Read Dunning Memorial Park | Monument Moment
If you live on Chicago's Northwest Side you're probably familiar with the dunning neighborhood, which now looks like any other part of the city. But more than 150 years ago, the area was home to Cook County's first social service institutions and a legacy of illness, poverty and neglect. In tonight's Monument Moment, we look at that history and a park dedicated to the thousands of nameless souls still buried there.
If you live on Chicago's Northwest Side you're probably familiar with the dunning neighborhood, which now looks like any other part of the city. But more than 150 years ago, the area was home to Cook County's first social service institutions and a legacy of illness, poverty and neglect. In tonight's Monument Moment, we look at that history and a park dedicated to the thousands of nameless souls still buried there.
Hoffman Estates Police K9 Ajax returns to duty after injury
A Hoffman Estates Police Department K9 Ajax has returned to duty after treatment for a mouth injury, according to police.
A Hoffman Estates Police Department K9 Ajax has returned to duty after treatment for a mouth injury, according to police.
1 in custody, 1 at large in BNSF theft investigation
An attempted train robbery led to a police chase on I-55.
An attempted train robbery led to a police chase on I-55.
2 meningitis deaths reported in Chicago this month
An alarming update from Chicago health officials. The Chicago Department of Public Health has reported seven cases of meningitis since January 15. And two people have died.
An alarming update from Chicago health officials. The Chicago Department of Public Health has reported seven cases of meningitis since January 15. And two people have died.
Partial government shutdown underway
A partial government shutdown is underway. It began at midnight after the deadline passed for a funding deal to be approved by the house. This happening despite the fact that the senate approved a spending bill last night. Madeleine Rivera has more from Washington.
A partial government shutdown is underway. It began at midnight after the deadline passed for a funding deal to be approved by the house. This happening despite the fact that the senate approved a spending bill last night. Madeleine Rivera has more from Washington.
Mayor Johnson signs ICE executive order
Chicago has become the first major city in the country to put ICE and Homeland Security on notice that they could be investigated by police. Mayor Brandon Johnson signing an executive order at City Hall today that could pit local law enforcement against federal law enforcement.
Chicago has become the first major city in the country to put ICE and Homeland Security on notice that they could be investigated by police. Mayor Brandon Johnson signing an executive order at City Hall today that could pit local law enforcement against federal law enforcement.
2 injured in CTA bus shooting
Police are investigating a shooting on a CTA bus that landed two teenagers in the hospital.
Police are investigating a shooting on a CTA bus that landed two teenagers in the hospital.
Nearly 100-year-old Chicago candy company files for bankruptcy amid rising costs, heavy debt: report
A nearly century-old Chicago candy maker has filed for bankruptcy as rising costs and heavy debt pressure its business.
A nearly century-old Chicago candy maker has filed for bankruptcy as rising costs and heavy debt pressure its business.
Two teens shot during fight on CTA bus in Humboldt Park: police
A verbal altercation on a CTA bus turned physical, injuring two teens on Saturday in Humboldt Park, according to police.
A verbal altercation on a CTA bus turned physical, injuring two teens on Saturday in Humboldt Park, according to police.
Glenview man charged after undercover child solicitation operation: officials
A Glenview man has been charged with indecent solicitation of a child, after an undercover operation, according to Lake County Sheriff's Office.
A Glenview man has been charged with indecent solicitation of a child, after an undercover operation, according to Lake County Sheriff's Office.
31 men arrested in January human trafficking operations in Cook County: officials
Investigators arrested 31 male suspects in January in connection with human trafficking, according to the Cook County Sheriff's Office.
Investigators arrested 31 male suspects in January in connection with human trafficking, according to the Cook County Sheriff's Office.
Suspect in custody, another at large after BNSF theft investigation: officials
One suspect of a BNSF theft is in custody, while another remains on the loose on Saturday, according to Will County Sheriff's Office.
One suspect of a BNSF theft is in custody, while another remains on the loose on Saturday, according to Will County Sheriff's Office.
Penguine Plunge Winter Festival raises money for Make-A-Wish
Several brave souls will take the polar plunge in Ottawa to raise money for Make-A-Wish which benefits children with critical illnesses.
Several brave souls will take the polar plunge in Ottawa to raise money for Make-A-Wish which benefits children with critical illnesses.
Chicago puppet festival provides fun from around the world | Chicago Live
The Chicago International Puppet Theater Festival begins this month and provides fun for families and people of all ages.
The Chicago International Puppet Theater Festival begins this month and provides fun for families and people of all ages.
Chicago mayor orders CPD to document illegal activity by immigration agents
A new executive order directs Chicago police to preserve evidence of alleged illegal activity by federal immigration agents.
A new executive order directs Chicago police to preserve evidence of alleged illegal activity by federal immigration agents.
Free meal giveaway on Chicago's South Side | Chicago Live
Residents on Chicago's South Side will be able to benefit from a free hot meal giveaway thanks to multiple organizations.
Residents on Chicago's South Side will be able to benefit from a free hot meal giveaway thanks to multiple organizations.
Lake Geneva Winterfest features snow sculpting competition
Jake and Mark check in on the snow sculpting competition out at the Lake Geneva Winterfest.
Jake and Mark check in on the snow sculpting competition out at the Lake Geneva Winterfest.
Cider Summit returns to Chicago's Navy Pier
Chicago's Cider Summit returns this weekend to Navy Pier for its 12th annual event.
Chicago's Cider Summit returns this weekend to Navy Pier for its 12th annual event.
7 meningitis cases reported in Chicago this month, including 2 deaths
There have been seven cases of meningococcal disease reported in Chicago since Jan. 15, including two deaths, according to health officials.
There have been seven cases of meningococcal disease reported in Chicago since Jan. 15, including two deaths, according to health officials.
Chicago weather: More lake effect snow for parts of the area
More lake effect snow is expected throughout the day, but only for parts of the Chicago area.
More lake effect snow is expected throughout the day, but only for parts of the Chicago area.