Gas prices top $4 nationwide again, hitting drivers in the wallet
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With prices climbing to an average of $4.63 in Chicago, drivers say filling up is getting tough as seasonal fuel changes and global factors push costs back to levels not seen since 2022.

Chicago homeowner claims insurer used Google images to deny porch collapse claim
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A Chicago homeowner said her insurance company used Google Images to deny her claim after her porch collapsed. Now, she's asking if the problem was already there, why was she insured in the first place?

Chicago firefighter Michael Altman honored at funeral after death in line of duty
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The funeral services for Chicago firefighter Michael Atlman, who was killed while fighting a blaze on the city’s North Side earlier this month, was held on Tuesday.

Hyde Park residents frustrated after ‘teen takeover’ leaves cars damaged
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Neighbors say groups of teens took over the streets overnight, damaging cars and causing chaos, as police issued a handful of citations and concerns grow about how often these gatherings are happening.

Three charged in 2022 killing of Indiana teen after cold case breakthrough

A breakthrough in a long-unsolved northwest Indiana homicide has led to three suspects being charged in the 2022 killing of a 17-year-old, including one who was already in custody.

Lake Forest home fire linked to electric scooter charging | ChicagoLIVE
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A house fire in Lake Forest may have started from an electric scooter charging inside the home. Fire officials say lithium-ion batteries can pose risks if not used properly.  

Why squirrels are showing up in viral ‘vaping’ videos | ChicagoLIVE
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Videos circulating online appear to show squirrels interacting with vape deices, but experts say the animals are likely drawn to sweet flavoring. Urban Wildlife Institute’s Seth Magle explains the risks to wildlife. 

Gas prices surge to highest level in years, topping $4 | ChicagoLIVE
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The national average for a gallon of gas has reached its highest point since 2022. GasBuddy’s Patrick De Haan breaks down the key factors behind the spike. 

Trump administration must suspend White House ballroom construction, judge orders

A federal judge ordered the Trump administration to suspend its construction of a $400 million ballroom where it demolished the East Wing of the White House.

JD Vance tells conservative podcast he believes UFOs are demons

In an interview last week, Vice President J.D. Vance told a conservative podcaster that he believes UFOs are demons.