R. Kelly seeks appeals court relief from 30-year prison term
R. Kelly's lawyer says all kinds of legitimate organizations — even college fraternities — could be deemed racketeering organizations under a law used to convict the R&B superstar at his trial of using his fame to sexually abuse young fans.
Geneva police issue warning after missing teen found safe following online encounter
The Geneva Police Department issued a community alert this week about human traffickers targeting minors through online grooming and arranging meetings.
Cook County man receives lengthy prison term for brutal home invasions, shooting
A Cook County man has been sentenced to 60 years in the Illinois Department of Corrections for breaking into homes in Wheaton and Lombard, which resulted in the shooting of a homeowner in August 2020.
Fake safety glasses left woman with permanent eye damage during 2017 solar eclipse, doctor says
The young woman's vision was 20/20 in the right eye and 20/25 in the left before the eclipse. Within four hours of looking at the sun, she said her vision was blurry and distorted in both eyes, and the only color she could see was black.
Chicago weather: One-day warmup for Spring Equinox before cold temps return
Here's your Chicago weather outlook for this week:
Kate Middleton: A timeline of her 'disappearance'
A flurry of conspiracy theories has emerged, with social media users speculating about Kate Middleton’s whereabouts and health. Here’s what we know so far.
The Inspired Home Show offers houseware paradise at McCormick Place
The Inspired Home Show at McCormick Place is in full swing, featuring gizmos, gadgets, and home decor galore.
Inspired Home Show taking place at McCormick Place
The show goes through Tuesday.
Glenview school referendum divides parents over school closure, tax hike
In a north suburban school district, parents find themselves divided over a potential school closure and property tax increase.
Pritzker signs executive order to enhance access to groundbreaking therapies
Gov. J.B. Pritzker took action Monday by signing an executive order aimed at establishing a framework to finance and enhance access to groundbreaking therapies and medications, such as the recently endorsed gene therapies for sickle cell disease.
Across America: Oklahoma considers banning minors from social media
Young children in Oklahoma could soon be banned from using certain social media platforms. A bill banning minors under 16 years old just passed in the state's House. If it passes in the Senate, those between 16 and 18 years old will need parental consent. The bill also mandates social media companies to require age verification. If they don't, they could face a fine of $2,500.
North suburban parents divided over referendum
Many local parents are protesting over a new referendum.
Biden campaign accuses Trump of threatening violence if he loses
A bloodbath for the economy, says the Trump team, but the Biden campaign accused the former president of threatening violence if he loses in November.
New migrant facility opens in North Carolina, but why?
A new migrant facility to house minors is now open hundreds of miles from the southern border, in North Carolina.
Pritzker takes action to expand access to groundbreaking therapies
On Monday, Governor J.B. Pritzker signed an executive order focusing on establishing a framework to finance and improve accessibility to pioneering therapies and medications, including newly endorsed gene therapies for sickle cell disease.
Elijah Vue: Two Rivers police find blanket belonging to missing boy
Police confirmed on Monday, March 18 that the blanket of the missing Two Rivers boy Elijah Vue has been located.
Foul odor prompts HazMat response at Aurora apartment complex
A strong odor led to a HazMat response at an Aurora apartment building Monday morning.
Grand Crossing shooting: Teen critically wounded on Chicago's South Side
A 13-year-old boy was shot Monday afternoon on Chicago's South Side.
Supreme Court to address Biden administration's social media COVID-19 post removals
Was the Biden administration violating citizens' First Amendment rights or fighting digital lies when it pushed social media companies to remove posts about COVID-19? That's the question now facing the Supreme Court.
Cook County treasurer sounds alarm over low voter turnout amid crucial referendums
Tuesday's primary ballot is packed with dozens of referendums, likely impacting your district directly.