Emmett Till investigation closed by US Justice Department
The U.S. Justice Department told relatives of Emmett Till on Monday that it is ending its investigation into the 1955 lynching of the Black teenager from Chicago who was abducted, tortured and killed after witnesses said he whistled at a white woman in Mississippi.
Chicago ranks among 'most sinful' U.S. cities in 2021: report
Las Vegas was, maybe unsurprisingly, at the top of the list. However, WalletHub found that other cities — including Chicago — also had their own vices.
Jussie Smollett trial: Defense calls former 'Empire' actor to take the stand
Some legal experts say the only chance Smollett has of beating charges that he lied to the police is by telling jurors his version of what happened on Jan. 29, 2019.
Chicago alderman says neighborhoods are 'under siege by gangbangers'
"We've had gang conflict in the Back of the Yards community going on since Nov. 29," said Ald. Lopez. "My district, the 9th district, has been one of those police districts where the beat officers have been pulled out, reassigned, to go to downtown and other high priority areas as deemed by the mayor."
'Didn't take our spirit': Robbery, arson hasn't deterred Chicago group from decorating homes for Christmas
A weekend event that was meant to spread hope was dimmed when four volunteers were robbed Saturday night while putting up Christmas decorations in Bronzeville on the South Side.
Chicago police warn North Side residents to watch out after four carjackings in three days
The suspects threatened the victims with a gun and drove off with their cars.
Person accidentally discharges firearm in Portage Park, striking woman in the chest: CPD
A 32-year-old woman was with a group of individuals when someone brought out a gun, police said. The weapon then accidentally discharged, striking the woman in the right side of the chest.
Quality Crab and Oyster Bah in Lincoln Park hosts event Dec. 9
The event will take place on Dec. 9 at 6:30 p.m.
'Magic Immersive' now showing in Chicago
Penn Jillette of Penn and Teller talks 'Magic Immersive.'
Alderman Lopez says gang shooting wounded CTA driver
Ald. Lopez says gang conflict in Back of the Yards has been running rampant since Nov. 29.
Tim's Weather Takeaways: Wintry blast won't last
Coldest air of the season so far in Chicago is settling in but it won't be sticking around for long.
2 hospitalized for smoke inhalation from house fire in Englewood
Two people were transported to the hospital for smoke inhalation following a house fire in Englewood Monday morning.
WhatsGood Chicago opens in Lincoln Park
WhatsGood was an online only business --- until recently.
Pastor raising money for community center by sleeping on roof for 100 days
Pastor Corey Brooks is committed to sleeping outside for 100 days in order to raise money for a community center in Woodlawn.
6 killed, 24 wounded in shootings over the weekend in Chicago
Six people were killed and 24 others were wounded by gunfire in Chicago this weekend.
Man shot on DuSable Lake Shore Drive on Near South Side
The 19-year-old was walking about 9:30 p.m. when he was struck in his knee by gunfire, Chicago police said.
Jussie Smollett trial: Defense team presents case Monday
The trial is now in its fifth day.
Man stabbed during argument on CTA Blue Line train in Irving Park
A suspect is in custody after stabbing a man during an argument on a CTA Blue Line train Monday morning.
3 in custody after shots fired at two Chicago police officers in Chatham
Three people are in custody after shots were fired at Chicago police officers in Chatham Sunday night.
Monday forecast: Strong winds with temps in the 30s
Strong westerly winds will sweep in the coldest air of the season Monday.