Illinois State Museum seeks Route 66 memories to honor iconic roadway
The Illinois State Museum is looking for people to share their personal experiences about the original Route 66 highway in Illinois.
The Illinois State Museum is looking for people to share their personal experiences about the original Route 66 highway in Illinois.
South Shore Line train collides with dump truck in Gary
A South Shore Line train was traveling westbound to Chicago around 7:45 a.m. when it hit a dump truck that was on the tracks near the Gary Metro Center Station.
A South Shore Line train was traveling westbound to Chicago around 7:45 a.m. when it hit a dump truck that was on the tracks near the Gary Metro Center Station.
South Shore Line train collides with dump truck in Gary
A commuter train on the South Shore Line collided with a dump truck in Gary, Indiana Monday morning.
A commuter train on the South Shore Line collided with a dump truck in Gary, Indiana Monday morning.
Driver killed in crash on Tri-State Tollway near O'Hare airport identified
Illinois State Police and first responders have swarmed the scene of a fatal crash on the Tri-State Tollway near O'Hare International Airport.
Illinois State Police and first responders have swarmed the scene of a fatal crash on the Tri-State Tollway near O'Hare International Airport.
Here are the US airports that are the worst to fly out of — see the list
A new report reveals airports nationwide that aren't ideal for travelers to depart from. See if an airport in your area made this year's list.
A new report reveals airports nationwide that aren't ideal for travelers to depart from. See if an airport in your area made this year's list.
Chicago alderman proposes legislation to ban certain lithium-ion batteries in e-bikes, mobility devices
Some new proposed legislation is looking to cut down on the fire risk by prohibiting certain batteries in electric bikes and powered mobility devices.
Some new proposed legislation is looking to cut down on the fire risk by prohibiting certain batteries in electric bikes and powered mobility devices.
How to choose the safest vehicle
Whether shopping for a new family car or your teen's first vehicle, safety is always a priority. Brian Moody, executive editor of Kelley Blue Book, shares his tips when looking for the safest option.
Whether shopping for a new family car or your teen's first vehicle, safety is always a priority. Brian Moody, executive editor of Kelley Blue Book, shares his tips when looking for the safest option.
Bagpipes, flags welcome WWII veterans heading back to France for D-Day anniversary
There were bagpipes, flags, and a grand procession at O'Hare Airport's Terminal 1 as three World War II veterans headed back to France on Monday.
There were bagpipes, flags, and a grand procession at O'Hare Airport's Terminal 1 as three World War II veterans headed back to France on Monday.
The cost of your next flight is likely to go up, industry group warns
As airlines recover from worldwide groundings during the pandemic, industry leaders said there are several factors likely to push ticket prices higher.
As airlines recover from worldwide groundings during the pandemic, industry leaders said there are several factors likely to push ticket prices higher.
Soccer match at Soldier Field leads to massive traffic pileup in downtown Chicago
A traffic mess along Lake Shore Drive and I-55 Friday night as a large crowd piled into Soldier Field for a soccer match.
A traffic mess along Lake Shore Drive and I-55 Friday night as a large crowd piled into Soldier Field for a soccer match.
Customs agents, CDC seize 'prohibited meat' found in traveler's luggage at O'Hare airport
The luggage reportedly came from Africa and contained "raw bushmeat" that was covered in maggots.
The luggage reportedly came from Africa and contained "raw bushmeat" that was covered in maggots.
Chicago teacher's tropical vacation turns 'traumatizing' after flight fiasco leaves her stranded
A Chicago teacher took a vacation to paradise, but couldn’t get home.
A Chicago teacher took a vacation to paradise, but couldn’t get home.
Mayor Johnson unveils next phase of O'Hare Airport expansion project
Mayor Brandon Johnson unveiled the design of Satellite Concourse 1, the first major component of the ongoing expansion and modernization project at O'Hare International Airport.
Mayor Brandon Johnson unveiled the design of Satellite Concourse 1, the first major component of the ongoing expansion and modernization project at O'Hare International Airport.
Chicago's busiest bus route to receive upgrades for faster commutes
Construction is set to begin this week on new dedicated bus-only lanes along one of Chicago's most popular travel routes, transportation officials announced on Tuesday.
Construction is set to begin this week on new dedicated bus-only lanes along one of Chicago's most popular travel routes, transportation officials announced on Tuesday.
Engine fire forces United flight to abort takeoff at O’Hare
A United Airlines jet bound for Seattle aborted takeoff at O’Hare International Airport on Monday after one of its engines caught fire.
A United Airlines jet bound for Seattle aborted takeoff at O’Hare International Airport on Monday after one of its engines caught fire.
Flight delays, cancelations mounting at O'Hare airport amid Memorial Day Weekend travel
A slew of delays and cancellations are being reported at O'Hare International Airport as travelers are working to get to their Memorial Day Weekend destinations.
A slew of delays and cancellations are being reported at O'Hare International Airport as travelers are working to get to their Memorial Day Weekend destinations.
Travelers flock to Chicago for Memorial Day weekend
This year, Chicago is not just a departure city but also a prime destination for holiday revelers.
This year, Chicago is not just a departure city but also a prime destination for holiday revelers.
1 killed after severe turbulence rocks Singapore Airlines flight
Singapore Airlines says one person has died aboard a London-Singapore flight that encountered severe turbulence.
Singapore Airlines says one person has died aboard a London-Singapore flight that encountered severe turbulence.
South Shore line completes double-track project, offers enhanced service for riders
New information for South Shore Line riders before the new schedule starts on Tuesday: The double-track project is finally done after nearly a decade of planning and two years of construction. Now, you get 14 additional weekday trains, faster travel times, and a new, limited stop express service.
New information for South Shore Line riders before the new schedule starts on Tuesday: The double-track project is finally done after nearly a decade of planning and two years of construction. Now, you get 14 additional weekday trains, faster travel times, and a new, limited stop express service.
Ground stop lifted at O'Hare, Midway after storms, heavy winds
O'Hare International Airport reported that it was having minor delays due to weather in the area.
O'Hare International Airport reported that it was having minor delays due to weather in the area.