Man charged in Skokie hit-and-run that killed pedestrian, police say
A man in suburban Chicago was charged after hitting and killing a pedestrian and leaving the scene, authorities said.
A man in suburban Chicago was charged after hitting and killing a pedestrian and leaving the scene, authorities said.
Thousands flock to see world’s largest teddy bear in Waukegan | ChicagoLIVE
Children and parents packed a Waukegan beach to see Xonita, the world’s largest teddy bear, celebrating Mexican week.
Children and parents packed a Waukegan beach to see Xonita, the world’s largest teddy bear, celebrating Mexican week.
Chicago alders seek answers on stalled gunshot detection system | ChicagoLIVE
Brian Hopkins and other Chicago aldermen are demanding answers over delays in replacing the city’s ShotSpotter gunshot detection system.
Brian Hopkins and other Chicago aldermen are demanding answers over delays in replacing the city’s ShotSpotter gunshot detection system.
Suburban Chicago man charged in killing of longtime girlfriend, new details revealed in court
A suburban Chicago man recorded an hourslong assault before killing a woman he had been dating for about a 10 years, prosecutors said.
A suburban Chicago man recorded an hourslong assault before killing a woman he had been dating for about a 10 years, prosecutors said.
Chicago Rescue Authority saves 15 beagles from Wisconsin research facility | ChicagoLIVE
A Chicago-based animal rescue group saved 15 beagles from Ridglan Farms in a recent animal welfare operation.
A Chicago-based animal rescue group saved 15 beagles from Ridglan Farms in a recent animal welfare operation.
Iran latest: Pentagon new estimates put Iran war cost at $29 billion
The ongoing ceasefire between the United States and Iran may have survived through Monday, but President Donald Trump indicated the current break in hostilities is on "life support."
The ongoing ceasefire between the United States and Iran may have survived through Monday, but President Donald Trump indicated the current break in hostilities is on "life support."
‘Dystopian’: Critics respond as hantavirus wagers top $6.5 million on prediction markets| ChicagoNOW
Critics are condemning a surge in betting tied to hantavirus outbreak speculation.
Critics are condemning a surge in betting tied to hantavirus outbreak speculation.
Majority of Chicago artists earn under $40K, report finds | ChicagoNOW
A new Chicago Arts Census shows about 60% of local arts workers earn less than $40,000 a year despite advanced degrees and professional experience.
A new Chicago Arts Census shows about 60% of local arts workers earn less than $40,000 a year despite advanced degrees and professional experience.
Navy Pier unveils free summer events, concerts and new attractions | ChicagoNOW
Navy Pier is gearing up for summer with free concerts, family-friendly events and new attractions, including the debut of the RHYTHM stage and Summer Skate at the Pier.
Navy Pier is gearing up for summer with free concerts, family-friendly events and new attractions, including the debut of the RHYTHM stage and Summer Skate at the Pier.
War Sec. Pete Hegseth answers questions about Iran war spending
Secretary of Defense Pete Hegseth took questions from lawmakers Tuesday about the Iran war budget before the House Appropriations Committee.
Secretary of Defense Pete Hegseth took questions from lawmakers Tuesday about the Iran war budget before the House Appropriations Committee.
Chicago eyes bid to host Democratic National Convention again in 2028
Axios Chicago reporter Justin Kaufmann discusses Chicago’s push to host the Democratic National Convention for a second consecutive cycle, the city’s performance during the 2024 convention and whether a repeat hosting opportunity is realistic.
Axios Chicago reporter Justin Kaufmann discusses Chicago’s push to host the Democratic National Convention for a second consecutive cycle, the city’s performance during the 2024 convention and whether a repeat hosting opportunity is realistic.
GOP divisions grow over ICE funding bill tied to White House ballroom money
Republicans and Democrats on Capitol Hill are clashing over a multibillion-dollar immigration funding package after controversy erupted over money tied to a proposed new White House ballroom.
Republicans and Democrats on Capitol Hill are clashing over a multibillion-dollar immigration funding package after controversy erupted over money tied to a proposed new White House ballroom.
Indiana high-speed police chase ends with 2 arrests
A northwest Indiana police chase topping 140 mph ended with a woman and a man arrested early Tuesday.
A northwest Indiana police chase topping 140 mph ended with a woman and a man arrested early Tuesday.
Hantavirus outbreak concerns grow as Americans remain in quarantine
A Hantavirus outbreak tied to a Dutch-based cruise ship has sickened multiple passengers, including Americans now under quarantine in the U.S., as health officials investigate concerns that a rare strain may have spread person to person onboard.
A Hantavirus outbreak tied to a Dutch-based cruise ship has sickened multiple passengers, including Americans now under quarantine in the U.S., as health officials investigate concerns that a rare strain may have spread person to person onboard.
Lollapalooza 2026 daily schedule released
Lollapalooza has revealed set times for artists appearing at this year's summer festival.
Lollapalooza has revealed set times for artists appearing at this year's summer festival.
Suburban Chicago man arrested months after fatal I-57 crash
A suburban Chicago man is facing felony charges nearly 10 months after a deadly crash on I-57.
A suburban Chicago man is facing felony charges nearly 10 months after a deadly crash on I-57.
Chicago drive-by shooting sends 17-year-old girl to hospital
A 17-year-old girl was wounded in a drive-by shooting early Tuesday in Chicago's Belmont Gardens neighborhood.
A 17-year-old girl was wounded in a drive-by shooting early Tuesday in Chicago's Belmont Gardens neighborhood.
It's an animal lover's paradise at Lincoln Park Zoo
Fox Chicago's Jake Hamilton heads over to Lincoln Park Zoo to check out their fun summer offerings.
Fox Chicago's Jake Hamilton heads over to Lincoln Park Zoo to check out their fun summer offerings.
High-speed chase in NW Indiana ends with car crashing into house
An Indiana man was arrested after a high-speed chase with police ended when his vehicle went airborne over railroad tracks and crashed into a Portage home.
An Indiana man was arrested after a high-speed chase with police ended when his vehicle went airborne over railroad tracks and crashed into a Portage home.
Shootout with Chicago police leaves suspect seriously wounded
A person was seriously wounded in a shootout with Chicago police officers Monday night on the South Side.
A person was seriously wounded in a shootout with Chicago police officers Monday night on the South Side.