MAP: Power outages in the Chicago area due to severe storms

A dangerous round of severe weather is taking aim at the Chicago area Thursday, with storms capable of producing 75+ mph wind gusts, baseball-size hail or larger, and powerful tornadoes.

Chicago BBQ chef to teach summer cooking courses for students
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With summer on the horizon, BBQ chef and educator Daniel Hammond will be holding courses on how to barbecue for students.

Celebrating Transgender Day of Visibility in Chicago
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Precious Brady-Davis became the first Black openly transgender woman to be elected to public office in Cook County. She joined Good Day Chicago to talk about the upcoming Transgender Day of Visibility events in Chicago.

Two dead in house fire on Chicago's South Side

A house fire in Chicago’s Kenwood neighborhood left two people dead, according to the Chicago Fire Department.

SEIU Board removes member over controversial Facebook posts

A board member of the Service Employees International Union was removed following a disciplinary hearing Saturday morning.

SEIU Board removes member over controversial Facebook posts
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A board member of the Service Employees International Union was removed following a disciplinary hearing Saturday morning.

Extra police on patrol in Chicago to handle teen takeovers
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Twelve people were arrested Friday night after a large gathering of teenagers in downtown Chicago led to two violent incidents, police said.

Chicago weather: Severe storms, tornado risk, and possible snow on Sunday

Chicago is bracing for severe weather Sunday as a low-pressure system triggers a dramatic shift, bringing thunderstorms, the potential for tornadoes, and even snow.

Hattie B's Hot Chicken bringing Nashville heat to Wrigleyville

Hattie B’s Hot Chicken, a Nashville favorite known for its fiery heat and Southern comfort food, is set to open a location near Wrigley Field.

I-94 hit-and-run crash leaves person dead, Illinois State Police say

A person involved in a crash on the Bishop Ford Freeway early Saturday morning was hit and killed by another car that fled the scene.