Chicago Halloween party mass shooting: 15 wounded, police seek to shut down establishment
A suspect is in custody following a mass shooting at a Halloween party that left 15 people wounded in Chicago's North Lawndale neighborhood early Sunday morning.
Watch this baby penguin take its first swim at Chicago aquarium
The aquarium's newest arrival weighs a little over 4 pounds.
New video shows moment Chicago-area mother, daughter held hostage by Hamas were released
Two American nationals from Evanston who were held captive by Hamas have been freed by the terror group, and on Friday night, their family joyously spoke out.
Court documents reveal new information about murder of 6-year-old Muslim boy
The uncle of 6-year-old Wadea Al-Fayoume revealed on Monday the boy's last words to his mother.
Chicago closes roads as crowds flock downtown for Mexican Independence Day
The city has shut down some streets in downtown Chicago as large car caravans descend upon the Loop in celebration of Mexican Independence Day.
3-year-old riding one of Texas’ migrant buses dies on the way to Chicago, officials say
A 3-year-old child riding one of Texas’ migrant buses died while on the way to Chicago, officials said Friday, the first time the state has announced a death since it began shuttling thousands of migrants from the U.S.-Mexico border last year.
Chicago kitten killer: Wicker Park man allegedly microwaved kitten to death, killed several others
A Wicker Park man was accused of killing and torturing at least four kittens in June.
Drake hit by phone on opening night of 'It's All a Blur' Tour
After being hit by a flying phone, Drake continued singing without acknowledging being hit.
At least 23 people shot at Chicago area Juneteenth celebration: police
One person was killed and nearly two dozen others were hurt at what was supposed to be a "peaceful Juneteenth gathering."
Theater roof collapses: 1 killed and 28 injured as storms rock Chicago area
A band was reportedly playing on stage at the time of the collapse.
Watch: Chicago River goes green for famed St. Patrick's Day celebration
The grand Chicago tradition dates back to 1962.
Illinois woman finds husband's body in closet with Christmas decorations 8 months after disappearance
Richard Maedge’s body was found on Dec. 11, 2022 – nearly eight months after he went missing. His wife told police she had gone to a concealed closet area to retrieve a tote containing Christmas decorations, when she found Richard’s body.
Plainfield home's 'Stranger Things' decoration causes controversy
A suburban house is winning Halloween this year, but not without controversy.
Josiah Brown: Toddler pushed off Navy Pier into Lake Michigan dies from injuries
A 3-year-old boy who was pushed off Navy Pier in Chicago by his aunt on Monday has died from his injuries, according to the medical examiner's office.
Woman pushed 3-year-old nephew into water off Navy Pier then pretended she didn't know the child: prosecutors
Bail was denied for the woman who was charged with attempted murder after allegedly pushing her 3-year-old nephew into Lake Michigan off Navy Pier, leaving him in "very critical" condition.
R. Kelly trial goes to jurors as deliberations begin
The federal case in Chicago against R&B superstar R. Kelly is now in the hands of a jury at the end of a month-long trial.
Shocking discovery: Human fetus found on sidewalk in Chicago's Austin neighborhood
Why did someone leave a human fetus on a sidewalk in Chicago?
Texas sends bus of migrants to Chicago, mayor calls program 'racist'
Chicago's Democrat mayor called Gov. Greg Abbott’s strategy “racist and xenophobic.” Abbott's office said if Chicago has a problem with it, they should take it up with President Joe Biden.
Winner of Mega Millions billion-dollar jackpot has yet to claim prize
A month is a long time to sit on $1.3 billion.
Shooting at Six Flags Great America in Gurnee leaves 3 wounded
Six Flags Great America is working with local authorities to find the offenders responsible for a drive-by shooting Sunday night at the Gurnee theme park.