Alderman pushing to penalize parents in teen takeovers | The Chicago Report
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We're bringing in local activist Ja'Mal Green, to react to the Brandon Johnson's narrative about Memorial Day weekend. Mainstream news outlets reported zero homicides by gunfire over the holiday, but you publicly claim there were actually two.

Chicago weather: Sunshine, dry streak and 80s continue into next week

Chicago will see a long stretch of sunny, dry, summer-like weather with highs mostly in the 80s and cooler temperatures near the lake.

Chicago centenarians get early tour of Obama Presidential Center

Three Chicago women over 100 years old were treated to a limousine ride and private tour of the Obama Presidential Center ahead of its public opening.

Indiana girl barred from graduation after taking edible she thought was candy
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An Indiana mother said she is heartbroken after her daughter was not allowed to walk the stage for graduation after consuming an edible, which she believed was candy, from another student.

Elk Grove Village homeowner scares off carjackers
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One Elk Grove Village homeowner even caught thieves trying to break into his car right in his own driveway while his family was asleep. Leslie Moreno is out there, talking to people about what’s been happening.

Toyota recalls 43,500 trucks over engine defect that could cause sudden stall

Toyota is recalling more than 43,000 of its 2024 Tundra pickup trucks because debris left behind during the manufacturing process could contaminate the engine and increase the risk of a crash, according to the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA).

Three women found dead in popular tourist hot spot

Several women found dead in a popular American tourist destination have local authorities probing whether there is a larger trend at play.

Democrats renew criticism of ICE detention conditions as Trump administration weighs new restrictions
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Democrats are once again speaking out about conditions inside ICE detention facilities as the Trump administration considers new steps aimed at reducing demonstrations outside the centers.

Illinois lawmakers honor longtime Sen. Dick Durbin ahead of retirement
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Longtime U.S. Sen. Dick Durbin (D-Illinois) was honored by state lawmakers as he addressed the General Assembly just months before his retirement from Congress.

Centenarians take special tour of Obama Presidential Center
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Three women over the age of 100 were treated to a special limo ride and private visit to the Obama Presidential Center, where they reflected on history and their longtime support of former President Barack Obama.

Residents urge NEIU to act on vacant properties 10 years later
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It's been 10 years since Northeastern Illinois University used a legal tool to forcibly remove people from their homes and businesses. That legal tool is called eminent domain. Bret Buganski is live in Albany Park.

Chicago Police response times improved after ShotSpotter removal, study finds
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A new study from a University of Chicago sociology professor found police responded faster to shootings in some neighborhoods after Mayor Brandon Johnson ended the city’s ShotSpotter gun detection program.

Man accused of placing skimming device at Joliet supermarket: police

Joliet Police are searching for a man who allegedly attached a skimming device to a credit card machine at a local supermarket.

Chicago Ald. Yancy responds to violent teen takeovers | ChicagoLIVE
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Alderman Desmon Yancy discusses a violent Memorial Day weekend that included a shooting in Hyde Park and two large “teen takeover” gatherings that led to more than 50 arrests.

Suspect uses hammer in West Loop, Near West Side business break-ins: police

Chicago Police are alerting the public to recent commercial burglaries in the West Loop and Near West Side, where one suspect used a hammer to break into businesses.