Chicago

An abandoned Cicero Avenue motel in the Ashburn neighborhood is getting a facelift. Now, the former Aloha Motel will become a transitional housing shelter. 

Clifford Law Offices secured a record-breaking $7.25 million verdict on behalf of a 32-year-old woman who was forced to undergo a life-altering hysterectomy following negligent surgical complications and delayed treatment of postpartum hemorrhage. Led by partner Sarah F. King, the legal team proved that medical staff failed to follow established safety protocols, resulting in severe, permanent injuries.

A Chicago rideshare driver says a routine package delivery turned into a frightening ordeal when she realized the item in her car contained drugs.

A proposed “millionaires tax” in Illinois could raise the state income tax rate for some small business owners, with the measure advancing out of committee. 

The DEA’s National Prescription Drug Take Back Day returns April 25, offering safe disposal of unused medications at collection sites across the Chicago area. 

The Chicago Bears face a pivotal stretch as a proposed stadium bill heads to a vote while the NFL Draft approaches, with the team holding the No. 25 pick. 

R&B group B5 is performing at Chicago’s United Center Thursday as part of the “Boys 4 Life Tour” alongside B2K and Bow Wow.

Fox’s hit game show “The Floor” returns for season five with a $250,000 grand prize, a new competition twist and 100 contestants battling it out.

The Ravinia Festival is gearing up for another summer season, with tickets becoming available online beginning Thursday morning. 

Krispy Kreme has partnered with Milk Bar and its founder, pastry chef Christina Tosi to launch a new donut collection inspired by Milk Bar desserts.

Privacy advocates warn that smart glasses—especially if equipped with real-time facial recognition—could enable stalking, harassment, and unwanted surveillance of people in public spaces.