Two teenage boys arrested after 28-year-old woman carjacked at gunpoint in Chicago
Chicago police say two teenage boys are charged after a woman was carjacked at gunpoint on Wednesday night.
Chicago police say two teenage boys are charged after a woman was carjacked at gunpoint on Wednesday night.
New 12,000-square-foot Mediterranean restaurant planned for Chicago Riverwalk
A new pan-Mediterranean restaurant is set to open along the Chicago Riverwalk this spring.
A new pan-Mediterranean restaurant is set to open along the Chicago Riverwalk this spring.
Missing Chicago woman located, police say
A missing 39-year-old woman who was last heard from on Sunday has been located, according to Chicago police.
A missing 39-year-old woman who was last heard from on Sunday has been located, according to Chicago police.
New 2026 ranking names Chicago's friendliest neighborhoods
A new ranking names Chicago's friendliest neighborhoods for 2026. See which community took the top spot.
A new ranking names Chicago's friendliest neighborhoods for 2026. See which community took the top spot.
Early voting surges in Chicago ahead of the March 17 primary
Chicago Board of Elections spokesperson Max Bever explains key deadlines, vote-by-mail return tips, and why turnout is already higher than in the 2018 and 2022 primaries as early voting continues across all 50 wards before Election Day on March 17.
Chicago Board of Elections spokesperson Max Bever explains key deadlines, vote-by-mail return tips, and why turnout is already higher than in the 2018 and 2022 primaries as early voting continues across all 50 wards before Election Day on March 17.
Man shot in afternoon Chicago drive-by, police say
Chicago police say a 41-year-old man was shot in a midday drive-by on Wednesday.
Chicago police say a 41-year-old man was shot in a midday drive-by on Wednesday.
Attempted murder charge filed against Chicago woman in South Side shooting
A Chicago woman was charged in connection with a January shooting that left another woman wounded in the Park Manor neighborhood.
A Chicago woman was charged in connection with a January shooting that left another woman wounded in the Park Manor neighborhood.
1 in custody after Humboldt Park fight escalates into shooting
A man was arrested after allegedly shooting another man during a fight Wednesday night in the Humboldt Park neighborhood.
A man was arrested after allegedly shooting another man during a fight Wednesday night in the Humboldt Park neighborhood.
Chicago weather: Dangerous dense fog descends on area
Dense fog keeps temperatures cool today before storms arrive Friday and quieter weather returns for the weekend.
Dense fog keeps temperatures cool today before storms arrive Friday and quieter weather returns for the weekend.
Wicker Park to get Chicago’s first self-cleaning public restroom
Chicago’s first automatic public bathroom is set to be installed in Wicker Park as part of a pilot program, drawing mixed reactions from neighbors.
Chicago’s first automatic public bathroom is set to be installed in Wicker Park as part of a pilot program, drawing mixed reactions from neighbors.
Lurie Children’s helps lead clinical trial for gene therapy targeting Dravet syndrome
A new clinical trial led in part by a Lurie Children’s Hospital doctor is showing promise for children with Dravet syndrome, a severe form of epilepsy, and could become the first gene regulation therapy approved for the condition.
A new clinical trial led in part by a Lurie Children’s Hospital doctor is showing promise for children with Dravet syndrome, a severe form of epilepsy, and could become the first gene regulation therapy approved for the condition.
West Town residents, businesses push back on Grand Avenue reconstruction plan
Some Chicago residents and business owners in West Town are calling out Mayor Brandon Johnson over a major reconstruction plan for Grand Avenue, saying they’ve been left out of a process that directly affects them.
Some Chicago residents and business owners in West Town are calling out Mayor Brandon Johnson over a major reconstruction plan for Grand Avenue, saying they’ve been left out of a process that directly affects them.
Chicago businesses hit in early-morning burglary spree across South Side: police
Chicago police are warning the public about a string of recent commercial burglaries on the South Side.
Chicago police are warning the public about a string of recent commercial burglaries on the South Side.
Chicago weather: Approaching storm system to bring scattered rain tonight
An approaching storm system is bringing scattered rain to the region this evening and tonight.
An approaching storm system is bringing scattered rain to the region this evening and tonight.
Chicago mayor leads celebration as city marks 189 years
Mayor Brandon Johnson kicked off Chicago’s 189th birthday with a celebration at Lookingglass Theatre, highlighting the city’s history, culture and growth from 4,000 residents in 1837 to nearly 2.7 million today.
Mayor Brandon Johnson kicked off Chicago’s 189th birthday with a celebration at Lookingglass Theatre, highlighting the city’s history, culture and growth from 4,000 residents in 1837 to nearly 2.7 million today.
Fire rips through North Park homeless encampment days before city clearance
A late-night fire tore through a homeless encampment in Legion Park, destroying 15 tents and leaving residents who say they lost everything waiting for answers as the city prepares to clear the site on March 17.
A late-night fire tore through a homeless encampment in Legion Park, destroying 15 tents and leaving residents who say they lost everything waiting for answers as the city prepares to clear the site on March 17.
Chicago Pride Parade unveils ‘Free to Be Proud’ theme for 2026 | ChicagoLIVE
The 55th annual Chicago Pride Parade will take place June 28, 2026, in the Northalsted neighborhood under the theme “Free to Be Proud.”
The 55th annual Chicago Pride Parade will take place June 28, 2026, in the Northalsted neighborhood under the theme “Free to Be Proud.”
Chicago police warn of fraudulent donation scheme
Chicago police are warning the public of a recent scam seeking donations after a tragic event in the South Loop and Near South Side.
Chicago police are warning the public of a recent scam seeking donations after a tragic event in the South Loop and Near South Side.
Ald. Conway demands answers over Chicago debt repayment strategy | ChicagoLIVE
Alderman Bill Conway calls on Mayor Brandon Johnson to explain why the administration’s reported debt strategy differs from a repayment scheduled previously shared with City Council.
Alderman Bill Conway calls on Mayor Brandon Johnson to explain why the administration’s reported debt strategy differs from a repayment scheduled previously shared with City Council.
Things to do in Chicago this weekend — World of Wheels, Holi at Navy Pier and more
The Windy City is shaking off winter and turning up the fun March 6-8. Here's your guide to weekend events in Chicago.
The Windy City is shaking off winter and turning up the fun March 6-8. Here's your guide to weekend events in Chicago.