Chicago City Council to vote Wednesday on renaming Lake Shore Drive
The City Council is expected to vote on an ordinance Wednesday to rename Lake Shore Drive in honor of Chicago's first non-native resident and founder, Jean Baptiste Point du Sable.
The City Council is expected to vote on an ordinance Wednesday to rename Lake Shore Drive in honor of Chicago's first non-native resident and founder, Jean Baptiste Point du Sable.
Illinois roads and bridge deterioration ranked among worst in US, report says
Illinois Interstate Highway Systems rank among the worst levels of bridge and road pavement deterioration, according to a report released Tuesday.
Illinois Interstate Highway Systems rank among the worst levels of bridge and road pavement deterioration, according to a report released Tuesday.
Illinois residents warned about IDOT text, email scams requesting personal info
The Illinois Department of Transportation is warning the public to be on the lookout for text and email scams asking for personal information.
The Illinois Department of Transportation is warning the public to be on the lookout for text and email scams asking for personal information.
Funeral held for Jamari Dent, who died after allegedly being bullied at CPS school
A funeral was held on Tuesday for Jamari Dent, the 13-year-old who died earlier this month from complications he suffered from a suicide attempt after family says he was bullied.
A funeral was held on Tuesday for Jamari Dent, the 13-year-old who died earlier this month from complications he suffered from a suicide attempt after family says he was bullied.
Funeral held for CPS student Jamari Dent, who died after allegedly being bullied at school
At the funeral, a friend shared a story from happier times: "I met Jamari when I was 7 or 8 years old. I remember his words were 'Dang dude, why you so short.' He said, 'It's okay though, you can still play with me, and my sisters can play with your sisters so they won't get on my nerves.'"
At the funeral, a friend shared a story from happier times: "I met Jamari when I was 7 or 8 years old. I remember his words were 'Dang dude, why you so short.' He said, 'It's okay though, you can still play with me, and my sisters can play with your sisters so they won't get on my nerves.'"
Bears, CPS launch first high school level girl's flag football in Illinois
Gustavo Silva, manager of youth football and community programs, talks about Chicago Bears and Chicago Public School teaming to make football more inclusive by launching the girl's flag football league.
Gustavo Silva, manager of youth football and community programs, talks about Chicago Bears and Chicago Public School teaming to make football more inclusive by launching the girl's flag football league.
Chicago Teachers Union outraged over 440 CPS layoffs
CPS layoffs 440 teachers and support staff, and the Chicago Teachers Union are outrages over it.
CPS layoffs 440 teachers and support staff, and the Chicago Teachers Union are outrages over it.
Chicago Teachers Union outraged over CPS 440 layoffs
The Chicago Teachers Union is outraged about CPS layoffs of 440 teachers and support staff, and its highest number of releases are in the North and South Lawndale neighborhoods.
The Chicago Teachers Union is outraged about CPS layoffs of 440 teachers and support staff, and its highest number of releases are in the North and South Lawndale neighborhoods.
Lightfoot says violence rate is slowing after bloody weekend in Chicago
"We are seeing a downward trajectory, where other cities are continuing to see a climb," Chicago Mayor Lori Lightfoot said.
"We are seeing a downward trajectory, where other cities are continuing to see a climb," Chicago Mayor Lori Lightfoot said.
Chicago Police Superintendent: Murders, shootings down over Father's Day weekend compared to 2020
Police Superintendent David Brown said that 65 people were shot over Father's Day 2021, compared with 89 shot last year. He noted that 17 people were murdered over Father's Day weekend 2020, with 10 murdered over this past weekend.
Police Superintendent David Brown said that 65 people were shot over Father's Day 2021, compared with 89 shot last year. He noted that 17 people were murdered over Father's Day weekend 2020, with 10 murdered over this past weekend.
Amazon Prime Day 2021: How to avoid buying junk and getting ripped off online
Amazon Prime Day is June 21st and 22nd, the Better Business Bureau (BBB) wants buyers to watch out for scammers and provide shopping safety tips.
Amazon Prime Day is June 21st and 22nd, the Better Business Bureau (BBB) wants buyers to watch out for scammers and provide shopping safety tips.
US extends travel restrictions at Canada, Mexico borders through July 21
The U.S. extended restrictions with Canada and Mexico land borders on non-essential travel through July 21 amid the ongoing effort to limit COVID-19.
The U.S. extended restrictions with Canada and Mexico land borders on non-essential travel through July 21 amid the ongoing effort to limit COVID-19.
Chicago Police Department retirements soar amid increasing backlash
Many officers say they are calling it quits due to increased stress in the wake of mass protests and anti-police sentiments, in addition to working 12-hour shifts and having days off canceled.
Many officers say they are calling it quits due to increased stress in the wake of mass protests and anti-police sentiments, in addition to working 12-hour shifts and having days off canceled.
Thousands sign petition for Jeff Bezos not to return to Earth after Blue Origin flight
A satirical petition to not allow Jeff Bezos to return to Earth has nearly reached its goal of 25,000 signatures.
A satirical petition to not allow Jeff Bezos to return to Earth has nearly reached its goal of 25,000 signatures.
Tips for making the most out of Amazon Prime Day
Dan Ackerman, senior managing editor at CNET, talks about how Prime Day works and how you can capitalize on its best deals.
Dan Ackerman, senior managing editor at CNET, talks about how Prime Day works and how you can capitalize on its best deals.
Chicago Police Department introduces new liaisons to build trust with LGBTQ community
A group of new liaisons was introduced Thursday as part of the Chicago Police Department's community policing plan.
A group of new liaisons was introduced Thursday as part of the Chicago Police Department's community policing plan.
CPD introduces new LGBTQ+ liaisons
A group of new liaisons was introduced Thursday as part of the Chicago Police Department's community policing plan.
A group of new liaisons was introduced Thursday as part of the Chicago Police Department's community policing plan.
Metra ridership reaches post-pandemic high
In the latest sign of a return to normalcy, more people are returning to public transportation.
In the latest sign of a return to normalcy, more people are returning to public transportation.
Metra ridership reaches post-pandemic high
On Tuesday, Metra had more than 56,0000 passenger trips.
On Tuesday, Metra had more than 56,0000 passenger trips.
Man on electronic monitoring charged after guns, ammo recovered from his bedroom
A 21-year-old man on electronic monitoring in a weapons case faces more charges after several guns and hundreds of rounds of ammunition were found in his house, according to the Cook County sheriff's office.
A 21-year-old man on electronic monitoring in a weapons case faces more charges after several guns and hundreds of rounds of ammunition were found in his house, according to the Cook County sheriff's office.