Trial for suspect accused of offering money for Bovino’s murder begins

The trial of an alleged Chicago gang member accused of offering $10,000 for the murder of a top U.S. Border Patrol official began Tuesday.

Driver dies after car leaves roadway, hits tree in Chicago suburb: officials

A 50-year-old man was killed Monday morning after his car left the roadway and struck a tree near northwest suburban Wonder Lake, authorities said.

Resident jumps into officer’s arms during Aurora house fire rescue, officials say

Multiple people were rescued from a house fire Saturday morning in Aurora, including one resident who jumped from a second-floor window into the arms of a police officer, officials said.

Walz's office, 5 other MN government offices served subpoenas in ICE obstruction investigation

The U.S. Department of Justice has served grand jury subpoenas to six Minnesota government offices. The subpoenas are part of a federal investigation into alleged conspiracy to coerce or obstruct federal law enforcement.

Top 5 Dry January drinks from Chicago's 'In Good Spirits'

We’re raising a glass without the alcohol. "The List" highlights five non-alcoholic cocktails you can easily make at home, curated with help from In Good Spirits, Chicago’s non-alcoholic bottle shop. From citrusy and refreshing mocktails to bold, bubbly alcohol-free drinks, these recipes show you don’t need alcohol to enjoy a great cocktail experience.

Pipe burst delays hundreds of flights at Chicago's O'Hare airport: FAA

Hundreds of flights were delayed Tuesday at O’Hare Airport after a water pipe burst in the airport’s main air traffic control tower.

Kidney donations decline amid growing public mistrust | ChicagoNOW
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New analysis shows kidney donations from deceased donors fell last year for the first time in more than a decade, contributing to fewer transplants nationwide.  

Chicago International Puppet Theater Festival returns for 8th year | ChicagoNOW
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The Chicago International Puppet Theater Festival kicks off its 8th edition, bringing 12 days of live puppetry to theaters and community spaces across the city through Feb. 1.

Chicago Children’s Museum opens Charley Harper exhibit | ChicagoNOW
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The Chicago Children’s Museum has opened I AM WILD: A Charley Harper Exhibit, a hands-on experienced inspired by the artist’s “minimal realism” style.  

These states rank as the best, worst places to drive in 2026: Poll

The average American driver lost nearly $900 and 49 hours to traffic in 2025, according to a new WalletHub study that ranks the best and worst states for driving.

Aurora Restaurant Week kicks off with local flavors and special menus
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Downtown economic development manager Danielle Tufano and La Quinta de los Reyes co-owner Claudia share what diners can expect as Aurora Restaurant Week officially gets underway today.

Chicago police warn of brazen overnight Honda Civic break-ins on West Side

Chicago police are investigating a series of overnight vehicle burglaries targeting late-model Honda Civics in several West Side neighborhoods.