Man, 23, killed in Near South Side shooting: police

A 23-year-old man is dead after a shooting in the Near South Side, according to Chicago police.

Chicago weather: Spotty showers possible to start June before midweek warmup

Chicago ends one of its driest Mays on record with only a slight chance of light showers Monday before sunshine, warmer temperatures in the 80s, and increasing chances for rain and thunderstorms by next weekend.

Spencer Leak Jr., longtime leader of Leak & Sons Funeral Homes, dies at 56

Spencer Leak Jr., who helped lead one of Chicago's most well-known family businesses and spent nearly his entire life serving families through Leak & Sons Funeral Homes, has died. He was 56.

Ebola outbreak latest: Risk to Americans remains 'low' | ChicagoLIVE
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Dr. Michael Lin, an infectious disease expert at Rush University Medical Center, discusses what you should know about the Ebola outbreak in Africa and the threat to the average American.

Where US-Iran peace talks stand | ChicagoLIVE
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We hear from an expert about the latest developments in the peace talks to end the US war in Iran.

Illinois lawmakers work on new Bears stadium bill as deadline looms
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State lawmakers are up against a midnight deadline on Sunday to pass major pieces of legislation, including a deal aimed at keeping the Bears in Illinois.

Illinois lawmakers reassess megaprojects bill. Might the Bears stay in Chicago?
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Illinois lawmakers overnight said they don't seem to have the votes to pass the megaprojects bill that the Bears want to build a new stadium in Arlington Heights, according to multiple outlets.

Chicago weather: Dry, warm conditions continue into midweek

Chicago-area residents can expect mostly dry and seasonable weather through the middle of the week, with only a slight chance of a few light sprinkles Sunday and early Monday.

Chicago raises final toast to Schlitz as the iconic beer is discontinued

Chicago beer fans gathered in Bridgeport to bid farewell to Schlitz after Pabst Brewing Company announced it is discontinuing the iconic beer brand following a 177-year run.

Chicagoans say goodbye to Schlitz beer
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After 177 years, Schlitz -the beer that made Milwaukee famous - is being discontinued by the Pabst Brewing Company.        And the suds sads are being felt here in Chicago where mourners gathered in Bridgeport today for a farewell and beer funeral.

Time is running out for megaprojects bill that includes Bears stadium
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 Lawmakers in Springfield are working down to the wire on a number of critical issues that have to be resolved before the end of session at midnight tomorrow night. They've been there for most of the day. One of the biggest headlines of course is the Bear's stadium proposal for Arlington Heights and the megaprojects bill to make that happen.         A short time ago I spoke with Marc Ganis, the president of Sports Corps. and an expert on stadium financing issues.

Man found dead inside garbage container in Austin: police

A man was found dead inside a garbage container in the Austin neighborhood on Sunday, according to police.

Suspect charged in LaBough Woods sexual assault case: officials

A man has been charged with sexual assault of a woman at LaBough Woods last week, according to the Forest Preserves of Cook County.