Chicago weather: Warmest stretch of 2026 continues with storm threat Friday
Chicago will see summerlike warmth and increasing humidity through the weekend, with multiple rounds of showers and thunderstorms Friday—including a risk for strong storms—followed by continued heat, muggy conditions and additional storm chances into next week.
Chicago will see summerlike warmth and increasing humidity through the weekend, with multiple rounds of showers and thunderstorms Friday—including a risk for strong storms—followed by continued heat, muggy conditions and additional storm chances into next week.
Convicted felon charged after loaded gun found at Naperville TopGolf: prosecutors
A previously convicted felon has been charged after a loaded gun in the parking lot of the Naperville TopGolf, according to DuPage County State’s Attorney.
A previously convicted felon has been charged after a loaded gun in the parking lot of the Naperville TopGolf, according to DuPage County State’s Attorney.
Chicago-area dentist accused of leaving patients without permanent teeth: 'I used Gorilla Glue'
Jenny, a domestic violence and cancer survivor, says she paid up to $40,000 to implant dentist Dr. Paul Petrungaro for full-mouth reconstruction but was left with years of painful temporary dentures and unfinished treatment.
Jenny, a domestic violence and cancer survivor, says she paid up to $40,000 to implant dentist Dr. Paul Petrungaro for full-mouth reconstruction but was left with years of painful temporary dentures and unfinished treatment.
Bomb squad responds to incident on I-290 in Cook County; fatality confirmed
Police, a bomb squad and federal agents are responding to an incident on the Eisenhower Expressway on Thursday, forcing the closure of I-290 in both directions near Interstate 294.
Police, a bomb squad and federal agents are responding to an incident on the Eisenhower Expressway on Thursday, forcing the closure of I-290 in both directions near Interstate 294.
Illinois lawmakers looking to regulate speed limits for e-bikes
There are concerns about the growing use of high speed electric bikes and scooters across the state. So state leaders are now pushing new legislation that they say is long overdue. Sylvia has the latest on a new bill waiting for the governor's signature.
There are concerns about the growing use of high speed electric bikes and scooters across the state. So state leaders are now pushing new legislation that they say is long overdue. Sylvia has the latest on a new bill waiting for the governor's signature.
Waymo blocks Dallas road as first responders rush to explosion
Newly released body camera video shows a Dallas County deputy constable forced to manually drive an empty autonomous Waymo vehicle that was blocking emergency crews following a fatal natural gas apartment explosion.
Newly released body camera video shows a Dallas County deputy constable forced to manually drive an empty autonomous Waymo vehicle that was blocking emergency crews following a fatal natural gas apartment explosion.
High school senior who did split at graduation receives diploma
You probably remember the viral graduation split that sparked a nationwide debate and left a Chicago teen without the diploma she says she earned. After days of controversy, millions of views online, and a face-to-face meeting with her principal, Tyvion Campbell went back to school. Here's Tia Ewing with an update.
You probably remember the viral graduation split that sparked a nationwide debate and left a Chicago teen without the diploma she says she earned. After days of controversy, millions of views online, and a face-to-face meeting with her principal, Tyvion Campbell went back to school. Here's Tia Ewing with an update.
An alderman wants Chicago to become its own pharmacist
A Chatham Walgreens closed Thursday after more than 20 years, and the alderman who watched it happen wants the city of Chicago to step in where corporate pharmacy has stepped out.
A Chatham Walgreens closed Thursday after more than 20 years, and the alderman who watched it happen wants the city of Chicago to step in where corporate pharmacy has stepped out.
Pokémon GO Fest returns to Chicago this weekend
That music tells you what's coming. Pokemon Go Fest is about to start in Chicago. The craze is already on. Joanie Lum is live at the pop-up store where customers need a ticket to get in.
That music tells you what's coming. Pokemon Go Fest is about to start in Chicago. The craze is already on. Joanie Lum is live at the pop-up store where customers need a ticket to get in.
An alderman wants Chicago to become its own pharmacist
A Chatham Walgreens closed Thursday after more than 20 years, and the alderman who watched it happen wants the city of Chicago to step in where corporate pharmacy has stepped out.
A Chatham Walgreens closed Thursday after more than 20 years, and the alderman who watched it happen wants the city of Chicago to step in where corporate pharmacy has stepped out.
Chicago braces for large teen takeovers at Foster Beach
Chicago police are preparing for what could be another large youth gathering along the city’s lakefront as students across the area begin summer break.
Chicago police are preparing for what could be another large youth gathering along the city’s lakefront as students across the area begin summer break.
Chicago braces for teen takeovers at Foster Beach
Chicago police are getting ready for another big teen gathering, this time at Foster Beach. City leaders are warning residents to expect large crowds and a heavy police presence to match. Leslie Moreno has the details.
Chicago police are getting ready for another big teen gathering, this time at Foster Beach. City leaders are warning residents to expect large crowds and a heavy police presence to match. Leslie Moreno has the details.
Amazon employee killed in shooting at Melrose Park delivery station
An Amazon employee is dead after a shooting at a delivery station in the west suburbs this morning. Police are still searching for the shooter. Lauren Scafidi is live in Melrose Park.
An Amazon employee is dead after a shooting at a delivery station in the west suburbs this morning. Police are still searching for the shooter. Lauren Scafidi is live in Melrose Park.
Shelter in place lifted during manhunt in Lansing
Police say a person was shot and killed at a Nippon Paint automotive near 170th and Oakwood Avenue in Lansing.
Police say a person was shot and killed at a Nippon Paint automotive near 170th and Oakwood Avenue in Lansing.
Police search for suspect in fatal shooting at Melrose Park Amazon delivery station
An Amazon employee was fatally shot at a Melrose Park delivery station Thursday morning in what police believe was a targeted attack stemming from a personal dispute, and the suspect remains at large.
An Amazon employee was fatally shot at a Melrose Park delivery station Thursday morning in what police believe was a targeted attack stemming from a personal dispute, and the suspect remains at large.
Heat map: Here's who's least likely to have air conditioning
As summer temperatures climb, new Census Bureau data reveals that access to air conditioning isn't equal across all counties.
As summer temperatures climb, new Census Bureau data reveals that access to air conditioning isn't equal across all counties.
Chicago man accused of attacking woman, running her over turns himself in: sheriff
A Chicago man accused of attacking a woman in her home, stealing her purse and then striking her with a vehicle is now in custody after turning himself in, authorities said.
A Chicago man accused of attacking a woman in her home, stealing her purse and then striking her with a vehicle is now in custody after turning himself in, authorities said.
Ald. Hall announces ‘cutting-edge’ pharmacy solution amid South Side Walgreens closure | ChicagoLIVE
After the closure of the Walgreens on Chicago’s South Side, Ald. William Hall talks about the impact and next steps for the community.
After the closure of the Walgreens on Chicago’s South Side, Ald. William Hall talks about the impact and next steps for the community.
Detective accused of pulling gun on officer over microwaved fish
A South Carolina detective has been arrested and fired after allegedly pointing his department-issued firearm at a fellow officer inside the Myrtle Beach Police Department, according to authorities.
A South Carolina detective has been arrested and fired after allegedly pointing his department-issued firearm at a fellow officer inside the Myrtle Beach Police Department, according to authorities.
Chicago police warn of downtown cellphone robberies
Chicago police are warning residents and visitors about a pair of cellphone robberies in the Loop that investigators believe may be connected.
Chicago police are warning residents and visitors about a pair of cellphone robberies in the Loop that investigators believe may be connected.