Juneteenth: Things to do in Chicago this weekend
There's plenty of Juneteenth celebrations happening in Chicago throughout the weekend. Choose Chicago's Roz Stuttley, breaks down some of the festivities.
There's plenty of Juneteenth celebrations happening in Chicago throughout the weekend. Choose Chicago's Roz Stuttley, breaks down some of the festivities.
Chicago U.S. Marine veteran killed in crash near I-55 and Midway Airport, police say
A Chicago U.S. Marine veteran was killed in a crash near Interstate 55 and Midway International Airport early Friday, authorities said.
A Chicago U.S. Marine veteran was killed in a crash near Interstate 55 and Midway International Airport early Friday, authorities said.
Israel and Hezbollah agree to ceasefire
Israel and Hezbollah have agreed to a ceasefire, but Israel says it will continue to respond to any incoming threats.
Israel and Hezbollah have agreed to a ceasefire, but Israel says it will continue to respond to any incoming threats.
Obama Presidential Center opens to public as Juneteenth celebrations unfold nationwide
The Obama Presidential Center opened to the public on Juneteenth, linking a new presidential legacy project with a national day of reflection and celebration.
The Obama Presidential Center opened to the public on Juneteenth, linking a new presidential legacy project with a national day of reflection and celebration.
Obama Presidential Center brings traffic concerns for South Side residents
With the Obama Presidential Center opening to the public today, concerns are growing about the impact it will have on South Side traffic. Ald. Desmon Yancy (5th) discusses what residents can expect.
With the Obama Presidential Center opening to the public today, concerns are growing about the impact it will have on South Side traffic. Ald. Desmon Yancy (5th) discusses what residents can expect.
The history of Juneteenth and how it became a federal holiday
Today, the nation observes Juneteenth, a day commemorating when the last enslaved people in the U.S. found out they were free. Events are planned across the country to mark the fifth year since June 19 became a federal holiday.
Today, the nation observes Juneteenth, a day commemorating when the last enslaved people in the U.S. found out they were free. Events are planned across the country to mark the fifth year since June 19 became a federal holiday.
Chicago man accused of killing wife on wedding night returned to US after arrest in Mexico
More than a decade after he was accused of killing his wife on their wedding night, Arnoldo Jimenez has been returned to the United States from Mexico.
More than a decade after he was accused of killing his wife on their wedding night, Arnoldo Jimenez has been returned to the United States from Mexico.
Expert breaks down uncertainty surrounding US-Iran agreement
A North Central College professor discusses how renewed fighting between Israel and Lebanon is affecting U.S.-Iran diplomacy, the future of the Strait of Hormuz and what steps Washington could take to keep the agreement on track.
A North Central College professor discusses how renewed fighting between Israel and Lebanon is affecting U.S.-Iran diplomacy, the future of the Strait of Hormuz and what steps Washington could take to keep the agreement on track.
Chicago Pride Fest celebrates 25 years with weekend of music, community and celebration
Chicago's Pride Fest returns this weekend for its 25th anniversary, bringing thousands to Northalsted for live entertainment, community events and a celebration of LGBTQ+ pride and inclusion.
Chicago's Pride Fest returns this weekend for its 25th anniversary, bringing thousands to Northalsted for live entertainment, community events and a celebration of LGBTQ+ pride and inclusion.
What we know as fire tears through Chicago restaurant on West Side
Thick smoke could be seen for miles as firefighters battled a large building fire on Chicago's West Side Friday morning.
Thick smoke could be seen for miles as firefighters battled a large building fire on Chicago's West Side Friday morning.
US-Iran nuclear talks on hold as Vance cancels Switzerland trip
Vice President JD Vance has canceled a planned trip to Switzerland for nuclear negotiations with Iran as the peace process faces new challenges amid continued fighting in the Middle East and growing political criticism in Washington.
Vice President JD Vance has canceled a planned trip to Switzerland for nuclear negotiations with Iran as the peace process faces new challenges amid continued fighting in the Middle East and growing political criticism in Washington.
Large fire tears through Jay's Backyard BBQ on Chicago's West Side
Thick smoke could be seen for miles as firefighters battled a large restaurant fire on Chicago's West Side Friday morning.
Thick smoke could be seen for miles as firefighters battled a large restaurant fire on Chicago's West Side Friday morning.
Chicago crime overnight: Teen killed in South Side shooting; man wounded in West Side drive-by
A 14-year-old boy was killed and a man was wounded in separate overnight shootings on Chicago's South and West sides.
A 14-year-old boy was killed and a man was wounded in separate overnight shootings on Chicago's South and West sides.
Chicago weather: Dry through Saturday, rain likely on Father's Day
Enjoy the sunshine while it lasts. Dry weather sticks around through Saturday before a cooler, wetter pattern moves in. Father's Day plans may need a backup option.
Enjoy the sunshine while it lasts. Dry weather sticks around through Saturday before a cooler, wetter pattern moves in. Father's Day plans may need a backup option.
Man accused of burning cross in Chicago's Grant Park released from custody
A 21-year-old man charged with burning a cross in Grant Park last week has been granted pretrial release.
A 21-year-old man charged with burning a cross in Grant Park last week has been granted pretrial release.
Demonstrators call for answers after fatal police shooting in Mundelein
A growing call for answers in Mundelein tonight. Family members, activists, and community supporters gathered today to protest the fatal police shooting of Mary Alice Love. they are pushing for accountability. Leslie Moreno has more.
A growing call for answers in Mundelein tonight. Family members, activists, and community supporters gathered today to protest the fatal police shooting of Mary Alice Love. they are pushing for accountability. Leslie Moreno has more.
Man fired by firm after viral video shows him scolding dad for taking young daughters into women's restroom
An irate customer who went viral for scolding a father inside a gas station's women's restroom while he was helping his two young daughters has been fired by a Mississippi real estate firm.
An irate customer who went viral for scolding a father inside a gas station's women's restroom while he was helping his two young daughters has been fired by a Mississippi real estate firm.
Obama Center's grand opening, pretrial data lawsuit | The Chicago Report
The Obama Center had its grand opening in Chicago today. And, a new lawsuit claims Illinois state courts are hiding pretrial data. All this and more on The Chicago Report.
The Obama Center had its grand opening in Chicago today. And, a new lawsuit claims Illinois state courts are hiding pretrial data. All this and more on The Chicago Report.
Family demands accountability in Mundelein police shooting
Family members, friends and activists gathered in Mundelein Thursday evening to demand accountability following the fatal police shooting of 37-year-old Mary Alice Love.
Family members, friends and activists gathered in Mundelein Thursday evening to demand accountability following the fatal police shooting of 37-year-old Mary Alice Love.
Lawsuit claims Illinois state courts hiding pretrial data | The Chicago Report
Illinois made history by ending cash bail under the Pretrial Fairness Act. But tonight, a new lawsuit claims state courts are operating in the shadows.
Illinois made history by ending cash bail under the Pretrial Fairness Act. But tonight, a new lawsuit claims state courts are operating in the shadows.