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Cyclist killed in hit-and-run crash in Melrose Park
A man in his 30s who was cycling in suburban Melrose Park was killed in a hit-and-run crash early Tuesday morning, according to authorities.
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With US poised to reclassify cannabis at federal level, here's how businesses, individuals may be affected
As the U.S. is poised to reclassify cannabis at the federal level, owners of cannabis businesses and those with past criminal convictions are among many impacted by the change.
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Illinois residents targeted in ‘phantom' healthcare billing scam
For months, NBC 5 Responds has been looking into how scammers are using your medical information to con insurance companies into paying out big bucks in a scam that has impacted people across Illinois... -
Millions of birds migrating over Illinois overnight, experts warn
Experts are warning residents of high volumes of migrating birds overnight Tuesday and into Wednesday morning, urging them to take precautions to keep the animals safe.
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DePaul joins nationwide pro-Palestinian college protests as encampment continues at University of Chicago
Similar to protesters on other campuses, demonstrators at DePaul are calling on the university to disinvest from companies that do business with Israel, while also calling on the university to call for a ceasefire.
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Chicagoans share their best ‘life hacks' for living in the city
What’s a “hack” to living in Chicago that only someone living in the city would know?
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Associate of suspected Chicago cop killer ordered held on felony gun charges
Caschaus Tate, 20, was ordered detained Tuesday afternoon by a Cook County judge after being arrested Friday for allegedly trying to get rid of Officer Luis Huesca’s stolen gun.
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Suburban carnival canceled due to ‘safety concerns' after similar cancellation over weekend
Just days after a carnival in suburban Lake in the Hills was halted due to disruptive crowds and reports of fights, another community has canceled a similar event set for this weekend.
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LIV Golf to host Individual Championship at suburban public course
Officials announced Tuesday that Bolingbrook Golf Club, a public course about 30 miles south west of Chicago, will host LIV Golf’s Individual Championship in 2024.
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Police search for woman caught on camera ransacking suburban police station lobby
Police in suburban Island Lake are seeking the public’s help after surveillance video captures a woman ransacking the police station lobby early Tuesday morning before leaving the scene.
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Is there a ‘facility fee' on your medical bill? Here's what to know about the charge
The next time you receive a medical bill, take a close look at it line by line. A certain type of fee is popping up on more and more bills, and experts say it can range anywhere from a couple bucks to $1,000.
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Walmart to close 51 health centers in US, including 1 in Illinois
Walmart is closing its health centers and virtual care service, including one in Illinois, the U.S. retailer said Tuesday.
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Cicadas are starting to emerge in Illinois. Here's a map of where to expect them
Cicadas are officially emerging from the ground in several parts of the Chicago area as the start of a historic emergence begins. But where can you expect them most?
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Illinois' largest water park to open for 2024 season in June
First come the cicadas, next comes water park season.
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Law firm representing village of Dolton resigns from pending cases
The law firm representing south suburban Dolton in at least 19 lawsuits in Cook County and federal court is planning to withdraw from the cases due to lack of payment.
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Massive new rollercoaster opens at iconic Midwestern amusement park
One of the world’s tallest and fastest roller coasters will open for business at an iconic Midwestern theme park this weekend.
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CHICAGO FORECAST: Sunny and Mild Tuesday
A few showers overnight