Susana Mendoza announces run for Chicago mayor in 2027
Illinois Comptroller Susana Mendoza announced on Wednesday she will again run for mayor of Chicago in next year’s election.
Illinois Comptroller Susana Mendoza announced on Wednesday she will again run for mayor of Chicago in next year’s election.
Police in Chicago suburb search for catalytic converter theft suspect after I-290 chase
Police in Chicago's west suburbs are searching for a theft suspect who fled on foot after a chase on I-290 early Wednesday morning.
Police in Chicago's west suburbs are searching for a theft suspect who fled on foot after a chase on I-290 early Wednesday morning.
Warm, dry weather continues across Chicagoland before rain chances return
Sunshine, low 80s and very dry air make for another beautiful day across Chicagoland. Here's when rain returns.
Sunshine, low 80s and very dry air make for another beautiful day across Chicagoland. Here's when rain returns.
Mixed messages? Lawmakers say Bears strategy helped kill megaprojects bill
There are questions about whom to blame for why the Megaprojects Bill failed in the Illinois Legislature during the spring session.
There are questions about whom to blame for why the Megaprojects Bill failed in the Illinois Legislature during the spring session.
Support group surprises 55 Chicago-area mothers with portraits of children lost to gun violence
A support group for Chicago-area mothers who have lost children to gun violence surprised 55 mothers with original portraits of their deceased loved ones.
A support group for Chicago-area mothers who have lost children to gun violence surprised 55 mothers with original portraits of their deceased loved ones.
Albany Park community demands answers after reported ICE detention
Community members in Albany Park are demanding answers after witnesses reported a federal immigration enforcement operation that ended with a man being detained Tuesday morning.
Community members in Albany Park are demanding answers after witnesses reported a federal immigration enforcement operation that ended with a man being detained Tuesday morning.
Albany Park community demands answers after ICE detention
Community members in Albany Park are demanding answers after witnesses reported a federal immigration enforcement operation that ended with a man being detained Tuesday morning.
Community members in Albany Park are demanding answers after witnesses reported a federal immigration enforcement operation that ended with a man being detained Tuesday morning.
Support group surprises 55 Chicago-area mothers with portraits of children lost to gun violence
A support group for Chicago-area mothers who have lost children to gun violence surprised 55 mothers with original portraits of their deceased loved ones.
A support group for Chicago-area mothers who have lost children to gun violence surprised 55 mothers with original portraits of their deceased loved ones.
My Brother's Keeper March set for June 13th | The Chicago Report
A powerful call to action is coming to Chicago ahead of the summer months.
A powerful call to action is coming to Chicago ahead of the summer months.
New program offers up to $70K for Chicago homebuyers | The Chicago Report
Chicago is launching a new program to help residents become homeowners. Up to 400 people could receive $70,000 for down payments and closing costs.
Chicago is launching a new program to help residents become homeowners. Up to 400 people could receive $70,000 for down payments and closing costs.
Illinois budget renews fight over school funding | The Chicago Report
One day since the General Assembly passed the 2027 budget, and there's more than one group weighing in with their take on it. Some with high praise and others not happy about the outcome.
One day since the General Assembly passed the 2027 budget, and there's more than one group weighing in with their take on it. Some with high praise and others not happy about the outcome.
Chicago cop killing suspect sent back to jail by judge who previously freed him under SAFE-T Act
The accused killer of a Chicago police officer was ordered back into custody Tuesday in a separate carjacking case, after the same judge came under fire for releasing the seven-time convicted felon on electronic monitoring before the alleged murder.
The accused killer of a Chicago police officer was ordered back into custody Tuesday in a separate carjacking case, after the same judge came under fire for releasing the seven-time convicted felon on electronic monitoring before the alleged murder.
Chicago residents on alert after reported ICE detention sparks concern
Community members and local officials are raising concerns after a man was reportedly detained by federal immigration agents in Albany Park, prompting neighborhood patrols and calls for residents to stay informed.
Community members and local officials are raising concerns after a man was reportedly detained by federal immigration agents in Albany Park, prompting neighborhood patrols and calls for residents to stay informed.
Dolton homeowner shocked by nearly $4,300 water bill; village says bills were estimated for years
A Dolton homeowner says she was shocked to receive a water bill for more than $4,200 – an amount she says is far beyond her normal quarterly charges and impossible for her to pay.
A Dolton homeowner says she was shocked to receive a water bill for more than $4,200 – an amount she says is far beyond her normal quarterly charges and impossible for her to pay.
Dolton homeowner shocked by nearly $4,300 water bill; village says bills were estimated for years
A Dolton homeowner says she was shocked to receive a water bill for more than $4,200 – an amount she says is far beyond her normal quarterly charges and impossible for her to pay.
A Dolton homeowner says she was shocked to receive a water bill for more than $4,200 – an amount she says is far beyond her normal quarterly charges and impossible for her to pay.
Naperville teen takeover leads to 9 arrests
Nine people were arrested and nearly three dozen citations were issued after large groups of mostly teens gathered in downtown Naperville on Monday evening.
Nine people were arrested and nearly three dozen citations were issued after large groups of mostly teens gathered in downtown Naperville on Monday evening.
Mothers honored for turning grief into support after losing a child
Dozens of mothers who have experienced the loss of a child are being recognized in Oak Lawn for helping other families heal while navigating their own grief.
Dozens of mothers who have experienced the loss of a child are being recognized in Oak Lawn for helping other families heal while navigating their own grief.
Bears left waiting as stadium plan stalls. Who’s to blame?
The 'megaprojects' bill didn't make it through either chamber this session. Now the question is, how much did the Bears factor in?
The 'megaprojects' bill didn't make it through either chamber this session. Now the question is, how much did the Bears factor in?
How YouTube creators are transforming the movie business | ChicagoLIVE
The future of movie theaters may be arriving through YouTube. Viral creators are turning online audiences into box office crowds, with Gen Z leading the charge.
The future of movie theaters may be arriving through YouTube. Viral creators are turning online audiences into box office crowds, with Gen Z leading the charge.
Body found in pond during search for missing Aurora woman
An investigation has been launched after a dead person was found Monday evening in a retention pond during a search for a missing woman in Aurora.
An investigation has been launched after a dead person was found Monday evening in a retention pond during a search for a missing woman in Aurora.



















