Several parked vehicles found burning on Chicago's West Side
Multiple parked vehicles were found burning on Chicago's West Side early Friday morning, police said.
Multiple parked vehicles were found burning on Chicago's West Side early Friday morning, police said.
Chicago crime: 2 killed, 5 wounded in Back of the Yards mass shooting, police say
A mass shooting on Chicago's Southwest Side left two dead and five injured after gunmen opened fire on a crowd early Friday morning, police said.
A mass shooting on Chicago's Southwest Side left two dead and five injured after gunmen opened fire on a crowd early Friday morning, police said.
Chicago weather: Warm, muggy air brings increasing thunderstorm threat
Severe storms possible today, a drier weekend, and possible 90s next week. Here's what to expect.
Severe storms possible today, a drier weekend, and possible 90s next week. Here's what to expect.
I-290 in Cook County reopens after death investigation draws FBI, bomb squad response
Police, a bomb squad and federal agents responded Thursday to a death investigation on the Eisenhower Expressway, prompting the closure of Interstate 290 in both directions near Interstate 294 for about eight hours.
Police, a bomb squad and federal agents responded Thursday to a death investigation on the Eisenhower Expressway, prompting the closure of Interstate 290 in both directions near Interstate 294 for about eight hours.
Chicago braces for teen takeovers as school ends
We've been keeping an eye on a planned teen takeover that is supposed to take place tonight at Foster Beach for the last day of school. Local leaders say they're expecting thousands of teens both today and tomorrow. Leslie Moreno has been following this all day.
We've been keeping an eye on a planned teen takeover that is supposed to take place tonight at Foster Beach for the last day of school. Local leaders say they're expecting thousands of teens both today and tomorrow. Leslie Moreno has been following this all day.
Prayer service for Spencer Leak Jr.
Family and friends gathered to remember prominent Chicagoan Spencer Leak Jr. They held a virtual prayer service reflecting on his memory.
Family and friends gathered to remember prominent Chicagoan Spencer Leak Jr. They held a virtual prayer service reflecting on his memory.
Jim's Original Hot Dog Stand at center of public safety debate | The Chicago Report
A hot dog stand, is at the center of a public safety debate in Pilsen.
A hot dog stand, is at the center of a public safety debate in Pilsen.
Viral graduation split ends with diploma in hand for Chicago student
A graduation celebration that sparked nationwide debate has ended with a Chicago high school senior receiving the diploma she says she worked years to earn.
A graduation celebration that sparked nationwide debate has ended with a Chicago high school senior receiving the diploma she says she worked years to earn.
Chicago weather: Warmest stretch of 2026 continues with storm threat Friday
Chicago will see summerlike warmth and increasing humidity through the weekend, with multiple rounds of showers and thunderstorms Friday—including a risk for strong storms—followed by continued heat, muggy conditions and additional storm chances into next week.
Chicago will see summerlike warmth and increasing humidity through the weekend, with multiple rounds of showers and thunderstorms Friday—including a risk for strong storms—followed by continued heat, muggy conditions and additional storm chances into next week.
Convicted felon charged after loaded gun found at Naperville TopGolf: prosecutors
A previously convicted felon has been charged after a loaded gun in the parking lot of the Naperville TopGolf, according to DuPage County State’s Attorney.
A previously convicted felon has been charged after a loaded gun in the parking lot of the Naperville TopGolf, according to DuPage County State’s Attorney.
Chicago-area dentist accused of leaving patients without permanent teeth: 'I used Gorilla Glue'
Jenny, a domestic violence and cancer survivor, says she paid up to $40,000 to implant dentist Dr. Paul Petrungaro for full-mouth reconstruction but was left with years of painful temporary dentures and unfinished treatment.
Jenny, a domestic violence and cancer survivor, says she paid up to $40,000 to implant dentist Dr. Paul Petrungaro for full-mouth reconstruction but was left with years of painful temporary dentures and unfinished treatment.
Bomb squad responds to incident on I-290 in Cook County; fatality confirmed
Police, a bomb squad and federal agents are responding to an incident on the Eisenhower Expressway on Thursday, forcing the closure of I-290 in both directions near Interstate 294.
Police, a bomb squad and federal agents are responding to an incident on the Eisenhower Expressway on Thursday, forcing the closure of I-290 in both directions near Interstate 294.
Illinois lawmakers looking to regulate speed limits for e-bikes
There are concerns about the growing use of high speed electric bikes and scooters across the state. So state leaders are now pushing new legislation that they say is long overdue. Sylvia has the latest on a new bill waiting for the governor's signature.
There are concerns about the growing use of high speed electric bikes and scooters across the state. So state leaders are now pushing new legislation that they say is long overdue. Sylvia has the latest on a new bill waiting for the governor's signature.
High school senior who did split at graduation receives diploma
You probably remember the viral graduation split that sparked a nationwide debate and left a Chicago teen without the diploma she says she earned. After days of controversy, millions of views online, and a face-to-face meeting with her principal, Tyvion Campbell went back to school. Here's Tia Ewing with an update.
You probably remember the viral graduation split that sparked a nationwide debate and left a Chicago teen without the diploma she says she earned. After days of controversy, millions of views online, and a face-to-face meeting with her principal, Tyvion Campbell went back to school. Here's Tia Ewing with an update.
An alderman wants Chicago to become its own pharmacist
A Chatham Walgreens closed Thursday after more than 20 years, and the alderman who watched it happen wants the city of Chicago to step in where corporate pharmacy has stepped out.
A Chatham Walgreens closed Thursday after more than 20 years, and the alderman who watched it happen wants the city of Chicago to step in where corporate pharmacy has stepped out.
Pokémon GO Fest returns to Chicago this weekend
That music tells you what's coming. Pokemon Go Fest is about to start in Chicago. The craze is already on. Joanie Lum is live at the pop-up store where customers need a ticket to get in.
That music tells you what's coming. Pokemon Go Fest is about to start in Chicago. The craze is already on. Joanie Lum is live at the pop-up store where customers need a ticket to get in.
An alderman wants Chicago to become its own pharmacist
A Chatham Walgreens closed Thursday after more than 20 years, and the alderman who watched it happen wants the city of Chicago to step in where corporate pharmacy has stepped out.
A Chatham Walgreens closed Thursday after more than 20 years, and the alderman who watched it happen wants the city of Chicago to step in where corporate pharmacy has stepped out.
Chicago braces for large teen takeovers at Foster Beach
Chicago police are preparing for what could be another large youth gathering along the city’s lakefront as students across the area begin summer break.
Chicago police are preparing for what could be another large youth gathering along the city’s lakefront as students across the area begin summer break.
Chicago braces for teen takeovers at Foster Beach
Chicago police are getting ready for another big teen gathering, this time at Foster Beach. City leaders are warning residents to expect large crowds and a heavy police presence to match. Leslie Moreno has the details.
Chicago police are getting ready for another big teen gathering, this time at Foster Beach. City leaders are warning residents to expect large crowds and a heavy police presence to match. Leslie Moreno has the details.
Amazon employee killed in shooting at Melrose Park delivery station
An Amazon employee is dead after a shooting at a delivery station in the west suburbs this morning. Police are still searching for the shooter. Lauren Scafidi is live in Melrose Park.
An Amazon employee is dead after a shooting at a delivery station in the west suburbs this morning. Police are still searching for the shooter. Lauren Scafidi is live in Melrose Park.