West Side Chicagoans react to DNC unrest: 'It takes a little pain in order to gain'
West Side residents and lawmakers have adjusted to life inside a massive special security event like the Democratic National Convention, which included a brief security fence breach Monday.
Chicago DNC protest: Additional fencing installed on Day Two following breach, police announce more arrests
Security at the Democratic National Convention in Chicago was increased Tuesday after a group of protesters broke down fencing and breached a secure area on the first day.
Chicago DNC 2024: Street closures and traffic impacts from the convention
The Democratic National Convention is shutting down several streets in downtown Chicago, disrupting the travel of locals and visitors making their way across the city.
Chicago DNC 2024: Businesses taking extra precautions ahead of protests
With the Democratic National Convention set to begin on Monday, many businesses across Chicago have taken extra precautions to protect their properties amid concerns that protests could escalate.
Chicago DNC 2024: Protests, marches and rallies
With all eyes on Chicago for the Democratic National Convention, several activist groups are planning on holding rallies and marches to draw attention to their platforms.
Chicago hotel evacuated after flames seen shooting from sidewalk in electrical vault fire
Flames were seen shooting out of a sidewalk, prompting a hazmat situation and the evacuation of a hotel Wednesday morning in the West Town neighborhood.
Chicago woman allegedly scammed retail store out of $36K through fake returns
A Chicago woman is accused of making several fake return transactions at a Near West Side retail store over the last month.
Fire at West Town hotel forces evacuations
Soho House Chicago guests were evacuated ealry Wednesday morning due to a fire near the West Town hotel. Green Street was shut down as crews secured the scene.
Secret Service, police provide final Chicago DNC security update
The Democratic National Convention is less than a week away and the U.S. Secret Service and Chicago officials will provide a final update today on security preparations and safety measures for the four-day event.
Chicago residents brace for DNC traffic chaos amid parking and perimeter restrictions
Street closures and parking restrictions for the 2024 Democratic National Convention are beginning to impact Chicago residents.
Chicago police seek multiple suspects in series of Near West Side burglaries
Chicago police are seeking a group of suspects in connection with a series of burglaries at Near West Side businesses last month.
Woman fatally struck by semi on Chicago's Near West Side
A woman was struck and killed by a semi Tuesday night on Chicago's Near West Side.
Damen Green Line Station opens on Chicago's Near West Side
A ribbon cutting ceremony at the new Damen Green Line station celebrated the end of a decades-long journey to enhance transit opportunities on the Near West Side.