Chicago weather: Wind chill plummet to -30 to -40 tonight and Friday
Dangerously cold conditions will take hold of Chicagoland tonight and last through at least Saturday. Overnight lows will plummet to around -10 with west-northwest winds gusting to 30 mph at times.
Dangerously cold conditions will take hold of Chicagoland tonight and last through at least Saturday. Overnight lows will plummet to around -10 with west-northwest winds gusting to 30 mph at times.
Illinois investigates South Shore ICE raid linked to apartment management
The state of Illinois is investigating whether last September’s military-style ICE raid on a South Shore Apartment building came after a tip from building management for the purpose of intimidating minority residents into ultimately vacating the premises.
The state of Illinois is investigating whether last September’s military-style ICE raid on a South Shore Apartment building came after a tip from building management for the purpose of intimidating minority residents into ultimately vacating the premises.
Why a short trip outside can land you in the ER during Chicago’s deep freeze
Chicago emergency rooms are preparing for a rise in cold-related injuries as extreme temperatures set in, with doctors warning that numbness can mask serious damage and that even short, poorly dressed trips outside can quickly turn dangerous.
Chicago emergency rooms are preparing for a rise in cold-related injuries as extreme temperatures set in, with doctors warning that numbness can mask serious damage and that even short, poorly dressed trips outside can quickly turn dangerous.
Massive blaze destroys suburban Chicago church
A historic South Side church is heavily damaged after a fire tore through the building on Wednesday.
A historic South Side church is heavily damaged after a fire tore through the building on Wednesday.
Fire officials investigating blaze at Ford Heights church
Fire officials say the cause of a fire at a church in Ford Heights is still under investigation. The church is now asking for help from the public as it works to recover.
Fire officials say the cause of a fire at a church in Ford Heights is still under investigation. The church is now asking for help from the public as it works to recover.
Bally’s delays River West casino opening, seeks more time at temporary site
Bally’s is pushing back the opening of its new casino in River West as construction delays continue.
Bally’s is pushing back the opening of its new casino in River West as construction delays continue.
Man convicted in 2017 murder of Chicago judge: officials
A man has been convicted with the murder of a Chicago judge and attempted murder of the judge's girlfriend in 2017, according to court documents.
A man has been convicted with the murder of a Chicago judge and attempted murder of the judge's girlfriend in 2017, according to court documents.
What’s causing 'exploding trees' in the Chicago area?
There’s a phenomenon sweeping social media that you may have seen — or even searched for — called “exploding trees."
There’s a phenomenon sweeping social media that you may have seen — or even searched for — called “exploding trees."
Bally’s delays River West casino opening, seeks more time at temporary site
Bally’s is pushing back the opening of its new casino in River West as construction delays continue.
Bally’s is pushing back the opening of its new casino in River West as construction delays continue.
Man found not guilty in murder plot of Border Patrol leader Greg Bovino: AP reports
A Chicago man was found not guilty of soliciting the murder of a top Border Patrol commander on Thursday, according to The Associated Press.
A Chicago man was found not guilty of soliciting the murder of a top Border Patrol commander on Thursday, according to The Associated Press.
What’s causing 'exploding trees' in the Chicago area?
There’s a phenomenon sweeping social media that you may have seen — or even searched for — called “exploding trees."
There’s a phenomenon sweeping social media that you may have seen — or even searched for — called “exploding trees."
Here’s how to protect your phone in extreme cold | ChicagoLIVE
Cold weather doesn’t just affect people and pets. Tech experts say extreme temperatures can harm phones, tablets and wearable devices.
Cold weather doesn’t just affect people and pets. Tech experts say extreme temperatures can harm phones, tablets and wearable devices.
Are ‘exploding trees’ real? Expert explains viral winter videos | ChicagoLIVE
A Morton Arboretum plant knowledge specialist explains why trees can crack during winter and what viewers are seeing in viral videos.
A Morton Arboretum plant knowledge specialist explains why trees can crack during winter and what viewers are seeing in viral videos.
Lawsuit alleges Joliet officer unlawfully searched child during traffic stop | ChicagoLIVE
A family filed a federal lawsuit alleging a Joliet police officer unlawfully searched their 12-year-old daughter during a traffic stop.
A family filed a federal lawsuit alleging a Joliet police officer unlawfully searched their 12-year-old daughter during a traffic stop.
Paris Hilton joins push to protect deepfake victims | ChicagoLIVE
Paris Hilton joins push to protect deepfake victims | ChicagoLIVE
Paris Hilton joins push to protect deepfake victims | ChicagoLIVE
Chicago sandwich named one of North America’s best by Michelin | ChicagoLIVE
The Italiano from Lardon in Logan Square is one of only seven sandwiches on Michelin’s list of North America’s best.
The Italiano from Lardon in Logan Square is one of only seven sandwiches on Michelin’s list of North America’s best.
Metra adjusts train schedules ahead of extreme cold | ChicagoLIVE
Metra warns of reduced service due to frigid temperatures, with crews taking extra steps to protect tracks and equipment.
Metra warns of reduced service due to frigid temperatures, with crews taking extra steps to protect tracks and equipment.
Chicago sees 31% decline in crime, report says | ChicagoLIVE
The Council on Criminal Justice reports that violent crime fell across most major U.S. cities last year.
The Council on Criminal Justice reports that violent crime fell across most major U.S. cities last year.
‘Heated Rivalry’ sparks new interest in Chicago LGBTQ+ hockey community | ChicagoNOW
HBO’s newest tv series has drawn attention to LGBTQ+ hockey communities, with Chicago Pride Hockey reporting a surge in inquiries.
HBO’s newest tv series has drawn attention to LGBTQ+ hockey communities, with Chicago Pride Hockey reporting a surge in inquiries.
Griffin MSI celebrates 56 years of black creativity | ChicagoNOW
Griffin Museum of Science and Industry’s Black Creativity Program kicked off its 56th year on Martin Luther King Jr. Day, featuring nearly 200 works from Black artists.
Griffin Museum of Science and Industry’s Black Creativity Program kicked off its 56th year on Martin Luther King Jr. Day, featuring nearly 200 works from Black artists.