Chicago-area apartment fire forces residents to jump out windows
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Residents in a Hanover Park apartment woke up to a fire that forced some of them to have to jump out of their window to escape.

US granted permanent military access to Greenland
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President Trump announced a deal to expand security efforts in Greenland, while it won't compromise the territory's sovereignty.

FAA approves Trump's triumphal arch, requires 'eternal flame' on top

President Trump's proposed triumphal arch outside Arlington National Cemetery just cleared another hurdle, though it's unclear when construction could begin.

‘Something fun’: Man fired over bikini-clad barista photos accused of torching former employer’s store

An Arizona man who was fired from a feed store north of Phoenix for allegedly taking pictures of bikini-clad baristas is accused of setting fire to tens of thousands of dollars’ worth of hay bales on his former employer’s property earlier this year. 

What to know as early voting begins in Chicago | ChicagoLIVE
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We spoke to Cook County Clerk Monica Gordon right before early voting starts for the 2026 midterm election this month.

Chicago weather: 'Waves' of showers, storms pose flooding risk

The Chicago area is seeing waves of rain and possible thunderstorms throughout Saturday, which could pose a flooding risk.

Chicago crime: 3 shot in River North, pedestrian hit, killed on LSD
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Three men were shot, one critically injured, during an altercation in Chicago’s River North neighborhood early Saturday morning.

Blue Island School District parents raise concerns over unsanitary school conditions
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Students, parents and former custodians are raising concerns about conditions inside schools in Blue Island School District 130 following the layoffs of about 30 union custodians and a transition to a private cleaning company.

Hundreds form human chain outside Kennedy Center to protest demolition threats

Hundreds of protesters gathered outside the Kennedy Center and linked hands to form a human chain in response to President Donald Trump’s threats to tear down the historic arts venue.

Melissa & Doug recalls toy sold at Target due to choking hazard

A popular Melissa & Doug children’s fire truck toy has been recalled after a small plastic part was reported to come loose, creating a potential choking hazard.

Park Forest registered sex offender arrested after allegedly approaching student at bus stop

Park Forest police have arrested a registered sex offender after authorities say he made sexually inappropriate comments to a juvenile at a school bus stop earlier this month.

Bears stadium talks: Records show August meetings with Illinois officials

The Bears have repeatedly said their focus is on Indiana. But a new report reveals the team was still talking with Illinois officials last month.