Family procession for Rev. Jesse Jackson to Rainbow PUSH center
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A little over a week after his death, civil rights icon Rev. Jesse Jackson will be honored with a celebration of life in Chicago starting on Thursday.

Mayor names new head of Animal Care and Control amid shelter backlash: 'Very concerning'
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Chicago Mayor Brandon Johnson has appointed Susan Capello as the permanent leader of Chicago Animal Care and Control, a move drawing criticism from animal advocates and scrutiny from Ald. Ruth Cruz (30th) over conditions, euthanasia rates, and calls for broader reform.

Former Gov. Pat Quinn launches petition to keep Chicago Bears in Illinois
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Former Gov. Pat Quinn is spearheading a new online petition to keep the Chicago Bears in Illinois, arguing the team belongs at home as neighboring Indiana ramps up efforts to lure them across state lines.

Mass shooting near Chicago gas station leaves 4 wounded

Four people were wounded in a shooting near a gas station Wednesday evening in Chicago's Woodlawn neighborhood.

Galewood residents push back on 500-unit housing plan for former Mars site

Galewood residents packed a community meeting to advocate for a say in redeveloping the former Mars Wrigley site, backing a proposal with community amenities over a 500-unit housing plan amid concerns about congestion and neighborhood impact.

Chicago nonprofit offers free tax help through mid-April

Still need to do your taxes? A nonprofit organization in Chicago is providing free tax services across the city and the suburbs.

Family seeks justice in deadly crash as car owner faces immigration hold

A grieving mother is demanding accountability after the registered owner of a car involved in a deadly crash is now in immigration custody — with no criminal charges filed.

American is freed after 11 years for Bali ‘suitcase murder,’ but a US case awaits

Indonesia freed and deported an American man Tuesday after he spent 11 years in prison for the premeditated murder of his then-girlfriend’s mother on the island of Bali, but he’s still on the hook for federal charges back home.

Here's where to find free tax help in Chicago
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Need to do your taxes? Ladder Up is providing free tax services across Chicago and the suburbs. 

Illinois lawmakers weigh emergency bills as SNAP cuts threaten 230,000 residents

Illinois legislators are considering two emergency bills in response to federal changes that will reduce or end Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program, or SNAP, benefits for about 230,000 state residents starting in April and May.