Homer Glen man accused of violent Darien home invasion, police chase
A Homer Glen man accused of breaking into a Darien home, seriously injuring the homeowner and leading police on an 11-mile chase has been ordered held without pretrial release.
A Homer Glen man accused of breaking into a Darien home, seriously injuring the homeowner and leading police on an 11-mile chase has been ordered held without pretrial release.
Chicago Ducky Derby: 85,000 rubber ducks race for charity
More than 85,000 ducks dropped into the Chicago River Thursday as part of the 21st annual Chicago Ducky Derby, raising money for Special Olympics Illinois programs that support athletes statewide.
More than 85,000 ducks dropped into the Chicago River Thursday as part of the 21st annual Chicago Ducky Derby, raising money for Special Olympics Illinois programs that support athletes statewide.
Bud Billiken Parade returns for its 97th year with LisaRaye as grand marshal
The Bud Billiken Parade celebrates 97 years of community, culture and back-to-school traditions, with actress LisaRaye McCoy serving as this year's grand marshal.
The Bud Billiken Parade celebrates 97 years of community, culture and back-to-school traditions, with actress LisaRaye McCoy serving as this year's grand marshal.
Six Flags announces new family adventure area with 9 attractions
Six Flags Great America is unveiling Camp Timber Trail, a brand-new family-themed area set to open in 2027 as part of a multi-year transformation of the park.
Six Flags Great America is unveiling Camp Timber Trail, a brand-new family-themed area set to open in 2027 as part of a multi-year transformation of the park.
Family files wrongful death lawsuit in deadly Fox River boat crash
Attorneys announced Thursday a wrongful death lawsuit stemming from the deadly July 25 boat crash on the Fox River that killed Magdalena Jablonska and injured her fiancé, Alen Telmini.
Attorneys announced Thursday a wrongful death lawsuit stemming from the deadly July 25 boat crash on the Fox River that killed Magdalena Jablonska and injured her fiancé, Alen Telmini.
Six Flags announces new family adventure area with 9 attractions
Six Flags Great America unveils Camp Timber Trail, a new family-themed area opening in 2027.
Six Flags Great America unveils Camp Timber Trail, a new family-themed area opening in 2027.
Motorcyclist killed after being thrown 144 feet in Indiana Toll Road crash
A motorcyclist was killed early Thursday morning after crashing into a guardrail on the Indiana Toll Road in Porter County, according to Indiana State Police.
A motorcyclist was killed early Thursday morning after crashing into a guardrail on the Indiana Toll Road in Porter County, according to Indiana State Police.
Rats, weeds and unanswered calls: Chicago police station faces growing pest problem
Officers at a Chicago police district say overgrown brush and delayed maintenance have led to a rat infestation outside their station, prompting concerns about conditions and city response.
Officers at a Chicago police district say overgrown brush and delayed maintenance have led to a rat infestation outside their station, prompting concerns about conditions and city response.
Chicago children selling flowers on street corners sparks debate over safety and child labor
Young children selling flowers in busy Chicago neighborhoods are raising concerns about safety, child labor laws and the challenges facing street-vending families as advocates discuss possible solutions.
Young children selling flowers in busy Chicago neighborhoods are raising concerns about safety, child labor laws and the challenges facing street-vending families as advocates discuss possible solutions.
81 years after Hiroshima: Why Chicago still has a role in the nuclear conversation
As the world marks the anniversary of the Hiroshima bombing, the Bulletin of the Atomic Scientists’ CEO Alexandra Bell discusses Chicago’s connection to the Manhattan Project, today’s nuclear threats and efforts to prevent future disasters.
As the world marks the anniversary of the Hiroshima bombing, the Bulletin of the Atomic Scientists’ CEO Alexandra Bell discusses Chicago’s connection to the Manhattan Project, today’s nuclear threats and efforts to prevent future disasters.
Wrongful death lawsuit filed against Richard Stevenson after fatal Fox River boat crash
The family of 48-year-old Magdalena "Madzia" Jablonska filed a wrongful death lawsuit against Richard Stevenson following the fatal Fox River boat crash in McHenry County.
The family of 48-year-old Magdalena "Madzia" Jablonska filed a wrongful death lawsuit against Richard Stevenson following the fatal Fox River boat crash in McHenry County.
Three people charged with making threats in Nolan Wells case
Three people have been charged for making threats to a judge, a witness and local officials tied to the investigation of Nolan Well’s death.
Three people have been charged for making threats to a judge, a witness and local officials tied to the investigation of Nolan Well’s death.
Child seriously hurt in Crystal Lake e-bike crash as calls grow for tougher safety rules
A child is fighting for their life after an e-bike crash in Crystal Lake, adding to growing concerns about the safety of motorized bikes and scooters across the Chicago area.
A child is fighting for their life after an e-bike crash in Crystal Lake, adding to growing concerns about the safety of motorized bikes and scooters across the Chicago area.
Child critically injured in Crystal Lake e-bike crash as calls grow for tougher safety rules
A child is fighting for their life after an e-bike crash in Crystal Lake, adding to growing concerns about the safety of motorized bikes and scooters across the Chicago area.
A child is fighting for their life after an e-bike crash in Crystal Lake, adding to growing concerns about the safety of motorized bikes and scooters across the Chicago area.
Why thousands of library books are stuck in limbo across Chicago
A staffing shortage has left thousands of books backed up across Chicago Public Library branches, delaying holds, frustrating patrons and creating a growing challenge for library workers trying to keep up.
A staffing shortage has left thousands of books backed up across Chicago Public Library branches, delaying holds, frustrating patrons and creating a growing challenge for library workers trying to keep up.
Convicted mobster tied to NW Indiana gambling case faces new fraud charges
A man charged in a sweeping federal investigation into an alleged northwest Indiana mob-linked gambling operation is facing a new set of felony charges in Rhode Island, prompting a federal judge to reconsider whether he should remain free while awaiting trial.
A man charged in a sweeping federal investigation into an alleged northwest Indiana mob-linked gambling operation is facing a new set of felony charges in Rhode Island, prompting a federal judge to reconsider whether he should remain free while awaiting trial.
Convicted mobster tied to NW Indiana gambling case faces new fraud charges
A man charged in a sweeping federal investigation into an alleged Northwest Indiana mob-linked gambling operation is facing a new set of felony charges in Rhode Island.
A man charged in a sweeping federal investigation into an alleged Northwest Indiana mob-linked gambling operation is facing a new set of felony charges in Rhode Island.
Chicago crime: 2 men shot on West Side
Two men were shot and hospitalized Wednesday night in Chicago's West Garfield Park neighborhood.
Two men were shot and hospitalized Wednesday night in Chicago's West Garfield Park neighborhood.
Chicago murder suspect accused of killing two young women he dated
A Chicago man already behind bars on unrelated felony charges is now accused of killing two young women he was romantically involved with in separate shootings on the city's Southeast Side.
A Chicago man already behind bars on unrelated felony charges is now accused of killing two young women he was romantically involved with in separate shootings on the city's Southeast Side.
Chicago murder suspect accused of killing two young women he dated
A Chicago man already behind bars on unrelated felony charges is now accused of killing two young women he was romantically involved with in separate shootings on the city's Southeast Side
A Chicago man already behind bars on unrelated felony charges is now accused of killing two young women he was romantically involved with in separate shootings on the city's Southeast Side