Metra overhauling fares, eliminating ticket windows
Big changes are coming to Metra over the coming weeks as the commuter rail agency introduces a new fare structure Feb. 1.
Big changes are coming to Metra over the coming weeks as the commuter rail agency introduces a new fare structure Feb. 1.
Wilmette residents react to McDonald's proposal
Some Wilmette residents are trying to prevent the golden arches from coming to their village.
Some Wilmette residents are trying to prevent the golden arches from coming to their village.
Wilmette residents rally against proposed McDonald's
Some Wilmette residents are trying to prevent the golden arches from coming to their village.
Some Wilmette residents are trying to prevent the golden arches from coming to their village.
Starbucks will now allow customers to use their personal cups when ordering
Good news for Starbucks coffee connoisseurs – you're now allowed to bring your personal cup when ordering. And, you'll get a discount.
Good news for Starbucks coffee connoisseurs – you're now allowed to bring your personal cup when ordering. And, you'll get a discount.
Virginia officials inspect TikTok tunnel girl's viral project
A Virginia woman is gaining notoriety online after documenting a home project of digging a tunnel underneath her suburban home.
A Virginia woman is gaining notoriety online after documenting a home project of digging a tunnel underneath her suburban home.
Chicago police release 2023 citywide crime statistics
The Chicago Police Department finished off 2023 with a reduction in homicides, gun violence victims, and a new superintendent.
The Chicago Police Department finished off 2023 with a reduction in homicides, gun violence victims, and a new superintendent.
Chicago 2023 crime statistics released
The Chicago Police Department released its "year in review," with statistics on homicide, gun violence and the case clearance rate.
The Chicago Police Department released its "year in review," with statistics on homicide, gun violence and the case clearance rate.
Chicago police release 2023 citywide crime statistics
The Chicago Police Department finished off 2023 with a reduction in homicides, gun violence victims, and a new superintendent.
The Chicago Police Department finished off 2023 with a reduction in homicides, gun violence victims, and a new superintendent.
Chicago shootings, murders decreased in 2023, police say
Chicago police released statistics recapping crime in the city last year, revealing there was a drop in both shootings and murders in 2023.
Chicago police released statistics recapping crime in the city last year, revealing there was a drop in both shootings and murders in 2023.
Disney’s earliest Mickey Mouse from ‘Steamboat Willie’ enters public domain
A Walt Disney movie featuring the first appearance of Mickey Mouse moved into the public domain on New Year’s Day.
A Walt Disney movie featuring the first appearance of Mickey Mouse moved into the public domain on New Year’s Day.
Chicago police ramp up patrols ahead of New Year's festivities
As Chicago gears up to celebrate the New Year, preparations were in full swing Friday – with city officials prioritizing safety during the festivities.
As Chicago gears up to celebrate the New Year, preparations were in full swing Friday – with city officials prioritizing safety during the festivities.
Chicago Park District hosts 'Free Fitness Centers Week'
If your New Year's resolution involves getting more active, the Chicago Park District is offering a helping hand.
If your New Year's resolution involves getting more active, the Chicago Park District is offering a helping hand.
Chicago Park District offers free Fitness Week to jumpstart resolutions
The Chicago Park District has opened up access to 71 fitness centers across the city at no cost until Jan. 7.
The Chicago Park District has opened up access to 71 fitness centers across the city at no cost until Jan. 7.
Chicago's Division Street Bridge set for repairs, prompting lane closures
Chicago's Department of Transportation (CDOT) has outlined plans for upcoming lane closures on the Division Street Bridge spanning over the Chicago River.
Chicago's Department of Transportation (CDOT) has outlined plans for upcoming lane closures on the Division Street Bridge spanning over the Chicago River.
Chicago police discuss New Year's Eve safety preps
The Chicago Police Department is encouraging everyone to stay alert while they are out this weekend for New Year's Eve.
The Chicago Police Department is encouraging everyone to stay alert while they are out this weekend for New Year's Eve.
CPD and ISP squad cars damaged in crash on I-94
An Illinois State Police trooper and another driver were hurt after the squad car rear-ended another vehicle on I-94 Friday morning on Chicago's South Side.
An Illinois State Police trooper and another driver were hurt after the squad car rear-ended another vehicle on I-94 Friday morning on Chicago's South Side.
State trooper, Chicago police officers injured in 5-car wreck on Dan Ryan
Two Chicago police officers and an Illinois State Police trooper were hurt after back-to-back collisions involving police cars on I-94 Friday morning on the South Side.
Two Chicago police officers and an Illinois State Police trooper were hurt after back-to-back collisions involving police cars on I-94 Friday morning on the South Side.
PACE offering free rides for safe New Year's Eve celebrations
PACE is ensuring safe travel for New Year's Eve revelers by offering complimentary rides on PACE buses, PACE Connect, and Paratransit services.
PACE is ensuring safe travel for New Year's Eve revelers by offering complimentary rides on PACE buses, PACE Connect, and Paratransit services.
PACE offering free rides for safe New Year's Eve celebrations
PACE is ensuring safe travel for New Year's Eve revelers by offering complimentary rides on PACE buses, PACE Connect, and Paratransit services.
PACE is ensuring safe travel for New Year's Eve revelers by offering complimentary rides on PACE buses, PACE Connect, and Paratransit services.
Social media companies earned $11 billion in ad revenue from minors, Harvard study shows
Researchers say the findings show a need for government regulation of social media since the companies that stand to make money from children who use their platforms have failed to meaningfully self-regulate.
Researchers say the findings show a need for government regulation of social media since the companies that stand to make money from children who use their platforms have failed to meaningfully self-regulate.