Chicago-area boy died after longterm abuse, mother and boyfriend remain jailed
A Lake County coroner has identified an 8-year-old boy who died after being found unresponsive inside a Round Lake Beach home, as investigators continue probing what authorities describe as suspicious circumstances.
A Lake County coroner has identified an 8-year-old boy who died after being found unresponsive inside a Round Lake Beach home, as investigators continue probing what authorities describe as suspicious circumstances.
Stussy’s Diner turns painful history into Chicago South Side success story
A diner in Bridgeport sits at 3500 S. Halsted St., where decades ago, the owner's family was attacked and locked out of the building.
A diner in Bridgeport sits at 3500 S. Halsted St., where decades ago, the owner's family was attacked and locked out of the building.
Lake Erie ice crack forming: See video
Satellite imagery revealed a massive crack ripping across frozen Lake Erie as ice levels surge.
Satellite imagery revealed a massive crack ripping across frozen Lake Erie as ice levels surge.
Chicago crime: Suspect punched, stomped victim on CTA Red Line train, police say
A person was attacked and robbed on a CTA Red Line train earlier this month and police are looking for the suspect.
A person was attacked and robbed on a CTA Red Line train earlier this month and police are looking for the suspect.
Chicago weather: Mild start to the week continues Tuesday
It was a mild start to the workweek with highs in the upper 30s to low 40s.
It was a mild start to the workweek with highs in the upper 30s to low 40s.
Historic Chicago-area cemetery has served Black families for 99 years
Burr Oak Cemetery has been around for nearly a century and it's honoring its founders who sought to give Black families a place to bury their loved ones.
Burr Oak Cemetery has been around for nearly a century and it's honoring its founders who sought to give Black families a place to bury their loved ones.
Chicago area coroner IDs boy found dead as 2 suspects remain in jail
A Lake County coroner has identified an 8-year-old boy who died after being found unresponsive inside a Round Lake Beach home, as investigators continue probing what authorities describe as suspicious circumstances.
A Lake County coroner has identified an 8-year-old boy who died after being found unresponsive inside a Round Lake Beach home, as investigators continue probing what authorities describe as suspicious circumstances.
Child grabbed in Chicago suburb, person of interest in custody, police say
A person of interest is in police custody after a child was grabbed and their cellphone was stolen in suburban Palatine on Monday morning.
A person of interest is in police custody after a child was grabbed and their cellphone was stolen in suburban Palatine on Monday morning.
Illinos schools still underfunded for millions of kids, lawmakers say
Illinois state lawmakers are pushing new legislation to address the statewide pattern of underfunded school districts and the impact on students and their ability to maximize
Illinois state lawmakers are pushing new legislation to address the statewide pattern of underfunded school districts and the impact on students and their ability to maximize
Judge clears way for Siri class action lawsuit
A lawsuit against Apple could reach hundreds of millions of dollars after a judge cleared 3 million people to sue over Siri.
A lawsuit against Apple could reach hundreds of millions of dollars after a judge cleared 3 million people to sue over Siri.
DEA Chicago chief targets doctors charged with violent crimes
There’s a new top agent in charge at the DEA’s Chicago Field Division, and his focus goes beyond getting drugs off the street.
There’s a new top agent in charge at the DEA’s Chicago Field Division, and his focus goes beyond getting drugs off the street.
Nancy Guthrie disappearance: Former CIA agent says one mistake could crack case
A "mistake" by abductors may be the key to finding Nancy Guthrie, according to cybersecurity experts who believe human error will eventually bypass the encryption used in ransom notes.
A "mistake" by abductors may be the key to finding Nancy Guthrie, according to cybersecurity experts who believe human error will eventually bypass the encryption used in ransom notes.
DEA Chicago chief targets doctors charged with violent crimes
There’s a new top agent in charge at the DEA’s Chicago Field Division, and his focus goes beyond getting drugs off the street.
There’s a new top agent in charge at the DEA’s Chicago Field Division, and his focus goes beyond getting drugs off the street.
Savannah Guthrie pleads for help as mom remains missing
The Today show co-anchor posted an emotional video asking for answers as her 84-year-old mother has been missing for more than a week. Investigators say there’s still no suspect as the family faces a reported ransom deadline.
The Today show co-anchor posted an emotional video asking for answers as her 84-year-old mother has been missing for more than a week. Investigators say there’s still no suspect as the family faces a reported ransom deadline.
Chicago archbishop calls for Trump to apologize for "racist" video of Obamas
Chicago Archbishop Blase Cupich called on President Donald Trump to apologize for sharing what he called a "racist" video on social media depicting former President Barack Obama and his wife Michelle as apes.
Chicago Archbishop Blase Cupich called on President Donald Trump to apologize for sharing what he called a "racist" video on social media depicting former President Barack Obama and his wife Michelle as apes.
La Grange neighbors say squatter situation has become a safety concern
Residents in La Grange say they’re dealing with squatters who refuse to leave a home that was foreclosed on last year.
Residents in La Grange say they’re dealing with squatters who refuse to leave a home that was foreclosed on last year.
Chicago Bears and Illinois lawmakers closer to new stadium deal
The Chicago Bears and Illinois lawmakers are close to agreement on key issues that would keep the team in-state and help kickstart an Arlington Heights stadium project, according to multiple sources close to the talks.
The Chicago Bears and Illinois lawmakers are close to agreement on key issues that would keep the team in-state and help kickstart an Arlington Heights stadium project, according to multiple sources close to the talks.
Maxwell takes the fifth in Epstein probe
Ghislaine Maxwell refused to answer most questions in a closed House Oversight deposition, invoking the Fifth Amendment and saying she’d only testify if granted clemency. Lawmakers from both parties criticized the move as the Epstein investigation continues.
Ghislaine Maxwell refused to answer most questions in a closed House Oversight deposition, invoking the Fifth Amendment and saying she’d only testify if granted clemency. Lawmakers from both parties criticized the move as the Epstein investigation continues.
La Grange neighbors say squatter situation has become a safety concern
Some residents in La Grange say they’re dealing with squatters who refuse to leave a home that was foreclosed on last year — and they’re worried about what’s happening inside.
Some residents in La Grange say they’re dealing with squatters who refuse to leave a home that was foreclosed on last year — and they’re worried about what’s happening inside.
Clemency vs. pardon: Ghislaine Maxwell appeals for clemency from Trump
Ghislaine Maxwell indicated she’ll testify about Trump and Clinton – but only if she’s granted clemency. Here’s what we know.
Ghislaine Maxwell indicated she’ll testify about Trump and Clinton – but only if she’s granted clemency. Here’s what we know.