Chicago mother demands justice after deadly Lake Shore Drive crash involving migrant
A Chicago mother says her life changed forever in the early morning hours of Nov. 23, when a violent crash on South Lake Shore Drive killed her 23-year-old son and his best friend.
A Chicago mother says her life changed forever in the early morning hours of Nov. 23, when a violent crash on South Lake Shore Drive killed her 23-year-old son and his best friend.
Bears to look beyond Arlington Heights for new stadium site, including NW Indiana
The Chicago Bears will broaden their search for a new stadium site beyond Arlington Heights and even outside Illinois, team President and CEO Kevin Warren announced Wednesday.
The Chicago Bears will broaden their search for a new stadium site beyond Arlington Heights and even outside Illinois, team President and CEO Kevin Warren announced Wednesday.
Plane crash investigation at DuPage Airport
There were two people on board the small plane, and the airport has confirmed both were killed. You can see the Piper P-A 30 damaged in the snow right off the runway.
There were two people on board the small plane, and the airport has confirmed both were killed. You can see the Piper P-A 30 damaged in the snow right off the runway.
Illinois’ Safe Gun Storage Act takes effect Jan. 1: What gun owners need to know
Illinois' Safe Gun Storage Act goes into effect January 1, bringing new requirements for gun owners across the state. The president of U.S. Law Shield joins us to explain what the law mandates.
Illinois' Safe Gun Storage Act goes into effect January 1, bringing new requirements for gun owners across the state. The president of U.S. Law Shield joins us to explain what the law mandates.
Why the Civic Federation backs Illinois’ major transit overhaul | ChicagoLIVE
Gov. J.B. Pritzker has signed a sweeping $1.5 billion transit funding bill, replacing the RTA with the new Northern Illinois Transit Authority in what state leaders call a major transformation for Chicago-area transit. The Civic Federation explains why it supports the overhaul.
Gov. J.B. Pritzker has signed a sweeping $1.5 billion transit funding bill, replacing the RTA with the new Northern Illinois Transit Authority in what state leaders call a major transformation for Chicago-area transit. The Civic Federation explains why it supports the overhaul.
Series of crashes in Chicago suburb leaves pedestrian dead, 2 officers injured: officials
A driver plowed through multiple vehicles before crashing into a Walgreens in Hillside on Wednesday, killing a pedestrian and injuring several others, including two police officers, officials said.
A driver plowed through multiple vehicles before crashing into a Walgreens in Hillside on Wednesday, killing a pedestrian and injuring several others, including two police officers, officials said.
Village of Oswego passes 'Finnegan's Law'
The village of Oswego unanimously approving Finnegan's Law today.
The village of Oswego unanimously approving Finnegan's Law today.
Mom wants answers after fatal crash involving migrant
A mother is demanding answers after her son died in an overnight crash on Lake Shore Drive. An undocumented migrant owned the vehicle and, she says, he has not been held accountable. Tia Ewing investigates.
A mother is demanding answers after her son died in an overnight crash on Lake Shore Drive. An undocumented migrant owned the vehicle and, she says, he has not been held accountable. Tia Ewing investigates.
Chicago’s Inspector General on investigations into police misconduct | ChicagoLIVE
Chicago Inspector General Deborah Witzburg joins us to discuss her office’s findings on CPD misconduct investigations — including inconsistent and poorly documented discipline.
Chicago Inspector General Deborah Witzburg joins us to discuss her office’s findings on CPD misconduct investigations — including inconsistent and poorly documented discipline.
Chicago bag tax could jump again under alternative city budget plan
A higher bag tax is on the table. The fee started at 7 cents and increased to 10 cents this year. Next year, it could rise to 15 cents.
A higher bag tax is on the table. The fee started at 7 cents and increased to 10 cents this year. Next year, it could rise to 15 cents.
Holiday surprise for junior police officer in Lynwood
As we gear up for Christmas, the Lynwood Police Department is making the holiday brighter for one little boy. Last year, in the midst of a health battle, he was sworn in as an honorary junior police officer. This season, he is facing a new challenge. Kasey Chronis is live in Lynwood with the latest.
As we gear up for Christmas, the Lynwood Police Department is making the holiday brighter for one little boy. Last year, in the midst of a health battle, he was sworn in as an honorary junior police officer. This season, he is facing a new challenge. Kasey Chronis is live in Lynwood with the latest.
Debate intensifies as budget committee weighs alternative spending plan
The alternative proposal is poised to advance again. It passed the council’s Finance Committee on Tuesday and is now under debate in the Budget Committee.
The alternative proposal is poised to advance again. It passed the council’s Finance Committee on Tuesday and is now under debate in the Budget Committee.
Four republicans agree to back democrats in Obamacare fight
Time is almost up. Congress is trying to pass a law to keep health insurance premiums from spiking for millions in a few weeks. Some republicans are now working with democrats to push for an extension of the affordable care act credits. Connor Hansen has more on this developing story.
Time is almost up. Congress is trying to pass a law to keep health insurance premiums from spiking for millions in a few weeks. Some republicans are now working with democrats to push for an extension of the affordable care act credits. Connor Hansen has more on this developing story.
Nick Reiner held without bail
Nick Reiner was in court today for the first time since he was charged with murdering his parents, Rob and Michele Reiner. Amalia Roy is live outside the Reiner family home in Brentwood with the latest.
Nick Reiner was in court today for the first time since he was charged with murdering his parents, Rob and Michele Reiner. Amalia Roy is live outside the Reiner family home in Brentwood with the latest.
What’s new on Chicago’s Magnificent Mile? | ChicagoLIVE
What’s new on Chicago’s Magnificent Mile? The Magnificent Mile Association joins us to break down the latest openings, additions and developments shaping one of the city’s most iconic destinations.
What’s new on Chicago’s Magnificent Mile? The Magnificent Mile Association joins us to break down the latest openings, additions and developments shaping one of the city’s most iconic destinations.
Chicago City Council considers alternative budget proposal
The alternative proposal is poised to advance again. It passed the council’s Finance Committee on Tuesday and is now under debate in the Budget Committee.
The alternative proposal is poised to advance again. It passed the council’s Finance Committee on Tuesday and is now under debate in the Budget Committee.
Finnegan’s Law adopted in Oswego after deadly Portillo’s crash in July
Oswego passed Finnegan's Law, a new ordinance requiring reinforced barriers at vulnerable building entrances and outdoor public areas. The law is named after the 2-year-old boy that died after a car crashed into a Portillo's restaurant in July.
Oswego passed Finnegan's Law, a new ordinance requiring reinforced barriers at vulnerable building entrances and outdoor public areas. The law is named after the 2-year-old boy that died after a car crashed into a Portillo's restaurant in July.
Evanston mayor confronts Border Patrol chief amid rising immigration fears
Amid heightened concerns over federal immigration enforcement in the Chicago area, Evanston Mayor and congressional candidate Daniel Biss confronted Border Patrol Chief Greg Bovino on Wednesday.
Amid heightened concerns over federal immigration enforcement in the Chicago area, Evanston Mayor and congressional candidate Daniel Biss confronted Border Patrol Chief Greg Bovino on Wednesday.
Apparent plane crash at DuPage Airport
A plane crashed in West Chicago
A plane crashed in West Chicago
Woman claims federal agent threatened her in Brighton Park
There's big concern right now in Chicago's Brighton Park neighborhood. Federal immigration agents were spotted working in the area. A woman says agents threatened her while she tried to record what was going on.
There's big concern right now in Chicago's Brighton Park neighborhood. Federal immigration agents were spotted working in the area. A woman says agents threatened her while she tried to record what was going on.