New year, new laws in 2026
Dozens of new laws took effect at the stroke of midnight in every state as people rang in the new year.
Dozens of new laws took effect at the stroke of midnight in every state as people rang in the new year.
First baby of 2026 in Chicago
2026 is already starting off as a life changing year for several Chicago area families.
2026 is already starting off as a life changing year for several Chicago area families.
38-year-old woman killed in crash
Police are searching for a driver involved a deadly crash on the east side.
Police are searching for a driver involved a deadly crash on the east side.
Woman killed in hit and run in Dolton
A deadly hit-and-run is under investigation tonight in Dolton.
A deadly hit-and-run is under investigation tonight in Dolton.
TSA’s 2026 Canine Calendar spotlights the canine heroes keeping US airports safe - See the featured dogs
The Transportation Security Administration (TSA) is once again honoring its canine teams with the unleashing of the 2026 Canine Calendar.
The Transportation Security Administration (TSA) is once again honoring its canine teams with the unleashing of the 2026 Canine Calendar.
Purina Foundation awards $1.165 million in grants to nonprofits across US to support animal welfare efforts
The Purina Foundation continued its support of animal welfare efforts in 2025 by awarding $1.165 million in grants to 27 nonprofit organizations across the United States.
The Purina Foundation continued its support of animal welfare efforts in 2025 by awarding $1.165 million in grants to 27 nonprofit organizations across the United States.
Pedestrian killed in Riverdale hit-and-run, driver still at large
A deadly hit-and-run is under investigation after a pedestrian was struck by a vehicle Wednesday in south suburban Riverdale.
A deadly hit-and-run is under investigation after a pedestrian was struck by a vehicle Wednesday in south suburban Riverdale.
Cook County teen found safe after being reported missing on Christmas Day
A 15-year-old girl who was reported missing from suburban Cook County on Christmas Day has been found safe, according to the Cook County Sheriff’s Office.
A 15-year-old girl who was reported missing from suburban Cook County on Christmas Day has been found safe, according to the Cook County Sheriff’s Office.
These states are increasing the minimum wage in 2026
Significant wage hikes kick in Jan. 1 for millions of workers across these states. See if your area made the list.
Significant wage hikes kick in Jan. 1 for millions of workers across these states. See if your area made the list.
Teen charged in deadly shooting in Cicero tied to online marketplace meetup
Cicero police are investigating a deadly shooting that started with an attempted online sale Wednesday afternoon.
Cicero police are investigating a deadly shooting that started with an attempted online sale Wednesday afternoon.
Chicago-area hospitals welcome first babies of 2026
As the clock struck midnight and 2026 officially began, several Chicago-area families were already welcoming brand-new additions to start the New Year.
As the clock struck midnight and 2026 officially began, several Chicago-area families were already welcoming brand-new additions to start the New Year.
Early morning South Austin fire sends 6 people — including 4 children — to hospital
A fire that broke out early this morning in the South Austin neighborhood sent six people — including four children — to the hospital.
A fire that broke out early this morning in the South Austin neighborhood sent six people — including four children — to the hospital.
Your 2026 tax guide: All the changes to know before filing
New tax deductions have been enacted for many working Americans and seniors. Here’s what you need to know about the new laws that could impact your return.
New tax deductions have been enacted for many working Americans and seniors. Here’s what you need to know about the new laws that could impact your return.
6 hurt, including children, in early morning South Austin apartment fire
Six people — including four children — were taken to Stroger Hospital after a fire broke out just after 5:30 a.m. in a South Austin apartment building. Firefighters rescued residents from windows, performed CPR at the scene, and say the fire was contained to a top-floor unit.
Six people — including four children — were taken to Stroger Hospital after a fire broke out just after 5:30 a.m. in a South Austin apartment building. Firefighters rescued residents from windows, performed CPR at the scene, and say the fire was contained to a top-floor unit.
Woodstock Walmart closed after New Year's Eve fire inside store
Firefighters responded to a reported fire inside a Walmart in northwest suburban Woodstock Wednesday night.
Firefighters responded to a reported fire inside a Walmart in northwest suburban Woodstock Wednesday night.
Johnson welcomes new year, highlights drop in Chicago violence
Chicago Mayor Brandon Johnson welcomed the New Year with a video message to residents focused on reflection, optimism, and the work ahead for the city.
Chicago Mayor Brandon Johnson welcomed the New Year with a video message to residents focused on reflection, optimism, and the work ahead for the city.
Man shot in leg inside South Loop apartment early New Year’s Day
A man was taken to the hospital early New Year’s Day after being shot in the leg in Chicago’s South Loop.
A man was taken to the hospital early New Year’s Day after being shot in the leg in Chicago’s South Loop.
25 feel-good, heartwarming moments of 2025
From small gestures to big heroes to unforgettable surprises – 2025 was full of moments that warmed hearts.
From small gestures to big heroes to unforgettable surprises – 2025 was full of moments that warmed hearts.
Man shot in leg inside South Loop apartment early New Year’s Day
A man was taken to the hospital early New Year’s Day after being shot in the leg in Chicago’s South Loop.
A man was taken to the hospital early New Year’s Day after being shot in the leg in Chicago’s South Loop.
6 people, including 4 children, hurt in early morning South Austin apartment fire
A fire that broke out early Thursday morning in the South Austin neighborhood sent six people — including four children — to the hospital and forced residents from their homes on a cold morning.
A fire that broke out early Thursday morning in the South Austin neighborhood sent six people — including four children — to the hospital and forced residents from their homes on a cold morning.