U.S. Coast Guard seizes second oil tanker near Venezuela as pressure on Maduro grows
The U.S. Coast Guard has seized a second oil tanker off Venezuela’s coast and is pursuing a third, as the White House increases pressure on President Nicolás Maduro.
Lawmakers threaten contempt over DOJ’s partial release of Epstein files
Reps. Ro Khanna and Thomas Massie warn they may hold Attorney General Pam Bondi in contempt, accusing the Justice Department of missing a legal deadline as the DOJ says more Epstein documents are still under review to protect victims.
Ice skating, holiday lights & winter fun in Rosemont
Rosemont’s outdoor NHL-size ice rink, sponsored by the Chicago Wolves, continues to be a popular winter destination. We check in with Rosemont Mayor Brad Stephens on what makes the rink a seasonal favorite and how it fits into the village’s winter offerings. We also highlight other fun things to do while you’re in town, including holiday lights, indoor skydiving, and bowling, making Rosemont a go-to spot for winter entertainment.
Bears fans react to comeback win against Packers, playoff clinch
Bears fans are still buzzing after a rollercoaster weekend that sent Chicago to the playoffs.
Bears fans react to playoff clinch: 'First time cheering for Aaron Rodgers'
Bears fans are still buzzing after a rollercoaster weekend that sent Chicago to the playoffs.
Illinois high school senior becomes youngest honoree on Forbes 30 Under 30 list
An Illinois high school senior is gaining national recognition for work that’s making a global impact.
FBI Chicago offers $10K reward in hunt for Riverdale murder suspect
FBI Chicago is now offering $10,000 for the arrest of a man accused of killing a pregnant woman.
FBI Chicago offers $10K reward in hunt for murder suspect Antonio Stigler
FBI Chicago is now offering $10,000 for the arrest of Antonio Stigler, who is accused of killing a pregnant woman.
Sinkhole reported on Chicago's South Side
A sinkhole has shut down some streets on Chicago's South Side.
Pavement collapse reported in Chicago's Mount Greenwood
A large hole opened up on the street in Chicago's Mount Greenwood neighborhood.
Man dies after walking into Chicago hospital with gunshot wound to chest, police say
Chicago police say an 18-year-old took himself to the hospital after being shot in the chest and later died.
From '6 7' to 'Skibidi': 15 of the most-used Gen Alpha slang terms of 2025
For anyone dreading sitting across from their teenage cousin and feeling like the oldest person to ever walk the earth as families gather over the next few weeks for the holidays, this one is for you.
Justice Department releases new Epstein files as critics accuse DOJ of delays
Newly released Jeffrey Epstein investigation documents spark controversy after some files were heavily redacted, briefly disappeared, and lawmakers from both parties say the Justice Department isn’t moving fast enough.
Video shows suburban Chicago police officers saving man from overturned car on fire
New video shows police officers in Chicago's suburbs saving a driver who was trapped inside an overturned car that was on fire early Sunday morning.
Oak Brook police save driver trapped in overturned car on fire
Police officers in Oak Brook saved a driver who was trapped inside an overturned car that was on fire early Sunday morning.
Chicago police seek driver after double fatal hit-and-run
Chicago police are asking for help after two pedestrians were killed in a hit-and-run early Sunday.
2025 Holiday Shipping Deadlines: USPS, FedEx, UPS important dates to remember
With the holidays right around the corner, you need to be sure to mail packages early to ensure on-time delivery. Keep these essential 2025 shipping deadlines in mind from USPS, FedEx, and UPS to ensure your cards and gifts reach their destinations in time for Hanukkah, Christmas, Kwanzaa and other holidays.
Stimulus payment December 2025, IRS direct deposit relief payment & tariff dividend fact check
Hold off on that purchase! Online rumors of new stimulus checks by year’s end are out there.
Man with gunshot wound walks into 5th district police station: police
A person with a gunshot wound walked into the 5th district police station around 8:30 p.m. on Sunday.
Jacques Marquette Plaque | Monument Moment
There are a number of memorials and markers around the Chicago remembering the famed French explorer Jaques Marquette who visited here more than 350 years ago. In tonight's monument moment, we visit a lonely stone slab on Chicago's South Side that seems appropriate to check out-- in winter.