Jury convicts man of murder in Crystal Lake disappearance
A Kane County jury has found a man guilty of first-degree murder and concealment of a homicidal death in the killing of a man who disappeared while planning a trip to Florida.
A Kane County jury has found a man guilty of first-degree murder and concealment of a homicidal death in the killing of a man who disappeared while planning a trip to Florida.
Woman identified after being recovered from Chicago River
The body of a woman was pulled out of the south branch of the Chicago River Monday morning.
The body of a woman was pulled out of the south branch of the Chicago River Monday morning.
Army veteran shares journey to healing with Rush’s Road Home program | ChicagoNOW
Army combat veteran Melvin Gatewood opens up about life after injury, dealing with survivors’ remorse, and the mental and physical challenges veterans face at home.
Army combat veteran Melvin Gatewood opens up about life after injury, dealing with survivors’ remorse, and the mental and physical challenges veterans face at home.
White Sox ACE program gives Chicago youth a pass to success | ChicagoNOW
The Chicago White Sox’s Ace program continues to support local youth with academic, athletic and personal development resources.
The Chicago White Sox’s Ace program continues to support local youth with academic, athletic and personal development resources.
Gen Z and millennials are ditching curated events – here’s what they want now | ChicagoNOW
A new Eventbrite study shows Gen Z and millennials are favoring more casual, community-focused live events as digital fatigue and a desire for connection grow.
A new Eventbrite study shows Gen Z and millennials are favoring more casual, community-focused live events as digital fatigue and a desire for connection grow.
Suburban Chicago man found guilty of sexually assaulting stepdaughter
A suburban Chicago man was found guilty of repeatedly sexually assaulting his stepdaughter in 2006, prosecutors said.
A suburban Chicago man was found guilty of repeatedly sexually assaulting his stepdaughter in 2006, prosecutors said.
Home prices in Chicago climb faster than U.S. average | ChicagoNOW
According to real estate data, Chicago’s housing market saw price growth well above the national pace in December.
According to real estate data, Chicago’s housing market saw price growth well above the national pace in December.
Missing person alert for Chicago girl last seen in January canceled, police say
The missing person alert for a 17-year-old girl last seen in late January on the city’s South Side has been canceled.
The missing person alert for a 17-year-old girl last seen in late January on the city’s South Side has been canceled.
Bartlett police investigate death behind local business
Bartlett police are investigating the death of a person found behind a business Friday on County Farm Road.
Bartlett police are investigating the death of a person found behind a business Friday on County Farm Road.
Driving with snow on top of your car is illegal in several states across the US
Drivers who don't clear the top of their vehicles can face fines as high as $1,500 in several states.
Drivers who don't clear the top of their vehicles can face fines as high as $1,500 in several states.
New SNAP work rules take effect, putting millions at risk of losing benefits
New federal SNAP work requirements are now in effect, expanding age limits, narrowing exemptions, and potentially cutting food assistance for millions of Americans as soon as May 1.
New federal SNAP work requirements are now in effect, expanding age limits, narrowing exemptions, and potentially cutting food assistance for millions of Americans as soon as May 1.
New TSA fee takes effect for travelers without a Real ID
Travelers flying without a Real ID can now pay a $45 TSA “Confirm ID” fee to verify their identity online, a change that’s drawing mixed reactions from passengers at O’Hare.
Travelers flying without a Real ID can now pay a $45 TSA “Confirm ID” fee to verify their identity online, a change that’s drawing mixed reactions from passengers at O’Hare.
Groundhog Day 2026: Punxsutawney Phil sees shadow, signaling six more weeks of winter
Punxsutawney Phil emerged from his tree stump on Monday and saw his shadow, signaling six more weeks of winter.
Punxsutawney Phil emerged from his tree stump on Monday and saw his shadow, signaling six more weeks of winter.
18 years later, family of Lane Bryant victim still searching for answers
Eighteen years after the Lane Bryant murders, Mike Hudek reflects on losing his sister Carrie and shares why his family continues to push for progress in the unsolved case.
Eighteen years after the Lane Bryant murders, Mike Hudek reflects on losing his sister Carrie and shares why his family continues to push for progress in the unsolved case.
Chicago woman shot by Border Patrol agent calls for release of body camera video
A Chicago woman shot multiple times by a Border Patrol agent is demanding the release of body camera footage as she prepares to speak in Washington, D.C., alongside others injured by federal agents.
A Chicago woman shot multiple times by a Border Patrol agent is demanding the release of body camera footage as she prepares to speak in Washington, D.C., alongside others injured by federal agents.
I-90 shut down after semi rollover injures EMS worker in Hoffman Estates
A semi-truck crash early Monday shut down all westbound lanes of Interstate 90 in Hoffman Estates after an EMS worker and a truck driver were injured.
A semi-truck crash early Monday shut down all westbound lanes of Interstate 90 in Hoffman Estates after an EMS worker and a truck driver were injured.
Chicago crime: Man, 29, shot inside car in Bronzeville
A man was shot inside a car Sunday afternoon in Chicago's Bronzeville neighborhood.
A man was shot inside a car Sunday afternoon in Chicago's Bronzeville neighborhood.
Chicago weather: Cold sticks around but signs point to warmer days ahead
Light freezing drizzle and snow could make early travel slick, cold temperatures persist through the week, and a brief thaw may arrive before another cold snap this weekend.
Light freezing drizzle and snow could make early travel slick, cold temperatures persist through the week, and a brief thaw may arrive before another cold snap this weekend.
Alex Pretti shooting: 2 Border Patrol agents reportedly identified in Minnesota incident
CBP agent Jesus Ochoa and CBP officer Raymundo Gutierrez were named as two federal agents allegedly involved in Alex Pretti's death, ProPublica reports.
CBP agent Jesus Ochoa and CBP officer Raymundo Gutierrez were named as two federal agents allegedly involved in Alex Pretti's death, ProPublica reports.
Father Michael Pfleger honored for civil rights work at Black History Month celebration
It’s not every day a Catholic priest preaches inside a Baptist church, but on Sunday, the first day of Black History Month, Chicago civil rights activist Father Michael Pfleger was honored at King of Kings Missionary Baptist Church in Lynwood.
It’s not every day a Catholic priest preaches inside a Baptist church, but on Sunday, the first day of Black History Month, Chicago civil rights activist Father Michael Pfleger was honored at King of Kings Missionary Baptist Church in Lynwood.