Cook County court weighs special prosecutor request tied to Operation Midway Blitz
A Cook County judge is considering whether a special prosecutor should be appointed to investigate alleged misconduct in "Operation Midway Blitz."
A Cook County judge is considering whether a special prosecutor should be appointed to investigate alleged misconduct in "Operation Midway Blitz."
Oak Brook teen caused deadly crash, sped over 100 mph, prosecutors allege
A 17-year-old boy was charged in connection with a west suburban crash that killed a couple back in March.
A 17-year-old boy was charged in connection with a west suburban crash that killed a couple back in March.
Chicago police car rammed during street takeover
Two street takeovers, days apart, in different parts of Chicago. Here's what police are saying and what videos posted to social media are showing.
Two street takeovers, days apart, in different parts of Chicago. Here's what police are saying and what videos posted to social media are showing.
After-prom party shooting leaves Michigan City student dead, 2 injured
A Michigan City High School student was killed and two others were seriously hurt in a shooting at an after-prom party in Northwest Indiana. Investigators are still searching for the shooter as the community mourns and a reward is offered for information.
A Michigan City High School student was killed and two others were seriously hurt in a shooting at an after-prom party in Northwest Indiana. Investigators are still searching for the shooter as the community mourns and a reward is offered for information.
Iowa mass shooting suspect captured at metro Atlanta hotel
Federal agents captured a teenager wanted for a mass shooting in Iowa at a hotel in Forest Park on Monday morning.
Federal agents captured a teenager wanted for a mass shooting in Iowa at a hotel in Forest Park on Monday morning.
Suburban Chicago woman accused of high-speed chase, biting officer held in custody
A suburban Chicago woman accused of leading police on a high-speed chase and biting an officer during her arrest will be held in custody until her next court date, prosecutors said.
A suburban Chicago woman accused of leading police on a high-speed chase and biting an officer during her arrest will be held in custody until her next court date, prosecutors said.
Prom night celebration turns deadly in Porter County shooting | ChicagoLIVE
A community in northwest Indiana is mourning after a shooting at an after-prom gathering left one teen dead and two others injured.
A community in northwest Indiana is mourning after a shooting at an after-prom gathering left one teen dead and two others injured.
Hantavirus risk in Illinois is ‘very low,’ state health officials say
As Americans on the ship that saw a hantavirus outbreak return home, the risk locally remains low, according to the IDPH.
As Americans on the ship that saw a hantavirus outbreak return home, the risk locally remains low, according to the IDPH.
Twin Towers in Chicago? Engineer proposes massive tech complex | ChicagoLIVE
Raphael Chryslar is proposing a futuristic Chicago campus inspired by New York’s original Twin Towers – complete with data centers, STEM labs and high-tech security systems.
Raphael Chryslar is proposing a futuristic Chicago campus inspired by New York’s original Twin Towers – complete with data centers, STEM labs and high-tech security systems.
Why many Americans are still priced out of the housing market | ChicagoLIVE
Mark Hamrick explains why many Americans are still struggling to buy homes despite signs that affordability may be slowly improving.
Mark Hamrick explains why many Americans are still struggling to buy homes despite signs that affordability may be slowly improving.
Airline fuel crisis could mean pricier vacations and canceled flights | ChicagoLIVE
An aviation expert says global jet fuel shortages are forcing airlines to cut flights and raise fares as travel season ramps up.
An aviation expert says global jet fuel shortages are forcing airlines to cut flights and raise fares as travel season ramps up.
Jim’s Original announces move after 85 years near Maxwell Street: 'Bittersweet'
Jim's Original, a longtime Chicago staple, is moving from University Village to a new location this fall.
Jim's Original, a longtime Chicago staple, is moving from University Village to a new location this fall.
Route 66 at 100: A look back at the iconic highway
Route 66 is turning 100 this year. Built in 1926 to help travelers head west, the highway runs from Chicago to Santa Monica, California. Chelsea Torres reports on the route’s historic legacy and what it looks like today.
Route 66 is turning 100 this year. Built in 1926 to help travelers head west, the highway runs from Chicago to Santa Monica, California. Chelsea Torres reports on the route’s historic legacy and what it looks like today.
Advocacy groups push for oversight as data center growth expands in Joliet
Isabela Jaimes with GreenLatinos discusses concerns over rapid data center expansion in Joliet, including environmental impact, community input and job creation.
Isabela Jaimes with GreenLatinos discusses concerns over rapid data center expansion in Joliet, including environmental impact, community input and job creation.
Ruling postponed on whether special prosecutor will investigate Operation Midway Blitz
Attorneys are asking a Cook County judge to appoint a special prosecutor to investigate alleged misconduct by federal agents during Operation Midway Blitz.
Attorneys are asking a Cook County judge to appoint a special prosecutor to investigate alleged misconduct by federal agents during Operation Midway Blitz.
Chicago man rows 1,700 miles alone at sea for mental health awareness | ChicagoNOW
After weeks alone at sea, Chris Barbin is sharing how his journey helped raise funds for mental health and addiction recovery efforts.
After weeks alone at sea, Chris Barbin is sharing how his journey helped raise funds for mental health and addiction recovery efforts.
Large pothole on I-80 prompts emergency lane closure; repairs may extend into early Tuesday
A lane of Interstate 80 has been closed for emergency repairs of a large pothole, prompting a bottleneck of the expressway in Joliet.
A lane of Interstate 80 has been closed for emergency repairs of a large pothole, prompting a bottleneck of the expressway in Joliet.
Smash-and-grab caught on camera at Chicago cannabis store, suspects on the run
Chicago police are searching for a group of suspects caught on camera smashing their way into a South Loop cannabis store early Monday. (Video credit: Grasshopper Club)
Chicago police are searching for a group of suspects caught on camera smashing their way into a South Loop cannabis store early Monday. (Video credit: Grasshopper Club)
Large pothole on I-80 prompts emergency lane closure
A lane of Interstate 80 has been closed for emergency repairs of a large pothole, prompting a bottleneck on the expressway.
A lane of Interstate 80 has been closed for emergency repairs of a large pothole, prompting a bottleneck on the expressway.
Was Portnoy’s 7.2 fair at 50+ year Chicago pizza spot La Villa? | Second Bite
After Dave Portnoy gave La Villa a 7.2, we went back to the Old Irving Park staple to see what happened next. But this story is bigger than a score. La Villa has been a family-run Chicago institution for more than 50 years, built by generations and still using original ovens and homemade recipes passed down over time. In this episode of Second Bite Pizza Review, we sit down with owner Christina to hear her reaction, step inside the kitchen and learn what makes this neighborhood favorite so special. Is the score fair… or is there more to the story?
After Dave Portnoy gave La Villa a 7.2, we went back to the Old Irving Park staple to see what happened next. But this story is bigger than a score. La Villa has been a family-run Chicago institution for more than 50 years, built by generations and still using original ovens and homemade recipes passed down over time. In this episode of Second Bite Pizza Review, we sit down with owner Christina to hear her reaction, step inside the kitchen and learn what makes this neighborhood favorite so special. Is the score fair… or is there more to the story?