Joliet schools on lockdown after person barricades themself
Three schools in southwest suburban Joliet are under lockdown Monday due to a nearby barricaded suspect, authorities said.
Three schools in southwest suburban Joliet are under lockdown Monday due to a nearby barricaded suspect, authorities said.
Lilly Bova: 16-year-old Glenbrook South student fatally shot; person of interest sought
A 16-year-old Glenbrook South High School student was fatally shot Saturday at her home near Glenview. Police are searching for a person of interest.
A 16-year-old Glenbrook South High School student was fatally shot Saturday at her home near Glenview. Police are searching for a person of interest.
Chicago Board of Education OKs Macquline King as next CPS CEO
The year-long, nationwide search for a new Chicago Public Schools Superintendent has come to an end. The Chicago Board of Education on Monday voted to name Chicago native Dr. Macquline King as its next leader. The measure passed 18-1.
The year-long, nationwide search for a new Chicago Public Schools Superintendent has come to an end. The Chicago Board of Education on Monday voted to name Chicago native Dr. Macquline King as its next leader. The measure passed 18-1.
Viral video of CTA Red Line dancer sparks fears of dangers on Chicago trains
A viral video showing a man dancing on the exterior of a moving CTA Red Line train has sparked alarm across Chicago. The clip, posted on Instagram, has been viewed more than 500,000 times as of Monday.
A viral video showing a man dancing on the exterior of a moving CTA Red Line train has sparked alarm across Chicago. The clip, posted on Instagram, has been viewed more than 500,000 times as of Monday.
Michigan synagogue attacker inspired by Hezbollah, FBI says
The FBI says it now has a motive behind the Michigan synagogue attack in the Detroit area last month.
The FBI says it now has a motive behind the Michigan synagogue attack in the Detroit area last month.
A vote from behind bars? Illinois bill sparks debate
Advocates and lawmakers in Chicago on Monday pushed the RACE Act, a bill that would restore voting rights to people serving felony sentences in Illinois prisons.
Advocates and lawmakers in Chicago on Monday pushed the RACE Act, a bill that would restore voting rights to people serving felony sentences in Illinois prisons.
A vote from behind bars? Illinois bill sparks debate
Advocates and lawmakers in Chicago on Monday pushed the RACE Act, a bill that would restore voting rights to people serving felony sentences in Illinois prisons.
Advocates and lawmakers in Chicago on Monday pushed the RACE Act, a bill that would restore voting rights to people serving felony sentences in Illinois prisons.
Cook County property taxes increased by twice the rate of inflation, study finds
Property taxes in Cook County have risen at nearly twice the rate of inflation, according to a new study from Cook County Treasurer Maria Pappas’ office.
Property taxes in Cook County have risen at nearly twice the rate of inflation, according to a new study from Cook County Treasurer Maria Pappas’ office.
TSA workers receive first paycheck since January amid shutdown
Most TSA workers just got paid amid the ongoing DHS shutdown, but it might still be a while before air travel gets back to normal.
Most TSA workers just got paid amid the ongoing DHS shutdown, but it might still be a while before air travel gets back to normal.
Illinois bill would require speed limiters for reckless drivers | ChicagoLIVE
A proposed law would mandate speed-limiting devices for drivers convicted of reckless driving.
A proposed law would mandate speed-limiting devices for drivers convicted of reckless driving.
Michael Jordan’s old house could soon host youth programs in Highland Park | ChicagoLIVE
A proposed development would combine luxury amenities with youth programming and community access.
A proposed development would combine luxury amenities with youth programming and community access.
Gary/Chicago airport expands cargo capacity, eyes long-term growth | ChicagoLIVE
Airport leaders say new investments and expansions are transforming GCIA into a key hub for cargo and corporate aviation.
Airport leaders say new investments and expansions are transforming GCIA into a key hub for cargo and corporate aviation.
Cook County property taxes outpace inflation, report finds | ChicagoLIVE
A new report says tax increases have outpaced both wages and inflation for decades. Treasurer Maria Pappas calls for reforms as costs continue to climb.
A new report says tax increases have outpaced both wages and inflation for decades. Treasurer Maria Pappas calls for reforms as costs continue to climb.
Suspect dies after hourslong barricade in suburban Joliet, sheriff says
The man who barricaded himself inside a home near Joliet on Monday was found with a self-inflicted gunshot wound.
The man who barricaded himself inside a home near Joliet on Monday was found with a self-inflicted gunshot wound.
Indiana woman accused of killing children's father, his parents in Chicago suburb; new info revealed
New information was revealed in court about an Indiana woman accused of killing her children’s father and his parents last week in suburban Chicago.
New information was revealed in court about an Indiana woman accused of killing her children’s father and his parents last week in suburban Chicago.
Suburban Chicago man accused of driving drunk with toddler in car: prosecutors
A suburban Chicago man faces felony DUI charges after prosecutors say he drove with a blood alcohol concentration of 0.208 — more than 2½ times the legal limit — with his young child in the car.
A suburban Chicago man faces felony DUI charges after prosecutors say he drove with a blood alcohol concentration of 0.208 — more than 2½ times the legal limit — with his young child in the car.
Research shows Chicagoans' attitudes toward ICE and
The "Hands Off Chicago" initiative is sharing its research results on how local residents feel about Operation Midway Blitz.
The "Hands Off Chicago" initiative is sharing its research results on how local residents feel about Operation Midway Blitz.
Crete murder suspect appears in court
A woman charged with murder in Crete Township appeared in court Monday morning.
A woman charged with murder in Crete Township appeared in court Monday morning.
Chicago’s funniest teachers bring classroom comedy to the stage | ChicagoNOW
Three local educators are performing stand-up at Zanies, sharing stories from their teaching careers.
Three local educators are performing stand-up at Zanies, sharing stories from their teaching careers.
CPS School Board to approve CEO contract of Macquline King
The CPS school board is expected to approve the contract of Macquline King as the new CEO after coming back from a short recess.
The CPS school board is expected to approve the contract of Macquline King as the new CEO after coming back from a short recess.