Sex assaults hit 20-year high in Near North police district as cases return to pre-pandemic levels
In 2020, there were 77 sexual assaults reported in the Near North district, according to the CPD’s CompStat figures. Through Sunday, there were 151 sexual assaults reported this year — a more than 95% increase over last year and the most in two decades in the district.
Jussie Smollett verdict: Reactions pour in after actor found guilty for staging hate crime
After nearly two weeks and what’s been, at times, a contentious trial, Jussie Smollett learned his fate Thursday.
Jussie Smollett trial: Jury expected back in court Thursday morning for deliberations
After seven days on trial — and three years of being battered in the court of public opinion— Jussie Smollett’s fate is in the hands of a Cook County jury.
Jussie Smollett trial in Chicago: Jury sworn in, opening statements begin
Jussie Smollett "is a real victim" of a "real crime," his attorney said as the ex-“Empire” actor’s trial started Monday.
Jussie Smollett trial: Jury picked, opening statements begin
Jussie Smollett "is a real victim" of a "real crime," his attorney said in opening statements at the ex-"Empire" actor’s trial Monday.
Suspects stole purses from retail store on the Mag Mile, pushed security guard to the ground: police
Each of the offenders grabbed a purse from the store and ran out without paying. A male security guard was pushed to the ground, and the offenders returned to the SUV and fled the scene.
Vigil held for beloved Chicago cyclist killed in crash
Dozens paid their respects Tuesday night to a beloved bicyclist killed in a downtown crash.
Beloved Chicago cyclist killed in downtown crash
Dozens paid their respects Tuesday night to a beloved bicyclist killed in a downtown crash.
Beloved cyclist killed in Chicago crash
Dozens were expected to pay their respects Tuesday night to a beloved bicyclist killed in a downtown crash.
Bicyclist critically injured after struck by van in Streeterville
A bicyclist was critically injured Wednesday night after being struck by a van on DuSable Lake Shore Drive near the Streeterville neighborhood.
Ed Debevic's returns to Chicago
One of Chicago's most iconic retro eateries is back, reopening in Streeterville. FOX 32 talks about it with Travis Cross of the restaurant.
7 armed robberies reported in Streeterville, River North in the last 2 weeks
7 ROBBERIES IN 2 WEEKS: Police said there have been seven armed robberies reported within two weeks in River North, Streeterville and the Loop.
Beach volleyball taking over Oak Street Beach for AVP Chicago Open
The greatest beach volleyball players on the planet have arrived in Chicago.
Attorney says Iowa man was not planning attack downtown
The attorney of the Iowa man with guns that were allegedly found in his hotel in downtown Chicago suggests he brought weapons for self defense and that authorities overreacted publicly.
Chicago's top Italian restaurant Spiaggia closing after 37 years
Chicago’s top Italian restaurant, Spiaggia, announced Friday they are permanently closing after 37 years.
Tensions flare: Lightfoot, Alderwoman Taylor clash at Chicago City Council meeting
Tensions became heated at the Chicago City Council meeting Wednesday, which forced an early adjournment.
Police search for crew wanted in over 20 armed robberies in Chicago
A group accused of armed robberies along Chicago's Mag Mile is now suspected in dozens of other robberies throughout the city.
MIT graduate found in Chicago apartment with explosive chemicals died of accidental overdose of lidocaine
An autopsy found Theodore Hilk, 30, died from lidocaine and monoethylglycinexylidide toxicity. His death was ruled accidental.
Couple pulled to safety after falling in Chicago River
A woman and her boyfriend were saved after she fell into the Chicago River from the river walk in Streeterville on the Near North Side.
After recent car thefts, Chicago cops remind drivers to stop leaving keys in cars
STEP ONE TO AVOIDING CAR THEFT: People, stop leaving keys in the car.