Chicago officer’s funeral shines light on first responder mental health struggles
As family and fellow officers prepare to honor fallen Chicago Police Officer John Bartholomew, a former CPD officer turned wellness advocate discusses the lasting mental health toll of repeated trauma on first responders and the resources available to help them and their families.
As family and fellow officers prepare to honor fallen Chicago Police Officer John Bartholomew, a former CPD officer turned wellness advocate discusses the lasting mental health toll of repeated trauma on first responders and the resources available to help them and their families.
2 charged after officer’s gun stolen at suburban Chicago school, police say
Two people have been charged after a school resource officer’s service weapon was stolen in Chicago’s northwest suburbs.
Two people have been charged after a school resource officer’s service weapon was stolen in Chicago’s northwest suburbs.
Man found shot on South Side sidewalk, Chicago police say
Chicago police say a man was found shot early Thursday in Hyde Park.
Chicago police say a man was found shot early Thursday in Hyde Park.
Slain Chicago police Ofc. John Bartholomew mourned by loved ones
The funeral services for CPD Ofc. John Bartholomew will be held this week after he was shot and killed late last month.
The funeral services for CPD Ofc. John Bartholomew will be held this week after he was shot and killed late last month.
Iran reviewing US proposal as pressure increases from Trump
President Donald Trump spoke optimistically about the progress of peace negotiations with Iran, telling reporters Wednesday afternoon that the U.S. has had "very good talks" with the country’s leadership over the previous 24 hours.
President Donald Trump spoke optimistically about the progress of peace negotiations with Iran, telling reporters Wednesday afternoon that the U.S. has had "very good talks" with the country’s leadership over the previous 24 hours.
Kianna Galvin case: Police excavate South Elgin property in renewed search for missing girl
Authorities in South Elgin are conducting a new search connected to the 2016 disappearance of Kianna Galvin after investigators discovered underground anomalies at a property.
Authorities in South Elgin are conducting a new search connected to the 2016 disappearance of Kianna Galvin after investigators discovered underground anomalies at a property.
Rapper Kodak Black arrested on drug trafficking charge, records show
Bill Kapri, known professionally as Kodak Black, was booked into the Orange County Jail on Wednesday, according to records.
Bill Kapri, known professionally as Kodak Black, was booked into the Orange County Jail on Wednesday, according to records.
Longtime Chicago aide to Rep. Danny Davis charged with COVID relief fraud
A longtime aide to Chicago Congressman Danny Davis is accused of collecting COVID relief benefits while employed.
A longtime aide to Chicago Congressman Danny Davis is accused of collecting COVID relief benefits while employed.
Chicago man found dead inside Northwest Side home identified
Chicago police say a man was found dead inside a Northwest Side home Wednesday night.
Chicago police say a man was found dead inside a Northwest Side home Wednesday night.
Chicago police: Woman stabbed during argument in Englewood
Chicago police are searching for a woman after a Wednesday night stabbing on the city's South Side.
Chicago police are searching for a woman after a Wednesday night stabbing on the city's South Side.
Loaves & Fishes breaks ground on hub expansion in Aurora
One of the state's biggest resources for families facing food insecurity is growing. Loaves and Fishes in Aurora has a brand new addition on the way. It's a move leaders say will help meet the rising need in the community. Kasey Chronis has a look at the project, and what it means for local families.
One of the state's biggest resources for families facing food insecurity is growing. Loaves and Fishes in Aurora has a brand new addition on the way. It's a move leaders say will help meet the rising need in the community. Kasey Chronis has a look at the project, and what it means for local families.
2 charged after school officer’s gun stolen at suburban Chicago school, police say
Two people have been charged after a school resource officer’s service weapon was stolen in Chicago’s northwest suburbs.
Two people have been charged after a school resource officer’s service weapon was stolen in Chicago’s northwest suburbs.
7 hospitalized after reported explosion, condo fire in Des Plaines
Seven people were hospitalized after a reported explosion and condo fire early Wednesday morning in Chicago's northwest suburbs.
Seven people were hospitalized after a reported explosion and condo fire early Wednesday morning in Chicago's northwest suburbs.
2 charged after officer's gun stolen at suburban Chicago school, police say
Two people have been charged after a school resource officer’s service weapon was stolen in Chicago’s northwest suburbs.
Two people have been charged after a school resource officer’s service weapon was stolen in Chicago’s northwest suburbs.
Loaves & Fishes breaks ground on Aurora expansion to meet rising demand
The largest food pantry in Illinois is breaking ground on a major expansion to help meet growing demand — which will allow it to serve up to three times more people in need.
The largest food pantry in Illinois is breaking ground on a major expansion to help meet growing demand — which will allow it to serve up to three times more people in need.
Local police probe into Silverio Villegas Gonzalez's death | The Chicago Report
We're bringing in Axios reporter Monica Eng to tell us what she's working on. Let's start with a story that broke today, Franklin Park Police is launching an investigation into the death of Silverio Villegas Gonzalez, eight months after ICE agents shot him.
We're bringing in Axios reporter Monica Eng to tell us what she's working on. Let's start with a story that broke today, Franklin Park Police is launching an investigation into the death of Silverio Villegas Gonzalez, eight months after ICE agents shot him.
Mayor Johnson lobbies for more LGDF revenue | The Chicago Report
Even though the dollar amount is technically staying the same, Mayor Johnson and the Illinois Municipal League, say local governments need at least another billion dollars, to pay for critical programs. We're bringing in Brad Cole with the LMC to give us some background on this state program.
Even though the dollar amount is technically staying the same, Mayor Johnson and the Illinois Municipal League, say local governments need at least another billion dollars, to pay for critical programs. We're bringing in Brad Cole with the LMC to give us some background on this state program.
Chicago weather: Frost possible tonight before gradual warmup into weekend
Chicago will see another chilly night with possible frost, followed by spotty showers Thursday and Friday before a warmer, drier weekend with highs nearing the mid-70s.
Chicago will see another chilly night with possible frost, followed by spotty showers Thursday and Friday before a warmer, drier weekend with highs nearing the mid-70s.
Remembering fallen Chicago police officer Areanah Preston
Three years after Chicago Police Officer Areanah Preston was shot and killed outside her South Side home, her family, fellow officers, and department leadership gathered Tuesday in the Fifth District for a memorial roll call to honor her life and service.
Three years after Chicago Police Officer Areanah Preston was shot and killed outside her South Side home, her family, fellow officers, and department leadership gathered Tuesday in the Fifth District for a memorial roll call to honor her life and service.
Loaves & Fishes breaks ground on new hub expansion in Aurora
In Aurora, the state's largest food pantry is celebrating a major expansion. Loaves and Fishes just broke ground on a huge addition. Kasey Chronis is live with what this means for community members.
In Aurora, the state's largest food pantry is celebrating a major expansion. Loaves and Fishes just broke ground on a huge addition. Kasey Chronis is live with what this means for community members.