Elderly woman dies after fire blamed on smoking in Washington Heights
Firefighters returned to the block on Wednesday to talk to neighbors about what happened and distribute free smoke detectors
Pedestrian critically injured in hit-and-run on Northwest Side
The victim was crossing the street at the intersection of Diversey and Central Park avenues when they were hit by a vehicle, and thrown from the street to the sidewalk.
Woman found dead after mattress fire in Washington Heights
There was a large emergency response to the fire shortly after 4:15 p.m. in the 9400 block of South Lowe Avenue.
Police seek 7 suspects in robbery on Red Line train in Greater Grand Crossing
Police released a community alert on Tuesday showing surveillance images of the seven suspects, and asked anyone with information to contact public transportation detectives at 312-745-4447.
Giant Bertie Bott's Every Flavour Beans float on Chicago River
A new Harry Potter Shop is opening on the Magnificent Mile on April 10.
Indiana congresswoman faces backlash at town hall for defending Musk, Hegseth
Spartz was repeatedly drowned out by jeers from some of the 500 people who packed a conference center outside of Indianapolis.
Volunteers clean up trash in West Town neighborhood to celebrate Earth Month
Saturday's cleanup was part of a collaboration with eight organizations dedicated to cleaning up the city and protecting the environment.
2 men charged in street takeover near Lincoln Park Zoo in Chicago
Elijah Perez, 18, and Oshea Rosenthall, 26, are charged with misdemeanor counts of reckless conduct, reckless driving, and multiple traffic violations.
Feds seek $3.1 million forfeiture from ex-Speaker Madigan after bribery conviction
In February, a jury convicted Madigan of 10 corruption counts, but acquitted him on seven other charges, while jurors were deadlocked on six other counts.
Chicago Cubs' starting lineup for MLB Opening Day 2025 game announced
The Cubs are hoping the addition of All-Star right fielder Kyle Tucker helps get them back to the playoffs for the first time since 2020.
Students at Gary school damaged by tornado to move to another building
Students at McCullough Academy will have classes at the Gary Area Career Center next week while officials continue to assess damage and make plans for repairs at their damaged school.
Rescue Together adoption event aims to find forever homes for 100 pets
PAWS Chicago, Chicago Animal Care and Control, and five other animal shelters are teaming up this weekend for "Rescue Together," a marathon adoption event to help dozens of pets find permanent homes.
Chicago waiving city vehicle sticker penalties for all drivers in April
The office of the Chicago City Clerk is calling next month Amnesty April.
Sex offender arrested in Joliet for taking photos of boys at swimming pool
Police said Farrell Theis was restocking vending machines at the Joliet Park District building last month when a staffer caught him taking pictures of high school boys using the swimming pool.
3 teens charged with carjacking 61-year-old man in South Chicago
Jamari Dunbar, 18, and two juveniles – a 14-year-old boy and a 15-year-old boy – each have been charged with one count of aggravated vehicular hijacking.