2 Illinois men accused of illegally selling guns

Two Illinois men are accused of trying to illegally sell firearms in Lake and Cook Counties this summer.

Lake Forest burglary suspect arrested after brief foot-chase

A suspect was arrested after several burglaries were reported Tuesday morning in north suburban Lake Forest.

Highland Park hockey coach retiring after 75 years

Coach Wally Kormylo announced he is retiring after leading dozens of local and national hockey teams and spending a total of 75 years in the game of hockey.

Driver killed in Long Grove head-on crash identified

One man was killed and two others were hospitalized following a head-on crash Tuesday morning in north suburban Long Grove.

Man, 19, dies in head-on crash in Zion

A driver died after crashing head-on into another vehicle Friday afternoon in north suburban Zion.

Woman killed after being struck by car in Mundelein identified by coroner

A woman was killed, and a man was servery injured when they were struck by a car while crossing a road in Mundelein Tuesday night. 

Mexican Independence Day celebrations across the Chicago area

Hundreds of thousands will be in the city this weekend for Mexican Independence Day, with cars proudly flying Mexican flags, patriotic chants of "¡Viva Mexico!" and the unmistakable scent of carne asada.

Prospective buyer abandons Deerfield campus development

The long-standing dispute between Deerfield residents and an industrial park has come to an end.

Ballet Folklorico Tayahua showcases vibrant culture and dance for Mexican Independence Day
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The ultra-talented Ballet Folklorico Tayahua joins Good Day Chicago to give us a preview of performances they're giving this weekend at the Fiesta Sin Frontera in downtown Waukegan.

Controversy erupts in Highland Park over city's attempted 'poverty simulation'

Community members in Highland Park are sharing mixed reactions over a controversial – and now-canceled – event meant to simulate what it’s like to live in poverty.

Highland Park residents respond to canceled 'poverty simulation'
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Highland Park residents shared mixed reactions about a canceled 'poverty simulation' event that was created to allow individuals to 'walk in the shoes of someone who is facing poverty.'

Man killed in Beach Park drag race identified

A man who died while drag racing another driver Sunday afternoon in north suburban Beach Park has been identified.