Edgewater stabbing: Suspect in custody after Good Samaritan killed while intervening in attack
A man was stabbed to death in Edgewater Wednesday night while trying to stop an attacker from hurting two others.
A man was stabbed to death in Edgewater Wednesday night while trying to stop an attacker from hurting two others.
Chinese spy balloon could collect intelligence signals, US says
China’s balloon that crossed the United States was part of a huge, military-linked aerial spy program that targeted more than 40 countries, the Biden administration said Thursday.
China’s balloon that crossed the United States was part of a huge, military-linked aerial spy program that targeted more than 40 countries, the Biden administration said Thursday.
South Side Irish Parade announces this year's Grand Marshal and honoree
The South Side Irish Parade takes place March 12 down Western Avenue between 103rd and 115th streets.
The South Side Irish Parade takes place March 12 down Western Avenue between 103rd and 115th streets.
Winning Mega Millions ticket sold in Northbrook
One lucky Illinois Lottery player is $1 million richer after a winning Mega Millions ticket was sold in Cook County.
One lucky Illinois Lottery player is $1 million richer after a winning Mega Millions ticket was sold in Cook County.
Dakotah Earley sues Chicago, Lightfoot, Supt. Brown over police pursuit policy
Dakotah Earley nearly died and lost part of his leg after a shooting in Lincoln Park that lawyers say could have been prevented by the city of Chicago if it weren't for police pursuit policies in place.
Dakotah Earley nearly died and lost part of his leg after a shooting in Lincoln Park that lawyers say could have been prevented by the city of Chicago if it weren't for police pursuit policies in place.
Jailyn Bledsoe murder: Mother filed lawsuit against owner of BP gas station in Oak Park
The mother of Jailyn Bledsoe filed a lawsuit against the owner of an Oak Park BP gas station this week. The 18-year-old was robbed and shot there last year. The complaint claims there have been multiple violent crimes at that station in the past few years.
The mother of Jailyn Bledsoe filed a lawsuit against the owner of an Oak Park BP gas station this week. The 18-year-old was robbed and shot there last year. The complaint claims there have been multiple violent crimes at that station in the past few years.
Chicago pastor calls on city leaders to stopping Kia, Hyundai thefts
Insurance claims are skyrocketing among Kias and Hyundais nationwide after teens took to social media explaining how to break in and steal these types of cars. West Side pastor Robin Hood says this is a community and legislative issue. State representatives call on the manufactures to do more for car owners.
Insurance claims are skyrocketing among Kias and Hyundais nationwide after teens took to social media explaining how to break in and steal these types of cars. West Side pastor Robin Hood says this is a community and legislative issue. State representatives call on the manufactures to do more for car owners.
Dakotah Earley sues city of Chicago after being wounded in Lincoln Park shooting
Lawyers for Dakotah Early will announce a lawsuit against the city of Chicago today after he was seriously wounded in a shooting last year. The lawsuit claims the city's "no pursuit" policy left Earley in danger.
Lawyers for Dakotah Early will announce a lawsuit against the city of Chicago today after he was seriously wounded in a shooting last year. The lawsuit claims the city's "no pursuit" policy left Earley in danger.
Man killed trying to stop knife-wielding attacker in Edgewater
A man was killed when he tried to stop an woman with a knife from harming two others Wednesday night in Edgewater.
A man was killed when he tried to stop an woman with a knife from harming two others Wednesday night in Edgewater.
Superintendent David Brown preparing to leave CPD: report
Sources tell the Sun-Times Supt. Brown's aids have begun preparing a "legacy document" of his accomplishments and goals, apparently laying the groundwork for his exit.
Sources tell the Sun-Times Supt. Brown's aids have begun preparing a "legacy document" of his accomplishments and goals, apparently laying the groundwork for his exit.
School district auctioning off strange items to benefit students
A local school district is offering a strange collection of items to benefit students.
A local school district is offering a strange collection of items to benefit students.
Chicagoan wins Grammy after advocating for spoken word category
A Chicagoan advocated for spoken word to be acknowledged at the Grammy's and his perseverance is now inspiring the masses.
A Chicagoan advocated for spoken word to be acknowledged at the Grammy's and his perseverance is now inspiring the masses.
Peach's in Bronzeville gives back to community while growing future leaders
Bronzeville is known for its landmark buildings and galleries, but there's also a breakfast and lunch spot the locals flock to that has often been voted one of the best in the city.
Bronzeville is known for its landmark buildings and galleries, but there's also a breakfast and lunch spot the locals flock to that has often been voted one of the best in the city.
Chicago custom shoe store creates special shoe for woman with world's largest feet
Last year, Tanya Herbert earned her place in the Guinness World Record Book for having the world's largest feet on a living female.
Last year, Tanya Herbert earned her place in the Guinness World Record Book for having the world's largest feet on a living female.
Chicago Auto Show returns this weekend with cutting-edge concept cars
The Chicago Auto Show opens this weekend, and one of the biggest draws is always a look into the future of cars.
The Chicago Auto Show opens this weekend, and one of the biggest draws is always a look into the future of cars.
Chicago mayoral candidates bash Lightfoot for public safety record
Chicago Alderwoman Sophia King and other challengers to Mayor Lori Lightfoot blasted her record on public safety Wednesday at a forum sponsored by the Sun-Times and public radio.
Chicago Alderwoman Sophia King and other challengers to Mayor Lori Lightfoot blasted her record on public safety Wednesday at a forum sponsored by the Sun-Times and public radio.
Students learn how to administer NARCAN
Wednesday was all about education and prevention. EMS organizers want to ensure that high school students are able to recognize if someone is experiencing a medical episode, including an overdose.
Wednesday was all about education and prevention. EMS organizers want to ensure that high school students are able to recognize if someone is experiencing a medical episode, including an overdose.
Sources: Chief of Detectives to leave the Chicago Police Department
Chief of Detectives Brendan Deenihan will be leaving the Chicago Police Department, sources said Wednesday.
Chief of Detectives Brendan Deenihan will be leaving the Chicago Police Department, sources said Wednesday.
Shoppers react after Walmart announces closure of three suburban stores
The reason for the Homewood location closure? Walmart says because of its poor performance record, and that it "did not meet Walmart?s financial expectations."
The reason for the Homewood location closure? Walmart says because of its poor performance record, and that it "did not meet Walmart?s financial expectations."
Hope fading as deaths in Turkey, Syria earthquake pass 11,000
The 7.8 magnitude quake and its powerful aftershocks were so immense — and spread so wide, including in areas isolated by Syria’s ongoing civil war — that many are still waiting for help.
The 7.8 magnitude quake and its powerful aftershocks were so immense — and spread so wide, including in areas isolated by Syria’s ongoing civil war — that many are still waiting for help.