1 killed in Portage home explosion
One person died in a home explosion in Portage on Tuesday, though officials have not said what caused it or whether it was storm-related.
One person died in a home explosion in Portage on Tuesday, though officials have not said what caused it or whether it was storm-related.
Portage home explosion leaves 1 dead during destructive storms
One person died after a home explosion in Portage on Tuesday as the city works to assess damage from a severe storm that prompted officials to declare a state of emergency.
One person died after a home explosion in Portage on Tuesday as the city works to assess damage from a severe storm that prompted officials to declare a state of emergency.
FBI Most Wanted 'fraudster' found in Jamaica, charged in US $32M COVID relief scheme: DOJ
A South Florida woman on the FBI's list of “Most Wanted Fraudsters" for her alleged role in a $32 million scheme tied to COVID-19 funds was arrested in Jamaica and brought back to the United States.
A South Florida woman on the FBI's list of “Most Wanted Fraudsters" for her alleged role in a $32 million scheme tied to COVID-19 funds was arrested in Jamaica and brought back to the United States.
Rare Nintendo discovery: 97 unopened games found in Wisconsin
Talk about hidden treasure. A box of 97 pristine, unopened Nintendo games was discovered in Wisconsin after apparently sitting untouched for decades.
Talk about hidden treasure. A box of 97 pristine, unopened Nintendo games was discovered in Wisconsin after apparently sitting untouched for decades.
Could data centers be disrupting bees? Chicago beekeeper weighs in | ChicagoLIVE
A Chicago beekeeper explains how electromagnetic fields from data centers could affect bees’ navigation, while weather, parasites and other environmental factors continue to threaten local hives.
A Chicago beekeeper explains how electromagnetic fields from data centers could affect bees’ navigation, while weather, parasites and other environmental factors continue to threaten local hives.
Severe storms leave behind heavy damage in Homewood | ChicagoLIVE
Severe storms swept through the Chicago area Tuesday, leaving significant damage in Homewood. Flooded roads, downed trees and damage from strong winds were reported throughout the area.
Severe storms swept through the Chicago area Tuesday, leaving significant damage in Homewood. Flooded roads, downed trees and damage from strong winds were reported throughout the area.
Nearly 50,000 Chrysler vehicles recalled over seat belt safety defect
Chrysler is recalling nearly 50,000 vehicles over a seat belt defect that could increase the risk of injury in a crash.
Chrysler is recalling nearly 50,000 vehicles over a seat belt defect that could increase the risk of injury in a crash.
Chicago man charged with first-degree murder in woman's stabbing death
A Chicago man faces a first-degree murder charge after a 32-year-old woman was found fatally stabbed inside a Northwest Side home over the weekend.
A Chicago man faces a first-degree murder charge after a 32-year-old woman was found fatally stabbed inside a Northwest Side home over the weekend.
'IT'S INSANE': Midway passenger talks tornado warning, delays at airport
Severe weather barreled through Chicagoland Tuesday morning, bringing powerful winds and heavy rain.
Severe weather barreled through Chicagoland Tuesday morning, bringing powerful winds and heavy rain.
Mayor Johnson signs order for stricter review of Chicago data centers
Mayor Brandon Johnson signed an executive order Tuesday aimed at increasing oversight of data center development in Chicago while calling for a temporary moratorium on new data centers.
Mayor Brandon Johnson signed an executive order Tuesday aimed at increasing oversight of data center development in Chicago while calling for a temporary moratorium on new data centers.
Chicago man charged after 25-year-old woman killed in North Side hit-and-run
A Chicago man faces felony DUI and hit-and-run charges after a 25-year-old woman was struck and killed in Lake View over the weekend.
A Chicago man faces felony DUI and hit-and-run charges after a 25-year-old woman was struck and killed in Lake View over the weekend.
LIVE | Tornado warning issued as severe storms hit Chicagoland
Chicago is bracing for severe weather today, as storms with up to 80 mph winds slam the region with ping-pong-sized hail and tornadoes possible.
Chicago is bracing for severe weather today, as storms with up to 80 mph winds slam the region with ping-pong-sized hail and tornadoes possible.
Mayor Johnson signs order for stricter review of Chicago data centers
Mayor Brandon Johnson signed an executive order tightening oversight of data centers in Chicago and called for a temporary moratorium on new developments.
Mayor Brandon Johnson signed an executive order tightening oversight of data centers in Chicago and called for a temporary moratorium on new developments.
Chicago businessman again running for mayor
Dr. Willie Wilson has entered the 2027 Chicago mayoral race.
Dr. Willie Wilson has entered the 2027 Chicago mayoral race.
'Thought it was rain': Chicago residents react to shootout
Two men were critically wounded in an exchange of gunfire Monday night in the Near North Side neighborhood.
Two men were critically wounded in an exchange of gunfire Monday night in the Near North Side neighborhood.
Perseid meteor shower returns with some of the best viewing conditions in years
Adler Planetarium’s Michelle Nichols explains when and where to watch the Perseid meteor shower, what you’ll see and whether you need any special equipment.
Adler Planetarium’s Michelle Nichols explains when and where to watch the Perseid meteor shower, what you’ll see and whether you need any special equipment.
Illinois man charged with stalking multiple women, secretly recording victims under their clothing
A suburban Chicago man is being held in custody after prosecutors say he stalked multiple women, secretly recorded victims under their clothing, and repeatedly slashed tires.
A suburban Chicago man is being held in custody after prosecutors say he stalked multiple women, secretly recorded victims under their clothing, and repeatedly slashed tires.
Illinois man who killed Tyesha Bell sentenced to prison
More than 23 years after Tyesha Bell disappeared, the man convicted of killing her has been sentenced.
More than 23 years after Tyesha Bell disappeared, the man convicted of killing her has been sentenced.
Chicago crime: 9 shot, 3 fatally, woman stabbed to death Monday evening
Nine people were shot, three fatally, and a woman was stabbed to death in separate incidents across Chicago Monday evening, police said.
Nine people were shot, three fatally, and a woman was stabbed to death in separate incidents across Chicago Monday evening, police said.
2 men critically wounded in Near North Side shootout
Two men were critically wounded in an exchange of gunfire Monday night in the Near North Side neighborhood.
Two men were critically wounded in an exchange of gunfire Monday night in the Near North Side neighborhood.