'Violence Interrupters' ride CTA trains after recent violent incidents
After recent violence, a Chicago group is riding CTA trains to help keep riders safe.
After recent violence, a Chicago group is riding CTA trains to help keep riders safe.
Little Village shooting leaves driver critically wounded; SWAT team called to area
A SWAT situation is unfolding in Little Village after a man was shot in the head and crashed his car Tuesday morning.
A SWAT situation is unfolding in Little Village after a man was shot in the head and crashed his car Tuesday morning.
Leiyla Underwood: Chicago girl, 16, reported missing from West Side
Have you seen Leiyla Underwood? Chicago police are asking for help finding a 16-year-old girl last seen Sunday.
Have you seen Leiyla Underwood? Chicago police are asking for help finding a 16-year-old girl last seen Sunday.
Escrow payments rising nationwide with homeownership less attainable
Rising escrow payments are eating into Americans' budgets. Insurance premiums are driving costs up in several states, with 8% nationwide increase projected for 2026.
Rising escrow payments are eating into Americans' budgets. Insurance premiums are driving costs up in several states, with 8% nationwide increase projected for 2026.
Video shows 'armed and dangerous' suspect in Chicago business burglary spree, police say
A string of early-morning burglaries has hit businesses across Chicago's North Side, and a suspect was caught on surveillance video.
A string of early-morning burglaries has hit businesses across Chicago's North Side, and a suspect was caught on surveillance video.
December CPI inflation report: Which prices changed the most last month
Inflation in the U.S. increased in December, according to a report released Tuesday by the Bureau of Labor Statistics. Consumers are paying more for food but gas prices have declined.
Inflation in the U.S. increased in December, according to a report released Tuesday by the Bureau of Labor Statistics. Consumers are paying more for food but gas prices have declined.
Teen arrested hours after two Chicago carjackings, police say
Chicago police say two early-morning carjackings led to a teen's arrest before noon Monday.
Chicago police say two early-morning carjackings led to a teen's arrest before noon Monday.
Deadly attacks on CTA draw response from 'Violence Interrupters'
Several violent attacks on the CTA recently have “violence interrupters” doing their part to keep passengers safe.
Several violent attacks on the CTA recently have “violence interrupters” doing their part to keep passengers safe.
Colleen Hoover reveals cancer diagnosis
Colleen Hoover, the famed author behind "It Ends With Us" and "Verity," revealed she has been diagnosed with cancer and has been receiving radiation treatment.
Colleen Hoover, the famed author behind "It Ends With Us" and "Verity," revealed she has been diagnosed with cancer and has been receiving radiation treatment.
Caitlin Tracey case: Husband Adam Beckerink formally charged with murder in Cook County
The husband of Caitlin Tracey, whose body was found in the stairwell of a South Loop condo building, was charged with first-degree murder.
The husband of Caitlin Tracey, whose body was found in the stairwell of a South Loop condo building, was charged with first-degree murder.
Trump admin ending temporary protected status for Somalis in March
The Trump administration announced it will end temporary protected status for Somalis in the United States, forcing any Somali migrant in the country on that status to leave by mid-March.
The Trump administration announced it will end temporary protected status for Somalis in the United States, forcing any Somali migrant in the country on that status to leave by mid-March.
Chicago man arrested a month after armed robberies tied to online marketplace purchases
Chicago police say online marketplace meetups turned into armed robberies. A 19-year-old is now facing six felony charges.
Chicago police say online marketplace meetups turned into armed robberies. A 19-year-old is now facing six felony charges.
Surge of in scams across Chicago area driven by AI and deepfakes
The Better Business Bureau reports scam complaints in Chicago and Northern Illinois nearly doubled in 2025, with experts breaking down the most common schemes, the rise of AI-powered fraud, and how consumers can protect themselves in 2026.
The Better Business Bureau reports scam complaints in Chicago and Northern Illinois nearly doubled in 2025, with experts breaking down the most common schemes, the rise of AI-powered fraud, and how consumers can protect themselves in 2026.
President Trump orders new tariffs targeting countries doing business with Iran
President Donald Trump announces sweeping new tariffs as Iran faces growing unrest, with a political science expert explaining what’s driving the protests and what options the U.S. and international community may have next.
President Donald Trump announces sweeping new tariffs as Iran faces growing unrest, with a political science expert explaining what’s driving the protests and what options the U.S. and international community may have next.
Chicago police warn of recent armed carjackings, robbery in 5 neighborhoods
Chicago police are investigating a string of armed carjackings and an armed robbery reported across five different neighborhoods.
Chicago police are investigating a string of armed carjackings and an armed robbery reported across five different neighborhoods.
Chicago weather: Last mild day before colder air and snow move in
Chicago enjoys one final mild day before a sharp cooldown brings colder temperatures, periodic snow and winterlike conditions through the weekend.
Chicago enjoys one final mild day before a sharp cooldown brings colder temperatures, periodic snow and winterlike conditions through the weekend.
CTA crime: Man charged with murder in stabbing at Loop station
A Chicago man is charged with murder after a deadly stabbing at a CTA station in the Loop as transit safety faces growing scrutiny.
A Chicago man is charged with murder after a deadly stabbing at a CTA station in the Loop as transit safety faces growing scrutiny.
Chicago veteran says he lost thousands of dollars after Cash app account hacked
After serving his country, Chicago native Romere Ellis says he never expected to become the victim of an alleged financial crime.
After serving his country, Chicago native Romere Ellis says he never expected to become the victim of an alleged financial crime.
Customer threatens to kill fast-food workers during heated dispute: 'She wanted her money back'
Paul's Drive In co-owner said threats against employees happen "pretty often" in the service industry.
Paul's Drive In co-owner said threats against employees happen "pretty often" in the service industry.
Was Soldier Field shaking at the Bears-Packers game on Saturday?
Was Soldier Field shaking during the Bears-Packers game on Saturday? Here's what we know.
Was Soldier Field shaking during the Bears-Packers game on Saturday? Here's what we know.