Inspector general’s office passes consent decree test as CPD struggles to comply

As the Chicago Police Department inches its way toward complying with landmark reforms ordered by the federal government, City Hall’s watchdog office has passed muster with the consent decree that took effect in 2019.

Driver strikes pedestrian near CTA Irving Park Blue Line

Chicago police are searching for the driver responsible for striking a pedestrian near the CTA Irving Park Blue Line train last week.

Ride for free on the CTA on New Year's Eve
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To make sure Chicagoans get home safely, Molson Coors is bringing back its Miller Lite Free Rides Program.

How Chicago residents can recycle their Christmas trees

If you decorated your home with a real tree this Christmas, it's time to think about recycling instead of sending it to a landfill.

Chicago police officer injured after being struck by vehicle
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A Chicago police officer was injured after being struck by a vehicle while responding to a call in West Elsdon on the Southwest Side on Christmas Eve.

Chicago officer struck by car near Midway Airport

A Chicago police officer was injured after being struck by a car while responding to a domestic disturbance call in West Elsdon on the Southwest Side on Christmas Eve.

Sen. Tim Scott blasts Chicago mayor for 'devastating' students with broken campaign pledge

South Carolina Republican Sen. Tim Scott sent a letter Friday to the Chicago Mayor Brandon Johnson criticizing the Democrat over the city’s plan to shutter selective-enrollment schools. 

Chicago police officer helps deliver baby
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A Chicago police officer stepped in to help a worried mother deliver her baby!

Video shows car drive over decorations in Elk Grove Village
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An Elk Grove Village family woke up to find a lot of their Christmas decorations destroyed just ahead of Christmas.

Bears name 2023 Inspire Change Changemaker Award
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The Chicago Public Schools manager of elementary sports Juliana Zavala was recognized by the Bears as their 2023 Inspire Change Changemaker. Zavala helped launch the first girls flag football league in 2021 and helps thousand of children get involved in sports.

What's next for Ed Burke?
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Former Alderman Ed Burke ? the longest serving City Council member in Chicago?s history ? was found guilty of several felonies on Thursday in his historic corruption trial.