Vernon Hills firefighters rescue ducklings from sewer drain

The Vernon Hills Fire Department was called to a local high school after more than a dozen ducklings fell into a sewer drain.

Indiana deputy killed in dog attack that injured 8-year-old son

Tamieka White, 46, was pronounced dead at the scene Tuesday night shortly after Indianapolis police officers responded to her home on the city’s east side, officials said.

Cow that ran wild in Niles 'senior prank' receives name

A cow that got loose and ran wild in a Chicago suburb during a senior prank gone wrong last month has finally been given a name.

Kentucky Derby: Mage crosses finish 1st amid drama, deaths

It was the fifth scratch from the Derby in the days leading up to the $3 million race for 3-year-olds. Six horses have died at Churchill Downs in recent days.

Bodycam video shows cow get corralled after escaping Niles senior prank

New video shows police and a farm worker corralling a cow that got loose during a senior prank gone wrong in northwest suburban Niles.

Niles cow blossoming after being captured by police
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A cow that ran wild through a suburban Niles neighborhood this week following a high school senior prank is doing well and is now up for adoption in McHenry County.

With canine influenza on the rise, pet owners asked to avoid dog parks
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Health officials are telling dog owners to be careful and be aware of the canine flu. Mary McGuire shares details on what officials are recommending to keep your pet safe.

Cow-tastrophe: Niles students set cow loose during 'senior prank'

A cow was seen running down a residential sidewalk in Niles on Thursday after what has been described as a high school "senior prank" gone wrong.

Sheep, 15 dogs voluntarily surrendered in DuPage County

The DuPage County Animal Services team responded to an emergency humane situation late Tuesday night and took the animals in.

Piping plovers return to Chicago beaches

Bird watchers are flocking to Montrose Beach to welcome Imani, a rare piping plover, back to Chicago.