DNA breakthrough leads to arrest in grisly 33-year-old Illinois cold case
For more than three decades, the murder of Randy Gail Sperino haunted investigators in southern Illinois — a cold case centered on a young woman beaten to death and left in a rural field while her killer seemingly vanished without a trace.
For more than three decades, the murder of Randy Gail Sperino haunted investigators in southern Illinois — a cold case centered on a young woman beaten to death and left in a rural field while her killer seemingly vanished without a trace.
Chicago crime: Man, 37, shot during argument in Wentworth Gardens
A man was shot during an argument Tuesday night on Chicago's South Side.
A man was shot during an argument Tuesday night on Chicago's South Side.
Chicago weather: Sunny skies roll along
Chicago will see one more very warm day before cooler, sunny and dry weather arrives for the rest of the week and into early June.
Chicago will see one more very warm day before cooler, sunny and dry weather arrives for the rest of the week and into early June.
Independent candidates file to run for Rep. Chuy Garcia's seat in Congress
Three independent candidates filed to run for U.S. Rep. Jesus "Chuy" Garcia's seat in Congress after he ended his bid for re-election at the last minute, which drew widespread criticism.
Three independent candidates filed to run for U.S. Rep. Jesus "Chuy" Garcia's seat in Congress after he ended his bid for re-election at the last minute, which drew widespread criticism.
Suburban Chicago residents want answers after medical center closes
Pressure is mounting to reopen West Suburban Medical Center, as community leaders and clinicians in Oak Park warn that the closure is creating a major healthcare gap for nearby residents.
Pressure is mounting to reopen West Suburban Medical Center, as community leaders and clinicians in Oak Park warn that the closure is creating a major healthcare gap for nearby residents.
Worries after woman sexually assaulted at Chicago forest preserve: 'That's scary'
Police are looking for a man who sexually assaulted a woman over the weekend in LaBagh Woods on Chicago's Northwest Side.
Police are looking for a man who sexually assaulted a woman over the weekend in LaBagh Woods on Chicago's Northwest Side.
Bears stadium tax analysis, microplastics in our water | The Chicago Report
Fox Chicago's Tia Ewing has the biggest stories of the day in this edition of The Chicago Report.
Fox Chicago's Tia Ewing has the biggest stories of the day in this edition of The Chicago Report.
Trump weighs in on violent Chicago Memorial Day weekend | The Chicago Report
President Trump criticized Chicago leaders after a violent Memorial Day weekend, which featured a mass shooting and multiple teen takeovers.
President Trump criticized Chicago leaders after a violent Memorial Day weekend, which featured a mass shooting and multiple teen takeovers.
New report on microplastics in Illinois waterways | The Chicago Report
Microplastics are showing up in many of Illinois' waterways, according to a new report. We talk to a UIC professor on the topic.
Microplastics are showing up in many of Illinois' waterways, according to a new report. We talk to a UIC professor on the topic.
Impact of megaprojects bill on a new Bears stadium, taxes | The Chicago Report
The Cook County Treasurer's Office released a new analysis of the tax implications of the so-called "megaprojects" bill on a new Bears stadium and local taxpayers.
The Cook County Treasurer's Office released a new analysis of the tax implications of the so-called "megaprojects" bill on a new Bears stadium and local taxpayers.
Packers' Josh Jacobs arrested, domestic disturbance: reports
Packers star Josh Jacobs was arrested in regard to a domestic disturbance that happened over Memorial Day weekend, according to multiple reports.
Packers star Josh Jacobs was arrested in regard to a domestic disturbance that happened over Memorial Day weekend, according to multiple reports.
Mayor Brandon Johnson celebrates son’s graduation at Kenwood Academy
Chicago Mayor Brandon Johnson delivered a commencement message at Kenwood Academy’s graduation ceremony, where his oldest son Owen Johnson was among more than 300 seniors crossing the stage.
Chicago Mayor Brandon Johnson delivered a commencement message at Kenwood Academy’s graduation ceremony, where his oldest son Owen Johnson was among more than 300 seniors crossing the stage.
Rahm Emanuel unveils college affordability plan amid 2028 presidential speculation
Former Chicago Mayor Rahm Emanuel announced a new higher education plan at Dartmouth College that would offer free tuition for many families, cap tuition increases, and create incentives for students to earn four-year degrees in just three years.
Former Chicago Mayor Rahm Emanuel announced a new higher education plan at Dartmouth College that would offer free tuition for many families, cap tuition increases, and create incentives for students to earn four-year degrees in just three years.
Bears stadium project could save team millions while raising questions for homeowners: tax study
A new Cook County Treasurer’s Office study estimates the Chicago Bears could save more than $39 million a year in property taxes under the proposed megaprojects bill, while residents and officials debate what the long-term impact could mean for local taxpayers.
A new Cook County Treasurer’s Office study estimates the Chicago Bears could save more than $39 million a year in property taxes under the proposed megaprojects bill, while residents and officials debate what the long-term impact could mean for local taxpayers.
Oak Park leaders demand answers after West Suburban Medical Center closure
Community members, doctors, and faith leaders are sounding the alarm after West Suburban Medical Center abruptly shut down, warning the loss of the hospital could leave vulnerable families without critical access to healthcare.
Community members, doctors, and faith leaders are sounding the alarm after West Suburban Medical Center abruptly shut down, warning the loss of the hospital could leave vulnerable families without critical access to healthcare.
Northwestern lacrosse coach reflects on national championship win
Northwestern women’s lacrosse head coach Kelly Amonte Hiller talks about the team’s national championship win over North Carolina, the road to another title and her message for young athletes.
Northwestern women’s lacrosse head coach Kelly Amonte Hiller talks about the team’s national championship win over North Carolina, the road to another title and her message for young athletes.
Trial against ICE agent over Chicago-area incident pushed back
The case over an ICE agent who allegedly went after a protester in suburban Brookfield got pushed back in court.
The case over an ICE agent who allegedly went after a protester in suburban Brookfield got pushed back in court.
Chicago Heights man charged after deputies find loaded gun during traffic stop
Cook County sheriff’s police say a Chicago Heights man arrested on a warrant during a traffic stop this month was later found to have a loaded gun in his car.
Cook County sheriff’s police say a Chicago Heights man arrested on a warrant during a traffic stop this month was later found to have a loaded gun in his car.
Woman sexually assaulted in Chicago's LaBagh Woods, police say
Police are looking for a man who sexually assaulted a woman over the weekend in LaBagh Woods.
Police are looking for a man who sexually assaulted a woman over the weekend in LaBagh Woods.
Chicago police seek man accused of punching 2 CTA riders on North Side train
Chicago police are asking for help identifying a man accused of punching two CTA riders aboard a train Monday afternoon.
Chicago police are asking for help identifying a man accused of punching two CTA riders aboard a train Monday afternoon.