Chicago man charged in killing of 88-year-old mother hid body in basement room: prosecutors
A Chicago man charged in the death of an 88-year-old woman on the city’s South Side is her son, and prosecutors say he hid her body inside their home after a fatal attack last month.
A Chicago man charged in the death of an 88-year-old woman on the city’s South Side is her son, and prosecutors say he hid her body inside their home after a fatal attack last month.
Are classes canceled on May 1 for Chicago Public Schools?
A lot of Chicago school parents are confused right now. There's a dispute about whether classes are on this Friday or cancelled so teachers can go to may day protests. Paris Schutz is reporting.
A lot of Chicago school parents are confused right now. There's a dispute about whether classes are on this Friday or cancelled so teachers can go to may day protests. Paris Schutz is reporting.
Countdown to Artemis II splashdown tonight
The Artemis II crew is almost home after ten days out around the moon, farther than anyone's been before.
The Artemis II crew is almost home after ten days out around the moon, farther than anyone's been before.
Indiana woman pleads not guilty in triple murder of ex, his parents
An Indiana woman accused of killing her children's father and his parents pleaded not guilty on Friday, according to court documents.
An Indiana woman accused of killing her children's father and his parents pleaded not guilty on Friday, according to court documents.
Elgin native helps lead Navy recovery for historic Artemis splashdown
Captain Neil Krueger, an Elgin native, is playing a key role in the U.S. Navy’s recovery of NASA’s Artemis mission, as astronauts prepare to splash down off the California coast. He explains the years of training, what happens after splashdown and how a massive joint team is working to safely bring the crew home.
Captain Neil Krueger, an Elgin native, is playing a key role in the U.S. Navy’s recovery of NASA’s Artemis mission, as astronauts prepare to splash down off the California coast. He explains the years of training, what happens after splashdown and how a massive joint team is working to safely bring the crew home.
Chicago man charged in killing of 88-year-old mother hid body in basement room: prosecutors
A Chicago man was charged in the death of his 88-year-old mother on the South Side and hiding her body inside their home, prosecutors said.
A Chicago man was charged in the death of his 88-year-old mother on the South Side and hiding her body inside their home, prosecutors said.
Mail theft operation leads to arrests on Chicago’s North Side | ChicagoLIVE
A joint investigation by the U.S. Postal Inspection Service and the Chicago Police Department led to the arrest of two individuals accused of stealing mail from a North Side apartment complex. On April 6, 2026, authorities took Jasmine Larkin, 38, and Eddie Boykin, 45, into custody near the 1100 block of West Winona Street after a postal customer reported suspicious activity.
A joint investigation by the U.S. Postal Inspection Service and the Chicago Police Department led to the arrest of two individuals accused of stealing mail from a North Side apartment complex. On April 6, 2026, authorities took Jasmine Larkin, 38, and Eddie Boykin, 45, into custody near the 1100 block of West Winona Street after a postal customer reported suspicious activity.
Police searching for suspects who allegedly killed Chicago dad outside bar
A 25-year-old Chicago father was fatally beaten outside an Avondale bar, and police are searching for four persons of interest in the attack.
A 25-year-old Chicago father was fatally beaten outside an Avondale bar, and police are searching for four persons of interest in the attack.
Ax-wielding suspect damages dozens of vehicles at Chicago firehouses: officials
An ax-wielding suspect has damaged vehicles belonging to Chicago firefighters outside South Side stations in a string of attacks, including two reported this week, officials said.
An ax-wielding suspect has damaged vehicles belonging to Chicago firefighters outside South Side stations in a string of attacks, including two reported this week, officials said.
Hunter Biden calls out Trump sons for a cage match
The business of combat sports is about to pick up more in a political sense. The First Sons of the last two presidents could be headed for a face-to-face showdown.
The business of combat sports is about to pick up more in a political sense. The First Sons of the last two presidents could be headed for a face-to-face showdown.
Two separate DUI crashes injure multiple, including Illinois Trooper: police
Two suspects were arrested for separate DUI crashes that injured multiple people, including a trooper, according to the Illinois State Police.
Two suspects were arrested for separate DUI crashes that injured multiple people, including a trooper, according to the Illinois State Police.
New Illinois bill targets rental fees | Chicago LIVE
State Rep. Nabeela Syed (D-Inverness) talks about her bill that is looking to eliminate costly rental fees across Illinois.
State Rep. Nabeela Syed (D-Inverness) talks about her bill that is looking to eliminate costly rental fees across Illinois.
Pastor shares what he saw while delivering hope and aid in war-torn Ukraine
Pastor Eric Mock of Rivers Edge Bible Church in Pecatonica and the Slavic Gospel Association talks about traveling to Ukraine, where he witnessed widespread destruction, deep hardship and local pastors risking their lives to bring food, medicine and hope to people in need. He also shares how the trip changed his perspective and why small acts of kindness can mean everything in the middle of war.
Pastor Eric Mock of Rivers Edge Bible Church in Pecatonica and the Slavic Gospel Association talks about traveling to Ukraine, where he witnessed widespread destruction, deep hardship and local pastors risking their lives to bring food, medicine and hope to people in need. He also shares how the trip changed his perspective and why small acts of kindness can mean everything in the middle of war.
CPS cuts disability services for Catholic students | ChicagoLIVE
Greg Richmond, Superintendent of Schools for the Archdiocese of Chicago, issued a statement condemning Chicago Public Schools’ abrupt decision to end federally funded IDEA services for more than 800 Catholic school students with disabilities two months before the school year ends.
Greg Richmond, Superintendent of Schools for the Archdiocese of Chicago, issued a statement condemning Chicago Public Schools’ abrupt decision to end federally funded IDEA services for more than 800 Catholic school students with disabilities two months before the school year ends.
Diddy challenges 50-month sentence as appeal moves forward
The judges said the case was "exceptionally difficult" and noted it had been well briefed. It’s unclear when a decision will be issued.
The judges said the case was "exceptionally difficult" and noted it had been well briefed. It’s unclear when a decision will be issued.
Chicago wildlife activity picks up: What to watch for | ChicagoLIVE
Shedd research biologist Dr. Melissa Youngquist joins ChicagoLIVE to talk about spring wildlife activity across the Chicago area, from frogs and turtles to birds and snakes. She explains why this is such a critical time for animals on the move and how people can help protect them as they cross roads and return to their habitats.
Shedd research biologist Dr. Melissa Youngquist joins ChicagoLIVE to talk about spring wildlife activity across the Chicago area, from frogs and turtles to birds and snakes. She explains why this is such a critical time for animals on the move and how people can help protect them as they cross roads and return to their habitats.
Slowing job growth weighs on housing market, but Chicago remains resilient | Chicago LIVE
Orphe Divounguy from Zillow explains how weaker hiring, rising inflation and low inventory are shaping a sluggish but steady housing market.
Orphe Divounguy from Zillow explains how weaker hiring, rising inflation and low inventory are shaping a sluggish but steady housing market.
Two suspected gang members arrested after FBI gun seizure in Chicago | ChicagoLIVE
Supervisory Special Agent Michael Zoufal of the FBI detailed a federal operation in Chicago Lawn that led to the arrest of two alleged gang members and the seizure of eleven firearms, ammunition, and twenty machine gun conversion devices.
Supervisory Special Agent Michael Zoufal of the FBI detailed a federal operation in Chicago Lawn that led to the arrest of two alleged gang members and the seizure of eleven firearms, ammunition, and twenty machine gun conversion devices.
Skokie woman’s ICE detention claims challenged by Wisconsin law enforcement | ChicagoLIVE
ChicagoLIVE carried a Wisconsin press conference laying out new evidence that challenges a Skokie woman’s claim that she was detained for nearly two days by ICE and immigration officials.
ChicagoLIVE carried a Wisconsin press conference laying out new evidence that challenges a Skokie woman’s claim that she was detained for nearly two days by ICE and immigration officials.
When 'tough it out' fails cops | Wearing the Badge
How crisis-intervention training and real officer wellness can change outcomes for families, communities, and the cops who answer the call.
How crisis-intervention training and real officer wellness can change outcomes for families, communities, and the cops who answer the call.