Trial begins for suit filed by man shot by Chicago police in CTA station in 2020
A federal trial began Monday to decide if Chicago police officers violated a man's civil rights when they shot him at the Grand Avenue CTA Red Line station in 2020.
Measles vaccine rates up 3% in Chicago Public Schools
The newest measles vaccination numbers released by Chicago Public Schools shows immunizations are finally moving in the right direction.
Snow and cold are here to stay in Chicago for now, and winter could be rough
The opening days of December it may be, but it feels like midwinter in Chicago, with record snowfall in the past week and even colder temperatures on the way.
More than 200 vehicles towed during first night of overnight winter parking ban
Some Chicagoans found out the hard way on Monday that the overnight winter parking ban is in effect.
Person in custody after woman set on fire on CTA Blue Line train
A person was in custody Tuesday after a woman was set on fire while riding a CTA Blue Line in Chicago's Loop the night before.
2 men attacked blocks apart on Chicago's Near West Side, police say
Two men were attacked with sharp objects an hour apart early Monday on Chicago's Near West Side, Chicago police said.
Teacher released after being taken by ICE from daycare in North Center
A daycare teacher has been released after being detained by U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement agents in Chicago's North Center neighborhood last week.
One Lisle school pays far more for water than other because of private company
Why is one school in the west Chicago suburb of Lisle paying a water bill three times higher than another? The answer has to do with a private utility company.
Winter storm socks Chicago area
A Winter Storm Warning remains in effect for Northwest Indiana and the northern suburbs while much of the Chicago area has been downgraded to a Winter Weather Advisory.
Illinois tax amnesty program gives tax debtors break from penalties, interest
If you have outstanding state tax debt in Illinois, you have until Nov. 17 to take advantage of an amnesty program allowing people and businesses to avoid the penalties they've racked up.
Teacher detained by ICE at Chicago daycare believed to be at Broadview
The teacher detained by ICE agents at the Rayito del Sol daycare in North Center is believed to now be at the Broadview processing facility, and parents in the community now have serious safety concerns.
Chicago family turns to food bank for first time after SNAP pause
Charlene Echoles said she and her husband work but now have to make up the difference by visiting pantries after their SNAP benefits were paused.
Back of the Yards school is ahead of the curve on climate change education
Starting in 2026, Illinois schools will be required to teach students about climate change. One CPS school in Back of the Yards is well ahead of the curve thanks to one of their teachers.
Where to find food, help in the Chicago area as SNAP benefits lapse
As SNAP benefits lapse amid the ongoing government shutdown, these food banks, mutual aid groups, community organizations and more are working to make sure Illinoisans can still feed their families.
Illinois transit funding bill passed overnight
The Illinois General Assembly passed a compromise bill to fund public transportation, including CTA, Metra and Pace, with the majority of the money going to the Chicago area.