Johnson invites Pope Leo to Chicago, gifts him local gear and more | See the full list
From White Sox apparel to local honey, Mayor Brandon Johnson delivered a distinctly Chicago collection of gifts to Pope Leo XIV at the Vatican on Thursday.
From White Sox apparel to local honey, Mayor Brandon Johnson delivered a distinctly Chicago collection of gifts to Pope Leo XIV at the Vatican on Thursday.
Chicago weather: Warm sunshine continues as beach hazards develop
Sunny, warm weather will continue across the Chicago area into next week, though beach hazards and rip currents are expected along Lake Michigan on Saturday.
Sunny, warm weather will continue across the Chicago area into next week, though beach hazards and rip currents are expected along Lake Michigan on Saturday.
Two dead after head-on crash in Kane County: officials
Two people are dead after a two-car crash on Thursday, according to Huntley Fire Protection District.
Two people are dead after a two-car crash on Thursday, according to Huntley Fire Protection District.
Employees demand pay after Birth Center of Chicago closes unexpectedly
Patients showed up for appointments. Employees expected paychecks. Instead, workers say they found silence. Tia Ewing has more on the unanswered questions surrounding the collapse of the Birth Center of Chicago.
Patients showed up for appointments. Employees expected paychecks. Instead, workers say they found silence. Tia Ewing has more on the unanswered questions surrounding the collapse of the Birth Center of Chicago.
Family speaks after guilty verdict in 2003 murder of Aurora mother
A candle still burning. A young mother gone. And now, a case that went cold has a conviction. But as Lauren Scafidi explains the victim's family says it's not over yet.
A candle still burning. A young mother gone. And now, a case that went cold has a conviction. But as Lauren Scafidi explains the victim's family says it's not over yet.
Still unclear what will happen with Illinois megaprojects bill to keep the Bears
There are now only three days left of the Illinois legislative session. And you may be wondering whether the megaprojects bill - tied to the Chicago Bears -- will pass before Sunday. Bret Buganski shows you why there is still uncertainty.
There are now only three days left of the Illinois legislative session. And you may be wondering whether the megaprojects bill - tied to the Chicago Bears -- will pass before Sunday. Bret Buganski shows you why there is still uncertainty.
One person dead after shooting involving FBI in Chicago
The FBI is involved in a deadly shooting on the West Side. One person is dead. Police are still on the scene. Joanie Lum is live.
The FBI is involved in a deadly shooting on the West Side. One person is dead. Police are still on the scene. Joanie Lum is live.
Man dies after setting fire that spread to 3 buildings in Gage Park: police
A man is dead after allegedly setting a fire that spread to three buildings Thursday evening in Chicago's Gage Park neighborhood on the Southwest Side.
A man is dead after allegedly setting a fire that spread to three buildings Thursday evening in Chicago's Gage Park neighborhood on the Southwest Side.
Splitting Illinois into two states, movement on Bears' stadium bill? | The Chicago Report
A local group wants to separate Illinois into two states, and it's gaining support. And, what is happening during legislative session in Springfield? All this and more, on The Chicago Report.
A local group wants to separate Illinois into two states, and it's gaining support. And, what is happening during legislative session in Springfield? All this and more, on The Chicago Report.
Migrant arrivals linked to homelessness spike | The Chicago Report
A new UIC report finds Latino homelessness in Illinois is on the rise. It brings up two factors -- a migrant influx and a lack of housing. But, the problem is bigger than it looks on the surface.
A new UIC report finds Latino homelessness in Illinois is on the rise. It brings up two factors -- a migrant influx and a lack of housing. But, the problem is bigger than it looks on the surface.
Senate Dems introduce housing legislation package | The Chicago Report
Senate Democrats came out with surprise legislation when it comes to housing in Illinois. There's eight bills and three days left in session. Here's what we know.
Senate Democrats came out with surprise legislation when it comes to housing in Illinois. There's eight bills and three days left in session. Here's what we know.
Group wants to split Illinois into two states | The Chicago Report
Some want to split Illinois into two states and it's gaining traction beyond rural counties. In fact, it's reached the Chicago suburbs.
Some want to split Illinois into two states and it's gaining traction beyond rural counties. In fact, it's reached the Chicago suburbs.
Chicago weather: Sunny skies, comfortable temps stick around
Chicago will see several days of sunny, warm and mostly dry weather with highs near 80 through next week, though drought concerns continue to grow across the area.
Chicago will see several days of sunny, warm and mostly dry weather with highs near 80 through next week, though drought concerns continue to grow across the area.
Palos Hills man charged in sexual assault after concert at Aragon Ballroom: officials
A Palos Hills man has been charged after he sexually assaulted a woman he met at a concert, according to the Cook County Sheriff's Office.
A Palos Hills man has been charged after he sexually assaulted a woman he met at a concert, according to the Cook County Sheriff's Office.
FBI investigating agent-involved shooting
Something serious happened on the West Side. The FBI is investigating after federal agents shot someone in Garfield Park.
Something serious happened on the West Side. The FBI is investigating after federal agents shot someone in Garfield Park.
Joliet teen charged with murder of teen in fatal apartment stabbing: police
A 17-year-old boy has been charged in the stabbing death of another 17-year-old boy earlier this month, according to Joliet police.
A 17-year-old boy has been charged in the stabbing death of another 17-year-old boy earlier this month, according to Joliet police.
Employees claim missed paychecks after sudden closure of Birth Center of Chicago
Former employees at the Birth Center of Chicago say they were blindsided after the facility abruptly shut down operations, leaving workers without answers — and, they claim, without pay.
Former employees at the Birth Center of Chicago say they were blindsided after the facility abruptly shut down operations, leaving workers without answers — and, they claim, without pay.
Employees demand pay after Birth Center of Chicago closes unexpectedly
Imagine showing up for your appointment or expecting your paycheck and getting nothing but silence. That’s what patients and employees at Birth Center of Chicago faced when the place shut down without warning. Tia Ewing is looking into how it all fell apart.
Imagine showing up for your appointment or expecting your paycheck and getting nothing but silence. That’s what patients and employees at Birth Center of Chicago faced when the place shut down without warning. Tia Ewing is looking into how it all fell apart.
Fatal shooting involving FBI agent under investigation on West Side: officials
A deadly shooting involving an FBI agent is under investigation on Chicago’s West Side, authorities said.
A deadly shooting involving an FBI agent is under investigation on Chicago’s West Side, authorities said.
Megaprojects bill is going through changes to keep Bears in Illinois
Springfield is cutting it close. The legislative session ends Sunday and we still don’t know if the megaprojects bill, the one with tied to the Bears, is getting through or not. Bret Buganski is watching every turn as the deadline gets closer.
Springfield is cutting it close. The legislative session ends Sunday and we still don’t know if the megaprojects bill, the one with tied to the Bears, is getting through or not. Bret Buganski is watching every turn as the deadline gets closer.