Chicago weather: Windy 60s today, storm threat Thursday, colder weekend ahead
Chicago is getting a taste of spring with temps in the 60s. But don’t get too comfortable. Possible storms and a cooldown are moving in.
Chicago is getting a taste of spring with temps in the 60s. But don’t get too comfortable. Possible storms and a cooldown are moving in.
Rev. Jesse Jackson’s family honors his legacy, urges respect ahead of funeral plans
Just a day after saying their goodbyes, Rev. Jesse Jackson’s family gathered in South Shore. They talked about their dad, what he stood for, what he fought for, and what he meant to the world.
Just a day after saying their goodbyes, Rev. Jesse Jackson’s family gathered in South Shore. They talked about their dad, what he stood for, what he fought for, and what he meant to the world.
Expert reviews Pritzker's proposed $56 billion budget
We’ve talked about the governor’s address and his new budget plan. Let’s bring in political analyst Thom Serafin now and get his take on what it all means for Illinois.
We’ve talked about the governor’s address and his new budget plan. Let’s bring in political analyst Thom Serafin now and get his take on what it all means for Illinois.
Meta's Mark Zuckerberg testifies in landmark social media trial
Meta CEO Mark Zuckerberg testified in a watershed social media trial that questions whether Meta's platforms are addictive and harm children.
Meta CEO Mark Zuckerberg testified in a watershed social media trial that questions whether Meta's platforms are addictive and harm children.
Remembering Jesse Jackson with Hermene Hartman
Hermene Hartman wasn't a blood relative of Jesse Jackson but became part of his supporting family. She started working with Jackson after school in Chicago when he headed Operation Bread Basket.
Hermene Hartman wasn't a blood relative of Jesse Jackson but became part of his supporting family. She started working with Jackson after school in Chicago when he headed Operation Bread Basket.
Chicago City Council fails to override mayor's veto of ban on hemp sales
The Chicago City Council failed to override Mayor Brandon Johnson’s veto of a controversial ban on the sale of some hemp products.
The Chicago City Council failed to override Mayor Brandon Johnson’s veto of a controversial ban on the sale of some hemp products.
Illinois Gov. JB Pritzker wants to pause tax breaks for data centers
Illinois Gov. JB Pritzker proposed a pause on a state tax credit on data centers, which have caused controversy throughout the state for their energy consumption and cost.
Illinois Gov. JB Pritzker proposed a pause on a state tax credit on data centers, which have caused controversy throughout the state for their energy consumption and cost.
Airbnb says South Side hosts earned $15M as Obama Center opening nears | ChicagoLIVE
The Obama Foundation and Airbnb are hosting virtual workshops to help South Side residents prepare for increased tourism tied to the Obama Presidential Center.
The Obama Foundation and Airbnb are hosting virtual workshops to help South Side residents prepare for increased tourism tied to the Obama Presidential Center.
Hinsdale moves to become more pet-friendly with new ordinances | ChicagoLIVE
The village of Hinsdale has approved new ordinances allowing leashed dogs in most public parks and eliminating annual pet license fees.
The village of Hinsdale has approved new ordinances allowing leashed dogs in most public parks and eliminating annual pet license fees.
Ford Heights welcomes first new restaurant in 60 years | ChicagoLIVE
Andre and Suheir Williams celebrated the opening of S2 Grills in Ford Heights on Monday, marking the village’s first dine-in restaurant in more than 60 years.
Andre and Suheir Williams celebrated the opening of S2 Grills in Ford Heights on Monday, marking the village’s first dine-in restaurant in more than 60 years.
Americans are under the most financial distress in these cities, data suggests
WalletHub found that despite inflation cooling on essentials like groceries and gas, many Americans are still experiencing financial distress.
WalletHub found that despite inflation cooling on essentials like groceries and gas, many Americans are still experiencing financial distress.
Lake Tahoe avalanche: 8 backcountry skiers dead, 1 still missing
Nevada County Sheriff Shannan Moon said in addition to those who died, there were six people rescued, whose ages range from 30 to 55.
Nevada County Sheriff Shannan Moon said in addition to those who died, there were six people rescued, whose ages range from 30 to 55.
Joliet man charged in $1,000 Cricket Wireless robbery: police
A Joliet man has been charged after stealing $1,000 from a Cricket Wireless store in Joliet earlier this month, according to police.
A Joliet man has been charged after stealing $1,000 from a Cricket Wireless store in Joliet earlier this month, according to police.
Aurora launches $20K homebuyer assistance program | ChicagoLIVE
The City of Aurora is launching the “Choose Aurora Homebuyer Assistance Program,” offering up to $20,000 in deferred loans to help attract new residents and assist current ones in purchasing a home.
The City of Aurora is launching the “Choose Aurora Homebuyer Assistance Program,” offering up to $20,000 in deferred loans to help attract new residents and assist current ones in purchasing a home.
Illinois given 30 days to fix CDL violations or risk $128M in funding | ChicagoLIVE
The U.S. Department of Transportation is demanding corrective action following an audit showing 20% of Illinois’ non-domiciled commercial driver’s licenses were issued improperly.
The U.S. Department of Transportation is demanding corrective action following an audit showing 20% of Illinois’ non-domiciled commercial driver’s licenses were issued improperly.
Chicago man sentenced after 2021 shooting at children's amusement park
A former Chicago man was sentenced to 24 years in prison for shooting another man at a children’s indoor amusement park in west suburban Villa Park in 2021, prosecutors said.
A former Chicago man was sentenced to 24 years in prison for shooting another man at a children’s indoor amusement park in west suburban Villa Park in 2021, prosecutors said.
Gary men arrested 3 years after women found shot to death in Hobart apartment
Three years after two young women were found shot to death in northwest Indiana, two men have been arrested.
Three years after two young women were found shot to death in northwest Indiana, two men have been arrested.
Riverwoods police recover 130 stolen catalytic converters, two men arrested | ChicagoLIVE
Police recovered more than 130 stolen catalytic converters, precious metals and car parts during a Chicago storage facility search connected to a January theft.
Police recovered more than 130 stolen catalytic converters, precious metals and car parts during a Chicago storage facility search connected to a January theft.
Multi-agency federal effort cracking down on abusive dog breeders and dogfighting rings
A coordinated effort among multiple federal agencies is targeting repeat dog welfare violators to ensure compliance with the Animal Welfare Act (AWA) and hold them accountable.
A coordinated effort among multiple federal agencies is targeting repeat dog welfare violators to ensure compliance with the Animal Welfare Act (AWA) and hold them accountable.
Nancy Guthrie disappearance: Investigators turn to genetic genealogy in search for suspect
Pima County Sheriff's Department Sheriff Chris Nanos says they will use forensic genetic genealogy—uploading DNA profiles to public sites like 23andMe and AncestryDNA—in their search for Nancy Guthrie and a suspect.
Pima County Sheriff's Department Sheriff Chris Nanos says they will use forensic genetic genealogy—uploading DNA profiles to public sites like 23andMe and AncestryDNA—in their search for Nancy Guthrie and a suspect.