Storms knock out power to thousands across NW Indiana, Chicago area
Tens of thousands are still without power after storms blew through the Chicago area and northwest Indiana on Monday.
Tens of thousands are still without power after storms blew through the Chicago area and northwest Indiana on Monday.
Chicago felon who sexually assaulted girl arrested for failing to register as sex offender, officials say
The Chicago man was convicted in 1987 of attempted murder, kidnapping and criminal sexual assault involving a teen girl who was tied to the back of a car and dragged.
The Chicago man was convicted in 1987 of attempted murder, kidnapping and criminal sexual assault involving a teen girl who was tied to the back of a car and dragged.
Man dies after being shot on Chicago's West Side, police say
Chicago police say a man has died after a shooting Monday night on the city's West Side.
Chicago police say a man has died after a shooting Monday night on the city's West Side.
Chicago weather: More showers possible before stretch of chilly weather
Chicago’s April just cracked the top 10 wettest on record, and more rain could still fall. Plus, cooler air is on the way, with frost possible in parts of the area this weekend.
Chicago’s April just cracked the top 10 wettest on record, and more rain could still fall. Plus, cooler air is on the way, with frost possible in parts of the area this weekend.
Father, son speak out after years of alleged bullying at Chicago high school
An 18-year-old student and his father say repeated bullying incidents—including a recent alleged knife threat—went unaddressed by school officials, raising concerns about student safety and accountability.
An 18-year-old student and his father say repeated bullying incidents—including a recent alleged knife threat—went unaddressed by school officials, raising concerns about student safety and accountability.
Chicago bike lane expansion sparks backlash in Brighton Park
In Brighton Park, residents and business owners oppose new protected bike lanes, citing lost parking, traffic issues, and reduced sales, with over 3,000 signatures submitted in protest.
In Brighton Park, residents and business owners oppose new protected bike lanes, citing lost parking, traffic issues, and reduced sales, with over 3,000 signatures submitted in protest.
Man accused of stealing laundry detergent from train car caught after drone spots break-in
A 53-year-old man is facing charges after authorities say he broke into a freight train car loaded with laundry detergent on Chicago’s South Side.
A 53-year-old man is facing charges after authorities say he broke into a freight train car loaded with laundry detergent on Chicago’s South Side.
Teen alleges years of bullying at Chicago high school, family demands accountability
A Chicago father and his 18-year-old son are speaking out, alleging the teen endured years of bullying at Noble Street College Prep, including incidents they describe as traumatic and dangerous.
A Chicago father and his 18-year-old son are speaking out, alleging the teen endured years of bullying at Noble Street College Prep, including incidents they describe as traumatic and dangerous.
150K Illinois households may lose SNAP assistance beginning May 1
SNAP recipients have a deadline this week -- some will lose their benefits by Friday. Here's what to do before May 1.
SNAP recipients have a deadline this week -- some will lose their benefits by Friday. Here's what to do before May 1.
Chicago father says son bullied for years at Noble Street College Prep, claims school failed to act
A Chicago father is speaking out, saying his son endured years of bullying at Noble Street College Prep, including a recent incident involving a knife, and claims the school failed to protect him.
A Chicago father is speaking out, saying his son endured years of bullying at Noble Street College Prep, including a recent incident involving a knife, and claims the school failed to protect him.
John Wayne Gacy book republished as questions about victims remain | ChicagoLIVE
A controversial book written by serial killer John Wayne Gacy is being republished, raising new questions about the case decades later. A curator from the Graveface Museum joins us to discuss the effort to revisit the case, the possibility of additional victims and why keeping the conversation focused on victims still matters today.
A controversial book written by serial killer John Wayne Gacy is being republished, raising new questions about the case decades later. A curator from the Graveface Museum joins us to discuss the effort to revisit the case, the possibility of additional victims and why keeping the conversation focused on victims still matters today.
'Vanished Chicagoland' creator Peter Kastanes dies, remembered for celebrating Chicago’s past
Peter Kastanes, the creator of the popular Vanished Chicagoland Facebook page, has died after a long battle with cancer.
Peter Kastanes, the creator of the popular Vanished Chicagoland Facebook page, has died after a long battle with cancer.
Vanished Chicagoland creator Peter Kastanes dies, remembered for celebrating Chicago’s past
A true Chicago icon has died. He wasn’t famous, but on social media, he built a loyal following. Now, many are mourning the passing of Peter Kastanes.
A true Chicago icon has died. He wasn’t famous, but on social media, he built a loyal following. Now, many are mourning the passing of Peter Kastanes.
Small business owners protest Archer Avenue bike lanes
Business owners and residents in Brighton Park are growing more frustrated over new bike lanes along Archer Avenue. But the city says the project is aimed at improving safety for everyone on the road.
Business owners and residents in Brighton Park are growing more frustrated over new bike lanes along Archer Avenue. But the city says the project is aimed at improving safety for everyone on the road.
Bears stadium talks heat up as lawmakers weigh competing plans in Illinois and Indiana
With a key week underway, the Chicago Bears are navigating stadium discussions as Illinois considers a major incentives bill and Indiana pushes its own proposal to lure the team across state lines.
With a key week underway, the Chicago Bears are navigating stadium discussions as Illinois considers a major incentives bill and Indiana pushes its own proposal to lure the team across state lines.
Suspect in Chicago officer’s killing refuses to cooperate, delaying court case
The man accused of killing a Chicago police officer and injuring another refused to cooperate in court, prompting a delay as new details emerge about the deadly shooting and prior allegations.
The man accused of killing a Chicago police officer and injuring another refused to cooperate in court, prompting a delay as new details emerge about the deadly shooting and prior allegations.
Highland Park man convicted in sexual abuse case involving teen at Northbrook gym
A Highland Park man has been convicted in connection with the sexual abuse of a minor at a Northbrook fitness center.
A Highland Park man has been convicted in connection with the sexual abuse of a minor at a Northbrook fitness center.
4 suspects wanted after attempted robbery on CTA bus in Belmont Central: police
An attempted robbery on a Chicago Transit Authority bus on the city’s Northwest Side earlier this month has prompted a search for four suspects, police said.
An attempted robbery on a Chicago Transit Authority bus on the city’s Northwest Side earlier this month has prompted a search for four suspects, police said.
Water Tower Place plans $170M upgrade to boost Mag Mile traffic | ChicagoLIVE
Water Tower Place is preparing for a major overhaul as it marks its 50th anniversary.
Water Tower Place is preparing for a major overhaul as it marks its 50th anniversary.
Daytime shooting on Chicago’s South Side leaves man in critical condition, police say
A 25-year-old man is in critical condition after being shot in the head Monday on Chicago’s South Side, authorities said.
A 25-year-old man is in critical condition after being shot in the head Monday on Chicago’s South Side, authorities said.