Why are flags at half-staff today in the US? What to know
Flags are flying at half-staff across the country today in honor of Peace Officers Memorial Day, which recognizes law enforcement officers who died in the line of duty.
Flags are flying at half-staff across the country today in honor of Peace Officers Memorial Day, which recognizes law enforcement officers who died in the line of duty.
Illinois lawmakers push plan aimed at lowering soaring car insurance costs
State Sen. Ram Villivalam discusses a proposed measure designed to address rising auto insurance rates in Illinois and expand coverage for more drivers.
State Sen. Ram Villivalam discusses a proposed measure designed to address rising auto insurance rates in Illinois and expand coverage for more drivers.
Chicago police seek driver in West Side hit-and-run that seriously injured pedestrian
Chicago police are searching for the driver involved in a hit-and-run crash that seriously injured a pedestrian in East Garfield Park.
Chicago police are searching for the driver involved in a hit-and-run crash that seriously injured a pedestrian in East Garfield Park.
Trump says China wants Strait of Hormuz reopened, opposes tolls
During his two-day summit in China, President Trump met with Chinese President Xi who relayed to him his opposition to Iran's tolls at the Strait of Hormuz. China also agreed the waterway should be reopened "as soon as possible."
During his two-day summit in China, President Trump met with Chinese President Xi who relayed to him his opposition to Iran's tolls at the Strait of Hormuz. China also agreed the waterway should be reopened "as soon as possible."
Nearly 1 in 12 defendants on ankle monitors in Chicago have gone AWOL, authorities say
Nearly 1 in 12 criminal defendants released pre-trial on ankle monitors in Chicago have gone AWOL, and authorities have no idea where they are, even as some in the program allegedly go on to commit violent crimes.
Nearly 1 in 12 criminal defendants released pre-trial on ankle monitors in Chicago have gone AWOL, and authorities have no idea where they are, even as some in the program allegedly go on to commit violent crimes.
Chicago man busted with stolen gun, drugs during CTA arrest: police
A Chicago man is facing charges after he was found with a loaded stolen gun and an assortment of drugs earlier this week on a CTA train.
A Chicago man is facing charges after he was found with a loaded stolen gun and an assortment of drugs earlier this week on a CTA train.
Loop stabbing leaves man seriously wounded, 1 in custody
A man is in custody after allegedly stabbing and seriously wounding another man Thursday night in the Loop.
A man is in custody after allegedly stabbing and seriously wounding another man Thursday night in the Loop.
Chicago crime: Man, 35, killed in West Side shooting
A man was shot and killed early Friday morning in Chicago's Austin neighborhood.
A man was shot and killed early Friday morning in Chicago's Austin neighborhood.
Deadly crash marks 3rd hit-and-run in Chicago this week
A man was killed in a hit-and-run crash on Thursday night in Chicago's Gresham neighborhood.
A man was killed in a hit-and-run crash on Thursday night in Chicago's Gresham neighborhood.
Chicago weather: Warm and breezy Friday ahead of hot weekend temperatures
Unseasonably warm temperatures in the 80s will take over Chicago through early next week with several chances for showers and thunderstorms.
Unseasonably warm temperatures in the 80s will take over Chicago through early next week with several chances for showers and thunderstorms.
Chicago weather: Temperatures climb into 80s before potential severe storms
Temperatures are expected to climb well above average this weekend, with highs reaching the 80s across the Chicago area, though several rounds of showers and thunderstorms could bring wet conditions at times.
Temperatures are expected to climb well above average this weekend, with highs reaching the 80s across the Chicago area, though several rounds of showers and thunderstorms could bring wet conditions at times.
Parents say prom designer left them empty-handed
A prom dress designer in Humbodlt Park took deposits and even full payments, but didn't deliver dresses or tuxedos. Tia Ewing tells us how heartbroken parents are scrambling to save prom night for their teens.
A prom dress designer in Humbodlt Park took deposits and even full payments, but didn't deliver dresses or tuxedos. Tia Ewing tells us how heartbroken parents are scrambling to save prom night for their teens.
SNAP benefit changes creating 'ripple effect' for local grocery stores
Leaders at Living Fresh Market in Forest Park say recent SNAP benefit changes are creating growing fear and uncertainty for families already struggling with rising food costs.
Leaders at Living Fresh Market in Forest Park say recent SNAP benefit changes are creating growing fear and uncertainty for families already struggling with rising food costs.
Chicago mother says her 12-year-old son was almost kidnapped
A mother is speaking out tonight after she says her son was almost kidnapped on city's East Side on Mother's Day weekend and part of the encounter was caught on camera. Leslie Moreno joins us live where it happened with that mother's warning for other families.
A mother is speaking out tonight after she says her son was almost kidnapped on city's East Side on Mother's Day weekend and part of the encounter was caught on camera. Leslie Moreno joins us live where it happened with that mother's warning for other families.
Veteran Chicago Fire Department member dies during training exercise, officials say
A Chicago Fire Department member died Thursday during a training exercise, department officials said.
A Chicago Fire Department member died Thursday during a training exercise, department officials said.
Joliet man charged with murder after calling 911 on himself: police
An argument led to a fatal shooting in Joliet on Friday and the gunman calling 911 before being arrested, police said.
An argument led to a fatal shooting in Joliet on Friday and the gunman calling 911 before being arrested, police said.
Chicago mother says 12-year-old son helped by stranger in attempted abduction
A Chicago mother is speaking out after she says her 12-year-old son was nearly kidnapped on the city’s East Side over Mother’s Day weekend.
A Chicago mother is speaking out after she says her 12-year-old son was nearly kidnapped on the city’s East Side over Mother’s Day weekend.
Procession held for CFD member who died in training exercise
A procession was held for a CFD member who died Thursday during a training exercise.
A procession was held for a CFD member who died Thursday during a training exercise.
Procession held for CFD member who died during training exercise
A procession was held Thursday for a CFD member who died during a training exercise.
A procession was held Thursday for a CFD member who died during a training exercise.
SNAP benefit changes creating 'ripple effect' for local grocery stores
Leaders at Living Fresh Market in Forest Park say recent SNAP benefit changes are creating growing fear and uncertainty for families already struggling with rising food costs.
Leaders at Living Fresh Market in Forest Park say recent SNAP benefit changes are creating growing fear and uncertainty for families already struggling with rising food costs.