Iran latest: CENTCOM says no vessels have made it past US forces blockade of Strait of Hormuz
President Donald Trump suggested the end of the Iran war may be in sight in new interview as the blockade of Iranian ports continues. No ships have made it past U.S. forces.
President Donald Trump suggested the end of the Iran war may be in sight in new interview as the blockade of Iranian ports continues. No ships have made it past U.S. forces.
Family seeks justice in unsolved killing of Chicago basketball star Marquise Pryor
The family of Chicago basketball standout Marquise Pryor is still seeking justice after his 2022 murder remains unsolved despite a known person of interest.
The family of Chicago basketball standout Marquise Pryor is still seeking justice after his 2022 murder remains unsolved despite a known person of interest.
Live updates: Strong storms move through Chicago area
Another round of severe storms could hit the Chicago area today. Here's what to expect.
Another round of severe storms could hit the Chicago area today. Here's what to expect.
Chicago piping plovers return to Montrose Beach as Imani and Pippin search for mates
Chicago’s piping plovers have returned to Montrose Beach for the spring, with Imani and Pippin back and searching for mates as the seasonal nesting period begins.
Chicago’s piping plovers have returned to Montrose Beach for the spring, with Imani and Pippin back and searching for mates as the seasonal nesting period begins.
California woman served 14 drinks on Carnival cruise wins lawsuit after fall
A federal jury in Florida has found the cruise line company Carnival liable for injuries sustained by a woman who fell while heavily intoxicated aboard one of its cruises. The woman also alleged that a crewmember’s false statement prevented her from investigating whether she had been sexually assaulted.
A federal jury in Florida has found the cruise line company Carnival liable for injuries sustained by a woman who fell while heavily intoxicated aboard one of its cruises. The woman also alleged that a crewmember’s false statement prevented her from investigating whether she had been sexually assaulted.
Singer leading Jackie Robinson festivities collapses before White Sox game against Rays
A singer leading the “Jackie Robinson Day" festivities before the Chicago White Sox’s game against the Tampa Bay Rays on Wednesday night collapsed and was taken to a hospital.
A singer leading the “Jackie Robinson Day" festivities before the Chicago White Sox’s game against the Tampa Bay Rays on Wednesday night collapsed and was taken to a hospital.
Teen girls in custody after attacking Cook County sheriff’s officers, police say
Two teenage girls are in custody after battering Cook County sheriff’s officers responding to a call of gunfire Wednesday on the South Side, according to Chicago police.
Two teenage girls are in custody after battering Cook County sheriff’s officers responding to a call of gunfire Wednesday on the South Side, according to Chicago police.
IL House passes bill banning indirect police quotas | The Chicago Report
A new Illinois bill would bar police departments from evaluating officers based on stops and arrests. It comes as Chicago recently paid nearly $1 million to settle a quota-related lawsuit.
A new Illinois bill would bar police departments from evaluating officers based on stops and arrests. It comes as Chicago recently paid nearly $1 million to settle a quota-related lawsuit.
Former Chicago charter school CEO indicted for $103K embezzlement: prosecutors
The former CEO of a Chicago charter school network has been indicted for misusing more than $103,000 of the nonprofit's funds for personal gain, according to prosecutors.
The former CEO of a Chicago charter school network has been indicted for misusing more than $103,000 of the nonprofit's funds for personal gain, according to prosecutors.
Chicago mourns wife, son of late Cook County Commissioner | The Chicago Report
Cook County Board Commissioner Bill Lowry was a friend of the Deer family and is joining us now on The Chicago Report.
Cook County Board Commissioner Bill Lowry was a friend of the Deer family and is joining us now on The Chicago Report.
Markham to honor investigators in double murder case
The City of Markham to recognize the investigators who helped solve a double murder that shook the community. Police say the case was cracked in less than 48 hours, leading to an arrest and charges against a suspect.
The City of Markham to recognize the investigators who helped solve a double murder that shook the community. Police say the case was cracked in less than 48 hours, leading to an arrest and charges against a suspect.
Family of Marquise Pryor continues fight for justice
It has been four years since Marquise Pryor, a former basketball star at Orr Academy, was shot and killed on the south side. His family still has questions. Joanie Lum just spoke with them.
It has been four years since Marquise Pryor, a former basketball star at Orr Academy, was shot and killed on the south side. His family still has questions. Joanie Lum just spoke with them.
Mother demands answers after veteran daughter found dead, belongings gone in Chicago Heights
A mother is seeking answers after her Marine veteran daughter was found dead in her apartment and her belongings were allegedly cleared out before the family could retrieve them, with both the death and missing items still unresolved.
A mother is seeking answers after her Marine veteran daughter was found dead in her apartment and her belongings were allegedly cleared out before the family could retrieve them, with both the death and missing items still unresolved.
Mom says veteran daughter's belongings tossed after death
A mother got the call no parent ever wants to get. Her daughter, Alexis Walker, who served in the marines, was found dead in her apartment. She was just 25. And to make matters worse when she was finally let inside her daughter’s unit, it was completely empty leaving her with nothing to remember her by.
A mother got the call no parent ever wants to get. Her daughter, Alexis Walker, who served in the marines, was found dead in her apartment. She was just 25. And to make matters worse when she was finally let inside her daughter’s unit, it was completely empty leaving her with nothing to remember her by.
Markham to honor officers for solving double murder case
Markham officials will recognize investigators who quickly solved a 2025 double murder case, leading to an arrest within 48 hours.
Markham officials will recognize investigators who quickly solved a 2025 double murder case, leading to an arrest within 48 hours.
Chicago mayor speaks after alders fail to override his veto on tipped wage ordinance
Mayor Brandon Johnson speaks to media after alders fail to override his veto on the tipped wage ordinance.
Mayor Brandon Johnson speaks to media after alders fail to override his veto on the tipped wage ordinance.
Will cell phones be banned in all Illinois schools?
Clock’s running in Springfield as lawmakers face a deadline to decide which bills move forward. One thing still up in the air --- a statewide cell phone ban for schools. Bret Buganski is live in Evanston.
Clock’s running in Springfield as lawmakers face a deadline to decide which bills move forward. One thing still up in the air --- a statewide cell phone ban for schools. Bret Buganski is live in Evanston.
Jury finds Ticketmaster, Live Nation had concert venue monopoly
A Manhattan federal jury concluded that Live Nation and its Ticketmaster subsidiary held an unlawful monopoly in parts of the live entertainment market after a multi-state lawsuit.
A Manhattan federal jury concluded that Live Nation and its Ticketmaster subsidiary held an unlawful monopoly in parts of the live entertainment market after a multi-state lawsuit.
How to prevent basement flooding before storms move in
Heavy rain in Chicago can overwhelm the same pipes that handle your home’s waste, and that’s when water can come back up into basements. Ashley Dirks with Redefined Living at Fathom Realty is here with simple ways to push that water away from your house before it becomes a problem.
Heavy rain in Chicago can overwhelm the same pipes that handle your home’s waste, and that’s when water can come back up into basements. Ashley Dirks with Redefined Living at Fathom Realty is here with simple ways to push that water away from your house before it becomes a problem.
Piping plovers return to Montrose Beach for mating season
Chicago’s famous piping plovers are back at Montrose Beach, with returning birds like Imani and Pippin hoping to find mates and start new nests this season.
Chicago’s famous piping plovers are back at Montrose Beach, with returning birds like Imani and Pippin hoping to find mates and start new nests this season.