St. Charles prepares for larger-than-ever Fourth of July fireworks
Meanwhile Saint Charles says it's full speed ahead for its Independence Day celebrations.
Drought conditions remain steady, yet severe in Illinois
Illinois is in need of relief as drought conditions remained steady across the state on Saturday.
19-year-old charged in North Aurora shooting that left 2 injured in grocery store parking lot
A North Aurora man has been charged with multiple felonies following a shooting in a grocery store parking lot in North Aurora Tuesday evening.
Semi carrying fireworks rolls over, catches fire on Tri-State Tollway
A semi trailer hauling fireworks rolled over and caught fire on the Tri-State Tollway Friday morning, shutting down northbound lanes and causing massive delays on the morning commute.
Elgin man gets 25 years in prison for gas station armed robbery
“When he was arrested, he had a large tattoo on his neck which proclaimed, ‘Live by the gun Die by the gun.’ He will now serve a long prison sentence because he [chose] to live by the gun,” Kane County Assistant State’s Attorney Hannah Thayer said.
2 men shot in parking lot of grocery store in North Aurora: police
Two men were shot Tuesday evening in the parking lot of Woodman’s Markets in North Aurora, police said.
Memorial Day events: Parades, ceremonies scheduled in the Chicago area
Because of the pandemic, some observances are being adjusted to be COVID-19 friendly.
Geneva man goes on 68 city road trip to get people to shop local
A Geneva man is putting his money where his mouth is.
Man charged after stolen gun found during Kane County traffic stop
A Michigan man is facing felony charges after police found a stolen gun and marijuana Wednesday at a traffic stop in Rutland Township.
Woodstock first responder running 70+ miles to bring attention to firefighter suicide issue
A Woodstock first responder and veteran is running for firefighters who can't.
Helmut Jahn died of multiple injuries in bicycle crash, autopsy shows
An autopsy has determined renowned German architect, Helmut Jahn, died of multiple injuries from a bike accident that occured last weekend outside Chicago.
Missing 15-year-old boy with special needs returns home safely: police
The missing 15-year-old boy returned home safely Monday night.
Aurora, 6 other Illinois cities named 'most diverse' in America: study
Aurora has been named one of the most diverse cities in America, according to a recent national study.
71-year-old man reported missing from St. Charles found safe
Robert Muenster, a 71-year-old man who was reported missing Monday from suburban St. Charles, has been found safe, St. Charles police said.
Sunday will be warm, but less windy with chance of rain overnight into Monday
Sunday's temperatures in the Chicago area are expected to be in the upper 70s and low 80s. It is going to be less windy on Sunday in Cook, Will, Kane, Kankakee, DuPage and Lake counties than it was on Saturday.
Farmers markets begin to bloom across Chicagoland
The flowers are blooming, the weather is warming up and farmers are ready to bring their best fruit and vegetables to market.
Mushrooms sold in Illinois recalled over potentially fatal illness
Mushrooms sold in Illinois are being recalled because they may be contaminated with a bacteria that can cause a potentially fatal illness.
Man approached student near Geneva elementary school: police
Geneva police are asking for the public's help in identifying a suspicious man who approached a student near an elementary school on Thursday.
Snow possible in Chicago area on Tuesday
There is the potential for snow on Tuesday, then freezing temperatures for most parts of the Chicago area Tuesday and Wednesday night.
Illinois offering special appointments for college and university students to get vaccinated
NEWS YOU CAN USE: Illinois is offering special COVID-19 vaccine appointments for college and university students. Click here for details.