Illinois congresswoman introduces 'Melt ICE Act' to dismantle immigration agency
Rep. Delia Ramirez introduced the “Melt ICE Act,” which would eliminate the Department of Homeland Security and defund ICE and its detention centers.
Rep. Delia Ramirez introduced the “Melt ICE Act,” which would eliminate the Department of Homeland Security and defund ICE and its detention centers.
Illinois man sentenced to 30 years for killing mother, family dog: prosecutors
An Illinois man convicted of killing his mother and the family dog has been sentenced to 30 years in prison, prosecutors said.
An Illinois man convicted of killing his mother and the family dog has been sentenced to 30 years in prison, prosecutors said.
How a Cook County K9 helps uncover hidden tech evidence in child exploitation cases
A micro SD card. A hidden camera. A Labrador named Boone. How Cook County’s first electronics detection dog is finding what investigators miss.
A micro SD card. A hidden camera. A Labrador named Boone. How Cook County’s first electronics detection dog is finding what investigators miss.
Labrador with a nose for tech helps uncover hidden evidence in child exploitation cases
A micro SD card. A hidden camera. A Labrador named Boone. How Cook County’s first electronics detection dog is finding what investigators miss.
A micro SD card. A hidden camera. A Labrador named Boone. How Cook County’s first electronics detection dog is finding what investigators miss.
9 students taken to hospital after mace sprayed inside Chicago elementary school: police
Several people were hospitalized after mace was sprayed inside a South Side elementary school Tuesday.
Several people were hospitalized after mace was sprayed inside a South Side elementary school Tuesday.
Chicago leaders move to tighten enforcement of Welcoming City Ordinance after Minneapolis killing
Chicago city leaders are moving to strengthen enforcement of the Welcoming City Ordinance following the killing of Alex Pretti in Minneapolis over the weekend.
Chicago city leaders are moving to strengthen enforcement of the Welcoming City Ordinance following the killing of Alex Pretti in Minneapolis over the weekend.
Illinois taking action as sexual assault survivors face ER delays
More than 400,000 people experience sexual violence in the U.S. each year, but many survivors face delays or are turned away from emergency rooms that lack specially trained nurses. A Unit 32 special report examines the nationwide shortage of Sexual Assault Nurse Examiners, the impact on survivors, and how new Illinois laws aim to improve access to timely, trauma-informed care.
More than 400,000 people experience sexual violence in the U.S. each year, but many survivors face delays or are turned away from emergency rooms that lack specially trained nurses. A Unit 32 special report examines the nationwide shortage of Sexual Assault Nurse Examiners, the impact on survivors, and how new Illinois laws aim to improve access to timely, trauma-informed care.
Chicago leaders push new enforcement powers for sanctuary city ordinance after Minneapolis tragedy
City alders advanced a proposal giving COPA authority to investigate police or officials who violate Chicago’s Welcoming City ordinance, a move leaders say is urgent following this past weekend’s events in Minneapolis.
City alders advanced a proposal giving COPA authority to investigate police or officials who violate Chicago’s Welcoming City ordinance, a move leaders say is urgent following this past weekend’s events in Minneapolis.
Antonio Porter to be released on electronic monitoring after 22 years
Antonio Porter is expected to be released from Cook County Jail following a judge's order, more than 20 years after his conviction for a 2002 murder.
Antonio Porter is expected to be released from Cook County Jail following a judge's order, more than 20 years after his conviction for a 2002 murder.
Suburban Chicago man asked neighbor to hangout, was turned down so he returned with a machete: sheriff
The Cook County sheriff says the man asked his neighbor to hangout but was turned down. He then allegedly returned to the neighbor's home with a machete.
The Cook County sheriff says the man asked his neighbor to hangout but was turned down. He then allegedly returned to the neighbor's home with a machete.
Brookfield Zoo polar bears reveal dangers in arctic drilling | ChicagoLIVE
Scientists at Brookfield Zoo are studying polar bear behaviors to help conserve the species in the wild.
Scientists at Brookfield Zoo are studying polar bear behaviors to help conserve the species in the wild.
Southwest Airlines introduces assigned seating | ChicagoLIVE
Southwest Airlines is shifting from its decades-long open seating model and flight attendants say the new system will make boarding smoother and safer.
Southwest Airlines is shifting from its decades-long open seating model and flight attendants say the new system will make boarding smoother and safer.
Illinois hotels step up in fight against human trafficking | ChicagoLIVE
Hotel employees across Illinois are training to recognize signs of human trafficking as part of a statewide prevention effort.
Hotel employees across Illinois are training to recognize signs of human trafficking as part of a statewide prevention effort.
Doomsday Clock moves to 85 seconds – here’s what scientists say it means for humanity | ChicagoLIVE
The iconic Doomsday Clock inches closer to midnight, with University of Chicago physicist Daniel Holz noting nuclear risks, climate crises, and disruptive tech as key factors behind the 85-second mark.
The iconic Doomsday Clock inches closer to midnight, with University of Chicago physicist Daniel Holz noting nuclear risks, climate crises, and disruptive tech as key factors behind the 85-second mark.
United Center to sell THC beverages – here’s what you need to know | ChicagoLIVE
Senorita and RYTHM THC-infused drinks will be available for adult purchase at the United Center in early February.
Senorita and RYTHM THC-infused drinks will be available for adult purchase at the United Center in early February.
Chicago weather: Bitter cold and strong winds
Cold sticks around all week, with lake-effect snow possible later.
Cold sticks around all week, with lake-effect snow possible later.
Kelly Rowland, Kaytranada to headline Chicago’s Forever Mine Music Festival
A new festival celebrating R&B and house music is coming to Chicago this spring.
A new festival celebrating R&B and house music is coming to Chicago this spring.
Chicago-area man arrested after loaded gun found during courthouse screening: sheriff
A convicted felon from Bolingbrook was arrested Tuesday after authorities said he attempted to bring a loaded handgun into the Will County Courthouse.
A convicted felon from Bolingbrook was arrested Tuesday after authorities said he attempted to bring a loaded handgun into the Will County Courthouse.
Suburban Chicago man arrested after alleged violent encounter with federal immigration agents
A suburban Chicago man was arrested after federal immigration agents say he rammed their vehicle on Tuesday morning.
A suburban Chicago man was arrested after federal immigration agents say he rammed their vehicle on Tuesday morning.
Man, 19, charged after pregnant woman killed in Downers Grove apartment fire: officials
A 19-year-old man is facing charges in connection with an apartment fire in Downers Grove that killed a pregnant woman Monday evening.
A 19-year-old man is facing charges in connection with an apartment fire in Downers Grove that killed a pregnant woman Monday evening.