Pet dog shot dead: Suburban Chicago man will not face charges for shooting Ludwig
The prosecutor says that Hal Phipps reasonably feared for his life when he shot Ludwig, that witnesses reported hearing aggressive barks, and that a previous attack had led Phipps to consider Ludwig dangerous.
The prosecutor says that Hal Phipps reasonably feared for his life when he shot Ludwig, that witnesses reported hearing aggressive barks, and that a previous attack had led Phipps to consider Ludwig dangerous.
'Justice for Ludwig': No charges filed against suburban Chicago man who shot dog
Was a suburban Chicago man justified when he shot and killed someone else's beloved pet dog Ludwig? Police and the prosecutor say: Yes, and that man will not face charges.
Was a suburban Chicago man justified when he shot and killed someone else's beloved pet dog Ludwig? Police and the prosecutor say: Yes, and that man will not face charges.
Chicago suburb looking to extend outdoor dining through winter
The igloos are coming back at the First Street Plaza in downtown St. Charles.
The igloos are coming back at the First Street Plaza in downtown St. Charles.
St. Charles extends outdoor dining program through winter
The igloos are coming back at the First Street Plaza in downtown St. Charles.
The igloos are coming back at the First Street Plaza in downtown St. Charles.
Video shows SUV striking motorcycle in Kane County and then fleeing the scene
WATCH: The Kane County Sheriff’s Office is asking for the public’s help in identifying the driver of a vehicle involved in a hit-and-run in the suburbs.
WATCH: The Kane County Sheriff’s Office is asking for the public’s help in identifying the driver of a vehicle involved in a hit-and-run in the suburbs.
Video shows hit-and-run in Kane County
The Kane County Sheriff's Office has released video that shows a hit-and-run in unincorporated St. Charles Township.
The Kane County Sheriff's Office has released video that shows a hit-and-run in unincorporated St. Charles Township.
Warm start to week ahead, with strong to severe storms possible on Tuesday
The National Weather Service said that there is a 20% chance of storms possible on Monday, with the low temperature around 66 degrees and the high around 87. The normal high for this time of year should be in the mid to upper 70s.
The National Weather Service said that there is a 20% chance of storms possible on Monday, with the low temperature around 66 degrees and the high around 87. The normal high for this time of year should be in the mid to upper 70s.
Above average temperatures will continue Sunday and into the week, with chance of scattered showers
Saturday's high temperature of about 86 degrees is well above average for this time of year, and Sunday will be almost as hot, with a high of 84.
Saturday's high temperature of about 86 degrees is well above average for this time of year, and Sunday will be almost as hot, with a high of 84.
First day of fall: Weather in Chicago cooling down so much, you might need a sweater on Thursday
On September 1, the average high is 80° and the average low is 62°. By November 30, the average high will be 42° and the average low will be 29°.
On September 1, the average high is 80° and the average low is 62°. By November 30, the average high will be 42° and the average low will be 29°.
Elgin hospital temporarily puts elective surgeries on hold
Advocate Sherman Hospital in Elgin is putting a hold on elective surgeries due to a lack of anesthesia providers.
Advocate Sherman Hospital in Elgin is putting a hold on elective surgeries due to a lack of anesthesia providers.
Advocate Sherman Hospital puts hold on elective surgeries
Advocate Sherman Hospital in Elgin is putting a hold on elective surgeries due to a lack of anesthesia providers.
Advocate Sherman Hospital in Elgin is putting a hold on elective surgeries due to a lack of anesthesia providers.
Dozens attend rally against Advocate Aurora's hospital employee vaccine mandate
A flyer for the rally says: "We are being threatened with termination if we do not comply with getting the experimental covid-19 vaccine. This goes against a basic human right to refuse medication or treatment." The rally was promoted by congressional candidate Catalina Lauf, who is running against Rep. Adam Kinzinger (R-Ottawa).
A flyer for the rally says: "We are being threatened with termination if we do not comply with getting the experimental covid-19 vaccine. This goes against a basic human right to refuse medication or treatment." The rally was promoted by congressional candidate Catalina Lauf, who is running against Rep. Adam Kinzinger (R-Ottawa).
Fully automatic gun, drugs recovered after investigation into landscaping equipment thefts
Authorities conducting an investigation into a landscaping equipment theft ring in Kane County have recovered numerous firearms, including a fully automatic weapon.
Authorities conducting an investigation into a landscaping equipment theft ring in Kane County have recovered numerous firearms, including a fully automatic weapon.
South Elgin High School looks for new opponent after football game canceled due to COVID
South Elgin High School is ready to host a game but their opponent for Friday night, Fenton High School of Bensenville, had to cancel due to COVID-19 concerns.
South Elgin High School is ready to host a game but their opponent for Friday night, Fenton High School of Bensenville, had to cancel due to COVID-19 concerns.
South Elgin High School looking for new opponent after football game canceled due to COVID
Mike Jezioro, athletic director at South Elgin High School, talks about the unexpected start to high school football season after their Week One opponent was forced to cancel the game due to COVID-19.
Mike Jezioro, athletic director at South Elgin High School, talks about the unexpected start to high school football season after their Week One opponent was forced to cancel the game due to COVID-19.
Geneva preschool temporarily closes after COVID-19 outbreak
A private preschool and kindergarten in suburban Geneva is closed after a COVID-19 outbreak.
A private preschool and kindergarten in suburban Geneva is closed after a COVID-19 outbreak.
Geneva preschool, kindergarten close after COVID-19 outbreak
Kensington School closed last Thursday after eight positive COVID-19 cases were reported.
Kensington School closed last Thursday after eight positive COVID-19 cases were reported.
Husband of Wayne village president accused of killing neighborhood dog
There is outrage in west suburban Wayne after a deadly dog shooting last week. Some are calling for the Wayne Village president to resign because it was her husband who allegedly shot and killed his neighbor’s dog.
There is outrage in west suburban Wayne after a deadly dog shooting last week. Some are calling for the Wayne Village president to resign because it was her husband who allegedly shot and killed his neighbor’s dog.
Batavia dad and daughters pen children's book on the importance of kindness
Mike, Leni and Libby Schrettenbrunner talk about the inspiration behind their children's book "Pumpkin Head Tom and Mummy Mary."
Mike, Leni and Libby Schrettenbrunner talk about the inspiration behind their children's book "Pumpkin Head Tom and Mummy Mary."
Kane County man fatally shoots dog for allegedly being on his property, blocking his path
Deputies learned that a homeowner fired multiple shots from a handgun at a neighbor's two dogs.
Deputies learned that a homeowner fired multiple shots from a handgun at a neighbor's two dogs.