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.
Meta’s teen mental health battle heads back to court as experts question social media’s impact
A new legal fight over Meta’s responsibility for teen mental health could reshape internet protections as psychologists and lawmakers debate whether social media platforms are tools for connection or dangerous products.
A new legal fight over Meta’s responsibility for teen mental health could reshape internet protections as psychologists and lawmakers debate whether social media platforms are tools for connection or dangerous products.
Chicago officer’s funeral shines light on first responder mental health struggles
As family and fellow officers prepare to honor fallen Chicago Police Officer John Bartholomew, a former CPD officer turned wellness advocate discusses the lasting mental health toll of repeated trauma on first responders and the resources available to help them and their families.
As family and fellow officers prepare to honor fallen Chicago Police Officer John Bartholomew, a former CPD officer turned wellness advocate discusses the lasting mental health toll of repeated trauma on first responders and the resources available to help them and their families.
Slain Chicago police Ofc. John Bartholomew mourned by loved ones
The funeral services for CPD Ofc. John Bartholomew will be held this week after he was shot and killed late last month.
The funeral services for CPD Ofc. John Bartholomew will be held this week after he was shot and killed late last month.
Local police probe into Silverio Villegas Gonzalez's death | The Chicago Report
We're bringing in Axios reporter Monica Eng to tell us what she's working on. Let's start with a story that broke today, Franklin Park Police is launching an investigation into the death of Silverio Villegas Gonzalez, eight months after ICE agents shot him.
We're bringing in Axios reporter Monica Eng to tell us what she's working on. Let's start with a story that broke today, Franklin Park Police is launching an investigation into the death of Silverio Villegas Gonzalez, eight months after ICE agents shot him.
Mayor Johnson lobbies for more LGDF revenue | The Chicago Report
Even though the dollar amount is technically staying the same, Mayor Johnson and the Illinois Municipal League, say local governments need at least another billion dollars, to pay for critical programs. We're bringing in Brad Cole with the LMC to give us some background on this state program.
Even though the dollar amount is technically staying the same, Mayor Johnson and the Illinois Municipal League, say local governments need at least another billion dollars, to pay for critical programs. We're bringing in Brad Cole with the LMC to give us some background on this state program.
Remembering fallen Chicago police officer Areanah Preston
Three years after Chicago Police Officer Areanah Preston was shot and killed outside her South Side home, her family, fellow officers, and department leadership gathered Tuesday in the Fifth District for a memorial roll call to honor her life and service.
Three years after Chicago Police Officer Areanah Preston was shot and killed outside her South Side home, her family, fellow officers, and department leadership gathered Tuesday in the Fifth District for a memorial roll call to honor her life and service.
Family, Chicago police honor fallen officer Areanah Preston
Three years after Chicago Police Officer Areanah Preston was shot and killed outside her South Side home, her family, fellow officers, and department leadership gathered Tuesday in the Fifth District for a memorial roll call to honor her life and service.
Three years after Chicago Police Officer Areanah Preston was shot and killed outside her South Side home, her family, fellow officers, and department leadership gathered Tuesday in the Fifth District for a memorial roll call to honor her life and service.
Family, Chicago police honor fallen officer Areanah Preston
Three years after Chicago Police Officer Areanah Preston was shot and killed outside her South Side home, her family, fellow officers, and department leadership gathered Tuesday in the Fifth District for a memorial roll call to honor her life and service.
Three years after Chicago Police Officer Areanah Preston was shot and killed outside her South Side home, her family, fellow officers, and department leadership gathered Tuesday in the Fifth District for a memorial roll call to honor her life and service.
Missing Crete man found after smoking on CTA train leads to detention, sheriff says
A man reported missing from Crete was found Monday night after being detained for smoking on a CTA train in Chicago, authorities said.
A man reported missing from Crete was found Monday night after being detained for smoking on a CTA train in Chicago, authorities said.
‘Let’s buy Spirit’ TikTok campaign unexpectedly goes viral
A TikTok campaign to buy Spirit Airlines has gained so much momentum that thousands of people have backed it, more than $130 million has been pledged and scam sites have spawned.
A TikTok campaign to buy Spirit Airlines has gained so much momentum that thousands of people have backed it, more than $130 million has been pledged and scam sites have spawned.
Apple settlement: Owners of some iPhone models could get $95
Apple agreed to a massive multimillion dollar settlement for a class-action lawsuit in a deal that means owners may receive up to $95 for each eligible iPhone device. Here’s what you need to know.
Apple agreed to a massive multimillion dollar settlement for a class-action lawsuit in a deal that means owners may receive up to $95 for each eligible iPhone device. Here’s what you need to know.
Restricting explosives in Illinois, and why is Chicago flooding worse? | The Chicago Report
We hear about why flooding in the Chicago area is getting worse, what Mayor Brandon Johnson said about his lobbying efforts in Springfield this week, and the battle over a substation in Lincoln Park.
We hear about why flooding in the Chicago area is getting worse, what Mayor Brandon Johnson said about his lobbying efforts in Springfield this week, and the battle over a substation in Lincoln Park.
Chicago sees uptick in shootings, homicides in first months of 2026
After violent crime significantly fell to its lowest levels in a decade in Chicago, the first third of 2026 is showing more shootings and homicides.
After violent crime significantly fell to its lowest levels in a decade in Chicago, the first third of 2026 is showing more shootings and homicides.
Why Chicago flooding is getting worse | The Chicago Report
Why is Chicago seeing more frequent and severe flooding? We ask Sun-Times reporter Brett Chase to break down what he's found.
Why is Chicago seeing more frequent and severe flooding? We ask Sun-Times reporter Brett Chase to break down what he's found.
ComEd wants to replace COVID testing site with substation | The Chicago Report
ComEd has its eyes set on a former COVID testing site in Lincoln Park to install a substation, which neighbors are opposed to.
ComEd has its eyes set on a former COVID testing site in Lincoln Park to install a substation, which neighbors are opposed to.
Chicago sees uptick in crime in April | The Chicago Report
The number of shootings and homicides are on the rise in Chicago through the first quarter of 2026, according to new crime data.
The number of shootings and homicides are on the rise in Chicago through the first quarter of 2026, according to new crime data.
Chicago mayor blasts bill tied to new Bears stadium | The Chicago Report
Chicago Mayor Brandon Johnson on Tuesday criticized state lawmakers' efforts to push through a piece of legislation the Chicago Bears say is necessary to build a new domed stadium in Arlington Heights.
Chicago Mayor Brandon Johnson on Tuesday criticized state lawmakers' efforts to push through a piece of legislation the Chicago Bears say is necessary to build a new domed stadium in Arlington Heights.
Chicago police sergeant charged in $41K COVID-19 loan scheme: prosecutors
A Chicago police sergeant was charged in federal court with fraudulently obtaining over $41,000 in COVID-19 relief loans, prosecutors said.
A Chicago police sergeant was charged in federal court with fraudulently obtaining over $41,000 in COVID-19 relief loans, prosecutors said.
DOJ goes after IL schools, Chicago gambling debate | The Chicago Report
Why the Department of Justice is targeting Illinois schools for teaching "gender ideology"; a Chicago alderman wants to limit city officials' ability to bet on prediction markets; and why one South Side community is slamming Walgreens for closing their local store.
Why the Department of Justice is targeting Illinois schools for teaching "gender ideology"; a Chicago alderman wants to limit city officials' ability to bet on prediction markets; and why one South Side community is slamming Walgreens for closing their local store.