April 15 tax deadline: Last-minute questions, what to know about extensions
The 2026 tax deadline is upon us. Taxpayers can request an extension three ways, but any taxes owed must still be paid by Wednesday, April 15, to avoid penalties.
The 2026 tax deadline is upon us. Taxpayers can request an extension three ways, but any taxes owed must still be paid by Wednesday, April 15, to avoid penalties.
Chicago man charged after gun found during CTA Red Line disturbance
Cook County Sheriff's police say a Chicago man was charged after they found a gun on him when responding to loud music on the CTA Red Line.
Cook County Sheriff's police say a Chicago man was charged after they found a gun on him when responding to loud music on the CTA Red Line.
Boy, 15, charged in St. Patrick's Day armed robbery in downtown Chicago
A 15-year-old boy was charged with robbing two men at gunpoint last month in the River North neighborhood.
A 15-year-old boy was charged with robbing two men at gunpoint last month in the River North neighborhood.
Chicago crime: Man, 26, killed in Englewood shooting
A man was shot and killed Monday night in Chicago's Englewood neighborhood.
A man was shot and killed Monday night in Chicago's Englewood neighborhood.
Chicago smash-and-grab: Jeep crashes into River North gas station, ATM stolen
Chicago police say a Jeep crashed into a River North gas station early Tuesday and the group made off with an ATM.
Chicago police say a Jeep crashed into a River North gas station early Tuesday and the group made off with an ATM.
Smash-and-grab crew crashes jeep into River North gas station, steals ATM
A group rammed a Jeep into a gas station in Chicago’s River North neighborhood, stole an ATM, and fled in another vehicle, with no injuries reported as police investigate.
A group rammed a Jeep into a gas station in Chicago’s River North neighborhood, stole an ATM, and fled in another vehicle, with no injuries reported as police investigate.
Chicago police: Man, woman critically wounded in Chatham shooting
Chicago police say two people are in critical condition after a late-night shooting on the city's South Side.
Chicago police say two people are in critical condition after a late-night shooting on the city's South Side.
California man shot 7 times by ICE arrested by FBI, attorney says
A 36-year-old man in California who was shot by ICE officers seven times was arrested Monday by the FBI immediately after being discharged from the hospital and who was in no condition to be brought to jail, his attorney told reporters on Monday.
A 36-year-old man in California who was shot by ICE officers seven times was arrested Monday by the FBI immediately after being discharged from the hospital and who was in no condition to be brought to jail, his attorney told reporters on Monday.
Man, 27, shot to death while entering Chicago apartment building
A man was killed in a shooting Monday night in Chicago's East Garfield Park neighborhood.
A man was killed in a shooting Monday night in Chicago's East Garfield Park neighborhood.
Chicago police officers among 8 injured in South Side crash
Two Chicago police officers and six other people were injured in a crash Tuesday morning in the Back of the Yards neighborhood.
Two Chicago police officers and six other people were injured in a crash Tuesday morning in the Back of the Yards neighborhood.
Michael Jackson biopic premieres in Gary, honoring hometown roots
The film about Michael Jackson, titled “Michael" premiered Monday in Gary, Indiana, home of the famous Jackson family.
The film about Michael Jackson, titled “Michael" premiered Monday in Gary, Indiana, home of the famous Jackson family.
Chicago weather: Severe storms possible today with damaging winds, hail and tornado risk
Storms move in this morning with gusty winds, heavy rain and small hail possible.
Storms move in this morning with gusty winds, heavy rain and small hail possible.
Michael Jackson biopic celebrated in star's hometown of Gary, Ind.
Gary, Indiana, the hometown of Michael Jackson, held a special screening of the new biopic "Michael."
Gary, Indiana, the hometown of Michael Jackson, held a special screening of the new biopic "Michael."
Chicago-area trucking company accused of underpaying drivers, unsafe practices
The U.S. Department of Transportation has been cracking down on trucking violations as part of a nationwide push in recent months to improve safety. Earlier this year, officials said Operation SafeDRIVE resulted in nearly 2,000 unqualified truck drivers and vehicles being taken off the road.
The U.S. Department of Transportation has been cracking down on trucking violations as part of a nationwide push in recent months to improve safety. Earlier this year, officials said Operation SafeDRIVE resulted in nearly 2,000 unqualified truck drivers and vehicles being taken off the road.
Chicago leaders push Meta for stronger action on teen gatherings
City leaders are taking a new approach to stopping large teen gatherings by working directly with social media companies.
City leaders are taking a new approach to stopping large teen gatherings by working directly with social media companies.
Chicago South Loop restaurant broken into, cash register stolen
A Chicago business owner is speaking out after her restaurant was broken into early Monday, and it was all caught on camera.
A Chicago business owner is speaking out after her restaurant was broken into early Monday, and it was all caught on camera.
NIPSCO customers speak to IURC about utility bills: 'You're not a rubber stamp'
NIPSCO customers had the opportunity to speak with state utility regulators about their utility bills on Monday.
NIPSCO customers had the opportunity to speak with state utility regulators about their utility bills on Monday.
Elmhurst trucking company faces lawsuit alleging underpaid drivers, safety violations
A suburban trucking company is facing a lawsuit that alleges drivers are underpaid and forced to push their limits behind the wheel.
A suburban trucking company is facing a lawsuit that alleges drivers are underpaid and forced to push their limits behind the wheel.
Trump vs. Pope Leo, teen trends and millionaire tax | The Chicago Report
President Trump is sparring with Pope Leo over the Iran War, one Chicago alderman spoke with Meta about teen trends and more, coming up on "The Chicago Report."
President Trump is sparring with Pope Leo over the Iran War, one Chicago alderman spoke with Meta about teen trends and more, coming up on "The Chicago Report."
Transwestern says 31% of downtown space available for rent in Chicago | The Chicago Report
Downtown Chicago's office market has taken a hit since the COVID-19 pandemic, but now we're seeing a shift. After the pandemic and the shift to remote working, there's less foot traffic and less people working from the Loop. Joining us now to break it all down is real estate expert Lee Golub and Kimberly Beres.
Downtown Chicago's office market has taken a hit since the COVID-19 pandemic, but now we're seeing a shift. After the pandemic and the shift to remote working, there's less foot traffic and less people working from the Loop. Joining us now to break it all down is real estate expert Lee Golub and Kimberly Beres.