US Army general who oversaw Ukraine left classified maps on train, overindulged in alcohol: IG report

The U.S. Army general who led the military's effort to coordinate support for Ukraine left classified documents on a train in Europe and improperly drank too much alcohol one night during a social occasion, according to a report by the Department of Defense Office of the Inspector General.

Friends horrified after finding and removing snake from Airbnb bed

A group of friends was staying at an Airbnb in the Punta Gorda area when they discovered a snake curled up under the covers.

Lollapalooza 2026 lineup: Everything you need to know

Lollapalooza 2026 returns to Chicago's Grant Park July 30- Aug. 2. Here's what to know about tickets, dates and the star-studded lineup.

Chicago man shot CPD sergeant, woman minutes apart on South Side: police

A man has been charged with attempted murder in connection with separate shootings that injured a Chicago police sergeant and a 63-year-old woman on the city’s South Side.

Iran conflict drives oil surge, raising concerns about gas prices
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Senior market analyst Phil Flynn explains how rising crude oil prices tied to Middle East tensions are impacting gas costs and what signals could indicate relief ahead.

Key Illinois primary races in focus as voters head to the polls
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Dr. Constance Mixon, political science professor at Elmhurst University, breaks down the high-stakes Illinois primary contests, including the open U.S. Senate seat and several competitive congressional and local races.

Gunfire from passing car injures driver on Chicago's South Side

A 28-year-old man was wounded in a shooting early Wednesday while driving in Chicago’s South Deering neighborhood.

Polls open for Illinois Primary Election
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Primary Election Day is here in Illinois, the culmination of months of campaigning, political ads, voter canvassing, and heated debates.

Man shot in head during argument with woman in Chicago Lawn

A 22-year-old man was critically injured in a shooting early Tuesday following an argument in the Chicago Lawn neighborhood.

Chicago weather: Wind chills near zero today with more snow tonight

Lingering snow and bitter cold today will give way to a brief overnight snowfall before a significant warmup heading into the weekend.

2 teens charged in Chicago armed robbery at nail salon, police say

Two teenagers are facing felony charges after Chicago police say they robbed a Pilsen nail salon at gunpoint over the weekend.

Greg Bovino to retire, election day preview | The Chicago Report
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Border Patrol Chief Greg Bovino announces retirement plan, and all you need to know before heading to the polls on Election Day.