Metra UP-North train collides with semi in Wilmette, service suspended
A Metra UP-North train and a semi-truck reportedly crashed at Green Bay Road and Linden on Thursday afternoon in Wilmette.
A Metra UP-North train and a semi-truck reportedly crashed at Green Bay Road and Linden on Thursday afternoon in Wilmette.
Historian breaks down Declaration of Independence and its modern-day meaning | ChicagoLIVE
A historian explains how the Declaration of Independence continues to shape modern government and political thought.
A historian explains how the Declaration of Independence continues to shape modern government and political thought.
Is the hantavirus contagious? Expert explains cruise ship outbreak | | ChicagoLIVE
Global authorities are monitoring contacts after a hantavirus outbreak on a cruise ship left several people dead.
Global authorities are monitoring contacts after a hantavirus outbreak on a cruise ship left several people dead.
First-ever wearable lactose intolerance patch launches nationwide | ChicagoLIVE
Barriere’s latest product launch includes what it calls the first-ever lactose intolerance patch on the market.
Barriere’s latest product launch includes what it calls the first-ever lactose intolerance patch on the market.
Two eaglets born in Chicago for the first time in over 100 years
For the first time in over 100 years, two eagles have been born in Chicago.
For the first time in over 100 years, two eagles have been born in Chicago.
Indiana primary results show Trump’s continued grip on GOP | ChicagoLIVE
Indiana voters sided with Trump-endorsed candidates, unseating most Republican lawmakers he targeted after a redistricting dispute.
Indiana voters sided with Trump-endorsed candidates, unseating most Republican lawmakers he targeted after a redistricting dispute.
Chicago sees first eaglet born in city in over 100 years | ChicagoLIVE
An eaglet hatched on Chicago’s Southeast Side marks the first successful eagle birth within city limits in more than a century, officials say.
An eaglet hatched on Chicago’s Southeast Side marks the first successful eagle birth within city limits in more than a century, officials say.
Dorian Smith Jr.: Teen missing for more than a week on Chicago's South Side
The search for a missing 16-year-old boy on Chicago's South Side has surpassed a week and authorities are asking for the public’s help to find him.
The search for a missing 16-year-old boy on Chicago's South Side has surpassed a week and authorities are asking for the public’s help to find him.
Shell reports nearly $7 billion profits amid war with Iran
Shell posted stronger-than-expected quarterly profits as the surge in earnings was fueled by rising global fuel prices stemming from the ongoing conflict between the U.S. and Iran.
Shell posted stronger-than-expected quarterly profits as the surge in earnings was fueled by rising global fuel prices stemming from the ongoing conflict between the U.S. and Iran.
Walter Payton memorabilia theft: Indiana man who managed storage facility sentenced
Prosecutors say a former suburban Chicago storage manager was sentenced Wednesday for stealing Walter Payton memorabilia worth over $1M and selling it for less than $100K. Here's what we know.
Prosecutors say a former suburban Chicago storage manager was sentenced Wednesday for stealing Walter Payton memorabilia worth over $1M and selling it for less than $100K. Here's what we know.
These airlines rank the best (and worst) for customer satisfaction in 2026
Major U.S. airlines have defied the odds and seen notable customer satisfaction gains over the past year, despite heavy cancellations, delays and increased fees.
Major U.S. airlines have defied the odds and seen notable customer satisfaction gains over the past year, despite heavy cancellations, delays and increased fees.
Registered sex offender charged with having child sexual abuse material in Chicago suburb
An Aurora man and registered sex offender has been charged after a lengthy investigation into possession of child sexual abuse material.
An Aurora man and registered sex offender has been charged after a lengthy investigation into possession of child sexual abuse material.
33 things to do in Chicago May 8 – 10
Explore Chicago this weekend with Disclosure at The Salt Shed, Chicago River Day, Sauced Night Market, Chicago Pickle Fest and more.
Explore Chicago this weekend with Disclosure at The Salt Shed, Chicago River Day, Sauced Night Market, Chicago Pickle Fest and more.
Freddy Jones Band reflects on NASA selection of ‘In a Daydream’ for Artemis II | ChicagoNOW
The Freddy Jones Band talks about their song “In a Daydream” being selected as part of NASA’s Artemis II spaceflight mission.
The Freddy Jones Band talks about their song “In a Daydream” being selected as part of NASA’s Artemis II spaceflight mission.
Cubs fan saved by White Sox fan’s kidney throws first pitch at Wrigley Field
A Cubs fan who went viral seeking a kidney was saved by a White Sox fan who donated one, and the pair will now throw out ceremonial first pitches at Wrigley Field to celebrate her recovery.
A Cubs fan who went viral seeking a kidney was saved by a White Sox fan who donated one, and the pair will now throw out ceremonial first pitches at Wrigley Field to celebrate her recovery.
‘Wild West’: Goose Island drivers face worsening congestion | ChicagoNOW x Block Club Chicago
Residents say Goose Island traffic has become chaotic as construction impacts key routes like Elston Avenue and Division Street.
Residents say Goose Island traffic has become chaotic as construction impacts key routes like Elston Avenue and Division Street.
New GLP-1 drugs could suppress desire for more than just food, study suggests
A new study suggests GLP-1 weight-loss drugs may be able to do more than curb appetite. Here's what researchers found.
A new study suggests GLP-1 weight-loss drugs may be able to do more than curb appetite. Here's what researchers found.
Chicago beach parking lots to install license-plate tracking gates | ChicagoNOW x Block Club Chicago
The Chicago Park District is rolling out license-plate tracking and 15-minute grace periods at select beach parking lots.
The Chicago Park District is rolling out license-plate tracking and 15-minute grace periods at select beach parking lots.
Police excavate suburban Chicago 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.
New Hampshire cold case solved nearly 20 years after woman’s murder
New Hampshire authorities say they have solved the 2007 killing of 25-year-old Carrie Hicks.
New Hampshire authorities say they have solved the 2007 killing of 25-year-old Carrie Hicks.