The Wieners Circle changes sign to make statement following George Floyd's death
A Chicago landmark is making a poignant statement on current events in America.
Body found near Metra tracks on North Side
Police are investigating after a dead body was found Friday near Metra tracks in Bowmanville on the North Side.
Logan Square man dies of complications of drowning days after falling into Lake Michigan
A 41-year-old man died of complications of drowning days after falling into DuSable Harbor in Lake Michigan.
Lightfoot to Trump following president's Minneapolis tweet: 'F you'
Chicago Mayor Lori Lightfoot reacted angrily Friday to President Donald Trump’s threat to take action against protesters in Minneapolis, accusing him of trying to “inflame racist urges” while encouraging people planning to protest in her city to stick to social distancing guidelines.
All CFD firefighters, paramedics undergo mandatory COVID-19 testing
All active-duty paramedics and firefighters of the Chicago Fire Department are undergoing mandatory COVID-19 testing in an effort to stem the spread of disease in the department.
As Illinois reopens, health officials warn asymptomatic carriers can still spread COVID-19
Dr. Ngozi Ezike warned that with the state reopening, asymptomatic carriers can still unknowingly spread COVID-19.
Bullet enters Hermosa home, strikes 72-year-old man in face
A 72-year-old man was seriously hurt by gunfire Friday morning in Hermosa on the Northwest Side.
Person dies of overdose after going undercover to nab dealer who sold fatal dose of heroin to friend: feds
A person went undercover in April to capture a drug dealer who allegedly sold a fatal dose of fentanyl-laced heroin to their friend — only to die of an overdose themselves a month later.
Fresh summer salads with Wayne's Bites
We've been in lockdown for so long and this weekend is going to be the perfect time to get outdoors and enjoy some sunshine and expand your quarantine bubble with friends who have been social distancing just like you.
Deer in Chicago River rescued by officers on patrol boat
The police Marine Unit was passing the 400 block of South Lower Waker Drive about 8:30 a.m. when they noticed a deer “splashing around” in the river, according to police spokeswoman Karie James.
Chicago restaurants prepare for outdoor dining to begin next week
Chicago restaurants can open their doors to outdoor diners starting June 3. Terrence Lee visits one of the city's best patio's for dining al fresco - Piccolo Sogno - with more about what they are doing to keep diners safe.
Salons and barbershops reopening with a few changes
Salons and barbershops are opening for business in phase three but it definitely won't be like it was the last time you went to your shop. Ross Bartolomei and his wife and partner Carissa, owners of Salon Hype in La Grange, talk about changes they’ve made at their shop.
Part 1: Dr. Allison Arwady discusses move to Phase 3 of reopening
Illinois is now in phase three of “cautiously reopening” as we fight the coronavirus pandemic that took everyone by surprise. CDPH commissioner Dr. Allison Arwady talks about Chicago's move into phase three and what this means for Illinois.
Struggles continue for indie music venues
Chicago's indie music venues, closed due to the pandemic, aren't giving up their fight for their future and the hope of reopening. Joe Shanahan, owner of local venues Metro and Smart Bar, joined Good Day Chicago to talk about how they can keep the music playing.
2 women killed in South Chicago shooting: police
A 19-year-old was hit in the back and right hand, police said. The other woman, also 19, was struck in the head.
Man, teen charged with carjacking, hitting cyclist in West Town
A man and a teenage boy are charged with carjacking a man Wednesday in Noble Square before hitting a bicyclist with the stolen SUV in West Town.
2 dead, 9 hurt in Chicago shootings Thursday
Two people were killed and nine others were injured in shootings Thursday across Chicago.
Girl, 13, missing from Uptown
Charlotte Thornton was last seen May 26 in the 4500 block of North Sheridan Road, according to a missing person alert from Chicago police.
Man killed by Red Line train after being pushed onto tracks at 87th; suspect in custody
A man died after he was pushed in front of an oncoming train during a fight Friday at a CTA Red Line station in Chatham on the South Side.
Chicago police announce summer patrol plans amid uptick in violence
Thursday marked the start of the Chicago Police Department’s Summer Mobile Patrol Unit. One-hundred officers will be deployed every day all over the city to focus on violent hotspots in neighborhoods.