Boy, 13, accidentally shoots self on Chicago's West Side: police
A 13-year-old boy was hospitalized after accidentally shooting himself Tuesday night in Chicago's East Garfield Park neighborhood.
A 13-year-old boy was hospitalized after accidentally shooting himself Tuesday night in Chicago's East Garfield Park neighborhood.
Chicago City Council votes to ban sale of some hemp products
The Chicago City Council voted to ban the sale of some hemp products, with some changes made to the original proposal.
The Chicago City Council voted to ban the sale of some hemp products, with some changes made to the original proposal.
Chicago weather: Light snow ends as extreme cold looms
Chicago is facing an end to light snow followed by a sharp plunge into extreme cold, with subzero temperatures and dangerous wind chills possible later this week.
Chicago is facing an end to light snow followed by a sharp plunge into extreme cold, with subzero temperatures and dangerous wind chills possible later this week.
Moms for Democracy rally against Trump in Chicago
Grassroot organizers held a rally protesting President Trump on the anniversary of him returning to the White House.
Grassroot organizers held a rally protesting President Trump on the anniversary of him returning to the White House.
Chicago crime: Man shot, killed at West Side car wash, police say
A man was shot and killed near a car wash on the city’s West Side on Tuesday evening.
A man was shot and killed near a car wash on the city’s West Side on Tuesday evening.
Billie Jean King, Jason Collins among those honored by LGBTQ Sports Hall of Fame in 2026
The LGBTQ Sports Hall of Fame announced its 2026 class this week, adding 10 new inductees whose careers span professional leagues, the Olympics, high school sports and sports media.
The LGBTQ Sports Hall of Fame announced its 2026 class this week, adding 10 new inductees whose careers span professional leagues, the Olympics, high school sports and sports media.
Chicago picked to host International Jazz Day celebration
Chicago is about to become the jazz center of the world this April.
Chicago is about to become the jazz center of the world this April.
Chicago weather: Snow could impact Wednesday morning commute
Parts of the Chicago area can expect multiple inches of snow that could impact the morning commute on Wednesday.
Parts of the Chicago area can expect multiple inches of snow that could impact the morning commute on Wednesday.
Chicago designer turns grief into purpose, one stitch at a time
After losing multiple brothers and four sons, Chicago designer Tisa Johnson-Banks turned grief into purpose through sewing
After losing multiple brothers and four sons, Chicago designer Tisa Johnson-Banks turned grief into purpose through sewing
Chicago designer turns grief into purpose, one stitch at a time
After losing multiple brothers and four sons, Chicago designer Tisa Johnson-Banks turned grief into purpose through sewing
After losing multiple brothers and four sons, Chicago designer Tisa Johnson-Banks turned grief into purpose through sewing
Chicago surgeon charged in deaths of ex-wife, her husband jailed in Ohio: records
A Chicago surgeon charged in the double homicide of his ex-wife and her husband was booked into an Ohio jail on Tuesday, according to court records.
A Chicago surgeon charged in the double homicide of his ex-wife and her husband was booked into an Ohio jail on Tuesday, according to court records.
Family of Linda Brown launches advocacy program
Linda Brown's family is starting a program to help other families when someone disappears.
Linda Brown's family is starting a program to help other families when someone disappears.
Chicago mayor won't pursue buyback of city's parking meters
Mayor Brandon Johnson backed off of a plan to buy back the city's parking meter system.
Mayor Brandon Johnson backed off of a plan to buy back the city's parking meter system.
Trial for suspect accused of offering money for Bovino’s murder begins
The trial of an alleged Chicago gang member accused of offering $10,000 for the murder of a top U.S. Border Patrol official began Tuesday.
The trial of an alleged Chicago gang member accused of offering $10,000 for the murder of a top U.S. Border Patrol official began Tuesday.
Carmine’s to reopen on Rush Street after two-year closure | ChicagoLIVE
Carmine’s, the longtime Italian restaurant and Rush Street fixture is set to reopen Monday in a newly renovated space at 1037 N. Rush St.
Carmine’s, the longtime Italian restaurant and Rush Street fixture is set to reopen Monday in a newly renovated space at 1037 N. Rush St.
Families demand accountability from Chicago nursing home owner
Families who lost their loved ones are calling for accountability from a Chicago nursing home owner.
Families who lost their loved ones are calling for accountability from a Chicago nursing home owner.
Top 5 Dry January drinks from Chicago's 'In Good Spirits'
We’re raising a glass without the alcohol. "The List" highlights five non-alcoholic cocktails you can easily make at home, curated with help from In Good Spirits, Chicago’s non-alcoholic bottle shop. From citrusy and refreshing mocktails to bold, bubbly alcohol-free drinks, these recipes show you don’t need alcohol to enjoy a great cocktail experience.
We’re raising a glass without the alcohol. "The List" highlights five non-alcoholic cocktails you can easily make at home, curated with help from In Good Spirits, Chicago’s non-alcoholic bottle shop. From citrusy and refreshing mocktails to bold, bubbly alcohol-free drinks, these recipes show you don’t need alcohol to enjoy a great cocktail experience.
Pipe burst delays hundreds of flights at Chicago's O'Hare airport: FAA
Hundreds of flights were delayed Tuesday at O’Hare Airport after a water pipe burst in the airport’s main air traffic control tower.
Hundreds of flights were delayed Tuesday at O’Hare Airport after a water pipe burst in the airport’s main air traffic control tower.
Kidney donations decline amid growing public mistrust | ChicagoNOW
New analysis shows kidney donations from deceased donors fell last year for the first time in more than a decade, contributing to fewer transplants nationwide.
New analysis shows kidney donations from deceased donors fell last year for the first time in more than a decade, contributing to fewer transplants nationwide.
Chicago designer Tisa Johnson-Banks builds fashion brand rooted in healing | ChicagoNOW
Chicago designer Tisa Johnson-Banks has built a fashion brand centered on remembrance and resilience, creating custom sweaters inspired by personal loss.
Chicago designer Tisa Johnson-Banks has built a fashion brand centered on remembrance and resilience, creating custom sweaters inspired by personal loss.



















