The surprising reason why Americans could face high beef prices for years
Economists warn Americans shouldn’t expect relief on beef prices anytime soon. Here's why.
Economists warn Americans shouldn’t expect relief on beef prices anytime soon. Here's why.
Chicago Fire FC unveils new kit, brings back fan favorite theme nights for 2026 season
Chicago Fire FC is turning up the heat ahead of the 2026 Major League Soccer season with the reveal of a new kit, Valentine’s Day pop-up event and themed nights.
Chicago Fire FC is turning up the heat ahead of the 2026 Major League Soccer season with the reveal of a new kit, Valentine’s Day pop-up event and themed nights.
Chicago volunteers patrol Little Village streets, warning neighbors of ICE activity
Just five miles west of downtown Chicago, a group of young volunteers in Little Village is patrolling the neighborhood, using whistles and social media to alert residents when federal immigration agents are nearby.
Just five miles west of downtown Chicago, a group of young volunteers in Little Village is patrolling the neighborhood, using whistles and social media to alert residents when federal immigration agents are nearby.
‘ICE Breakers’ use whistles, social media alerts in Chicago neighborhood
Just five miles west of downtown Chicago, a group of young volunteers in Little Village is patrolling the neighborhood, using whistles and social media to alert residents when federal immigration agents are nearby.
Just five miles west of downtown Chicago, a group of young volunteers in Little Village is patrolling the neighborhood, using whistles and social media to alert residents when federal immigration agents are nearby.
Chicago man charged in violent CTA robbery
A Chicago man has been charged in connection with the beating and robbery of a 55-year-old man aboard a CTA train last fall.
A Chicago man has been charged in connection with the beating and robbery of a 55-year-old man aboard a CTA train last fall.
Chicago woman arrested nearly two weeks after 3 stabbed, including teen
A Chicago woman was arrested 13 days after three people, including a 16-year-old girl, were stabbed.
A Chicago woman was arrested 13 days after three people, including a 16-year-old girl, were stabbed.
Family plans to sue Valparaiso Community Schools over football injuries
A Valparaiso family plans to sue a local school district, alleging their freshman son was not properly treated after suffering a broken wrist and concussion during football practice.
A Valparaiso family plans to sue a local school district, alleging their freshman son was not properly treated after suffering a broken wrist and concussion during football practice.
Chicago woman shot by immigration agent sues DHS, releases video of shooting
Marimar Martinez, the woman who was shot by a U.S. Customs and Border Protection agent last October in Chicago, is accusing the federal government of smearing her during a failed prosecution in a new lawsuit.
Marimar Martinez, the woman who was shot by a U.S. Customs and Border Protection agent last October in Chicago, is accusing the federal government of smearing her during a failed prosecution in a new lawsuit.
Where are property taxes highest and lowest? Analysis of cities and states
The Midwest and Northeast states carry the highest tax rates, led by Illinois and New Jersey. Here’s a look at the rest.
The Midwest and Northeast states carry the highest tax rates, led by Illinois and New Jersey. Here’s a look at the rest.
Elmhurst Art Museum takes original artwork on the road to reach seniors
The Roosevelt at Salt Creek’s Tam Wagner previews the new Mobile Museum program, which brings original art directly into local communities to expand access and create hands-on cultural experiences for seniors.
The Roosevelt at Salt Creek’s Tam Wagner previews the new Mobile Museum program, which brings original art directly into local communities to expand access and create hands-on cultural experiences for seniors.
Chicago hemp business owners push back on city’s Delta-8 sales ban
Illinois Hemp Coalition Vice President Dipesh Sharma and hemp brand CEO Eric Harb discuss a planned town hall, concerns about the city’s hemp-derived product ban, what consumers should know about THC labeling, and how federal rules could reshape the industry later this year.
Illinois Hemp Coalition Vice President Dipesh Sharma and hemp brand CEO Eric Harb discuss a planned town hall, concerns about the city’s hemp-derived product ban, what consumers should know about THC labeling, and how federal rules could reshape the industry later this year.
Netanyahu meets Trump in Washington as U.S. ramps up pressure on Iran
Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu arrives in Washington for high-stakes talks with President Trump, as the U.S. signals possible military action and pushes for a tougher stance on Iran’s nuclear program.
Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu arrives in Washington for high-stakes talks with President Trump, as the U.S. signals possible military action and pushes for a tougher stance on Iran’s nuclear program.
Could Indiana land the Chicago Bears? Lawmakers pitch “Halas Harbor” stadium plan
Indiana state Rep. Earl Harris discusses Portage’s proposed “Halas Harbor,” the economic stakes and how far Indiana lawmakers might go to lure the Chicago Bears amid ongoing stadium talks in Illinois.
Indiana state Rep. Earl Harris discusses Portage’s proposed “Halas Harbor,” the economic stakes and how far Indiana lawmakers might go to lure the Chicago Bears amid ongoing stadium talks in Illinois.
Cook County man charged with kidnapping, sexual abuse after teen robbed of cellphone
Police say a suburban Chicago man is charged with kidnapping and sexually abusing a teenage girl during a Monday morning robbery.
Police say a suburban Chicago man is charged with kidnapping and sexually abusing a teenage girl during a Monday morning robbery.
Cook County man sentenced to 18 years for road rage shooting
A Melrose Park man has been sentenced to 18 years in prison for shooting another driver in DuPage County more than eight years ago.
A Melrose Park man has been sentenced to 18 years in prison for shooting another driver in DuPage County more than eight years ago.
January jobs report shows US added 130K jobs exceeding economists expectations
The Labor Department's Bureau of Labor Statistics (BLS) jobs report released Wednesday shows U.S. employers added 130,000 jobs in January, above the expectations of economists.
The Labor Department's Bureau of Labor Statistics (BLS) jobs report released Wednesday shows U.S. employers added 130,000 jobs in January, above the expectations of economists.
El Paso flights resume; Trump official says cartel drones breached airspace
Temporary flight restrictions to El Paso International Airport have been lifted by the Federal Aviation Administration and all flights will resume as normal.
Temporary flight restrictions to El Paso International Airport have been lifted by the Federal Aviation Administration and all flights will resume as normal.
Wrigleyville crime: Man shot, killed in Chicago carjacking
Chicago police say a 22-year-old man was killed in a carjacking early Wednesday in Wrigleyville.
Chicago police say a 22-year-old man was killed in a carjacking early Wednesday in Wrigleyville.
Illinois man arrested, Indiana state trooper injured during police chase in Lake County
An Illinois man was arrested and an Indiana state trooper seriously injured during a police chase Monday in Lake County.
An Illinois man was arrested and an Indiana state trooper seriously injured during a police chase Monday in Lake County.
Person of interest released in Nancy Guthrie investigation
A person of interest was released after being questioned in the disappearance of Nancy Guthrie in Arizona.
A person of interest was released after being questioned in the disappearance of Nancy Guthrie in Arizona.