantay Bolton is the new president of Columbia College in Chicago, the first woman of color and first woman in nearly 90 years to lead the school.
Shirley Payne recognized for having only woman, Black-owned funeral home in Fox Valley
Payne, otherwise known as Miss Shirley, said that loving people is the only way she's been successful through her 40 years of service.
2 Aspira charter high schools to close by April due to financial issues
The closing of both schools can cause issues for seniors, including pushing back their graduations.
Celebrations of life continue for Rev. Jesse Jackson
The celebration of life for Reverend Jesse Jackson continues with another visitation on Friday morning.