Today is Chicago Police Supt. Larry Snelling's last day on the job
Chicago Police Supt. Larry Snelling announced his retirement this month after 34 years of service.
Chicago Police Supt. Larry Snelling announced his retirement this month after 34 years of service.
US expands offensive with daytime strikes against Iran
The U.S. military launched another wave of strikes against Iran on Tuesday, continuing operations that resumed the previous evening. The daytime attacks marked an escalation in the campaign aimed at limiting Iran's ability to disrupt commercial shipping in the Strait of Hormuz.
The U.S. military launched another wave of strikes against Iran on Tuesday, continuing operations that resumed the previous evening. The daytime attacks marked an escalation in the campaign aimed at limiting Iran's ability to disrupt commercial shipping in the Strait of Hormuz.
Chicago man due in court in killing of boy at July 4 party
A Chicago man charged with killing 10-year-old Montana Weathers during a Fourth of July gathering in Gary is due back in court Wednesday. The boy's family is expected to attend.
A Chicago man charged with killing 10-year-old Montana Weathers during a Fourth of July gathering in Gary is due back in court Wednesday. The boy's family is expected to attend.
Fatal shootings prompt ICE policy changes
ICE has temporarily paused most vehicle stops while officials review two fatal officer-involved shootings in Texas and Maine, as protests grow and lawmakers call for a transparent investigation.
ICE has temporarily paused most vehicle stops while officials review two fatal officer-involved shootings in Texas and Maine, as protests grow and lawmakers call for a transparent investigation.
US launches 4th straight night of strikes on Iran as Trump issues new warning
The U.S. carried out a fourth straight night of strikes on Iran as President Donald Trump vowed more military action unless Iran returns to the negotiating table, while Iran threatened to target additional oil and gas export routes.
The U.S. carried out a fourth straight night of strikes on Iran as President Donald Trump vowed more military action unless Iran returns to the negotiating table, while Iran threatened to target additional oil and gas export routes.
SUV stolen from Chicago auto shop, suspects crash into several vehicles during getaway
Four suspects stole an SUV from a North Side auto shop, then crashed into multiple vehicles while trying to escape. One suspect is in custody.
Four suspects stole an SUV from a North Side auto shop, then crashed into multiple vehicles while trying to escape. One suspect is in custody.
Chickens on the loose: Indiana troopers round up flock after truck crash
Indiana troopers spent Tuesday rounding up loose chickens crossing the road after a truck crash on the toll road.
Indiana troopers spent Tuesday rounding up loose chickens crossing the road after a truck crash on the toll road.
Montana Weathers murder: Chicago man due in court Wednesday in killing of boy at July 4 party
A Chicago man charged with killing 10-year-old Montana Weathers during a Fourth of July gathering in Gary is due back in court Wednesday. The boy's family is expected to attend.
A Chicago man charged with killing 10-year-old Montana Weathers during a Fourth of July gathering in Gary is due back in court Wednesday. The boy's family is expected to attend.
Group steals SUV from Chicago auto shop, crashes into several vehicles during getaway
Four suspects stole an SUV from a North Side auto shop, then crashed into multiple vehicles while trying to escape. One suspect is in custody.
Four suspects stole an SUV from a North Side auto shop, then crashed into multiple vehicles while trying to escape. One suspect is in custody.
Chicago weather: Heat continues as wildfire smoke increases Thursday
The heat isn't going anywhere yet, but thicker wildfire smoke is expected to move into Chicagoland Thursday. Here's what to expect.
The heat isn't going anywhere yet, but thicker wildfire smoke is expected to move into Chicagoland Thursday. Here's what to expect.
Man fleeing ICE officers in Florida is struck and killed by tractor-trailer, police say
A man fleeing federal immigration authorities and other federal agents was struck and killed by a tractor-trailer on Tuesday, authorities said.
A man fleeing federal immigration authorities and other federal agents was struck and killed by a tractor-trailer on Tuesday, authorities said.
Munster considers data center zoning changes as residents push back
The town of Munster, Indiana is in a debate over the future of data centers.
The town of Munster, Indiana is in a debate over the future of data centers.
Munster considers data center zoning changes as residents push back
The town of Munster, Indiana is in a debate over the future of data centers.
The town of Munster, Indiana is in a debate over the future of data centers.
Two girls escape suspicious encounter near Forest View park, police say
Two young girls are safe after reporting a frightening encounter with a stranger near a west suburban park, and Forest View police are asking the public for help identifying the driver involved.
Two young girls are safe after reporting a frightening encounter with a stranger near a west suburban park, and Forest View police are asking the public for help identifying the driver involved.
Waukegan car show shooting: Suspect arrested, charged with attempted murder
A suspect is in custody after a man was shot during the Scoop Waukegan Car Show and Festival in downtown Waukegan over the weekend, authorities said.
A suspect is in custody after a man was shot during the Scoop Waukegan Car Show and Festival in downtown Waukegan over the weekend, authorities said.
Two girls escape suspicious encounter near Forest View park, police say
Two young girls are safe after reporting a frightening encounter with a stranger near a west suburban park, and Forest View police are asking the public for help identifying the driver involved.
Two young girls are safe after reporting a frightening encounter with a stranger near a west suburban park, and Forest View police are asking the public for help identifying the driver involved.
City Council blocks mayor's CHA picks, Carol Ammons investigation | The Chicago Report
The City Council blocked Mayor Brandon Johnson's CHA commissioner picks. And, Springfield is still making headlines after launching an investigation into the misconduct allegations against Rep. Carol Ammons. All this and more on "The Chicago Report.
The City Council blocked Mayor Brandon Johnson's CHA commissioner picks. And, Springfield is still making headlines after launching an investigation into the misconduct allegations against Rep. Carol Ammons. All this and more on "The Chicago Report.
Chicago plays key role as DOJ trade fraud crackdown tops $1 billion in recoveries, charges
Federal law enforcement gathered Tuesday to announce that the Department of Justice's Trade Fraud Task Force has surpassed $1 billion in civil and criminal recoveries, penalties, forfeitures and publicly charged losses since its launch in August 2025.
Federal law enforcement gathered Tuesday to announce that the Department of Justice's Trade Fraud Task Force has surpassed $1 billion in civil and criminal recoveries, penalties, forfeitures and publicly charged losses since its launch in August 2025.
Wildfire smoke could bring hazy skies to Chicago this week: Here's the timeline
The latest forecast guidance suggests the smoke could be especially thick across northern Illinois, including downtown Chicago.
The latest forecast guidance suggests the smoke could be especially thick across northern Illinois, including downtown Chicago.
Lincoln Memorial Reflecting Pool drained again for repairs after setbacks
The Lincoln Memorial Reflecting Pool has been completely drained as crew members initiate another round of repairs following months of persistent complications at the iconic National Mall landmark.
The Lincoln Memorial Reflecting Pool has been completely drained as crew members initiate another round of repairs following months of persistent complications at the iconic National Mall landmark.