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McHenry County 5 mins ago

Lake in the Hills spring carnival won't reopen after fights lead to closure

A spring carnival in north suburban Lake in the Hills will not be permitted to resume after police were forced to break up multiple fights Saturday night, leading to an early closure of the event....

Belmont Cragin 33 mins ago

Teen boy, woman wounded in Belmont Cragin shooting
Lake County sheriff’s office 2 hours ago

Lake County man arrested, charged with stabbing man during argument

Chicago Police 3 hours ago

Visitation set for Officer Luis Huesca as reward increases to $100K

Family, friends, colleagues and Chicago-area residents will begin to pay their respects to Officer Luis Huesca on Sunday, with a public visitation set to take place in suburban Oak Lawn.
Logan Square 3 hours ago

Man critically injured in Logan Square Walgreens parking lot shooting

A 28-year-old man is in critical condition after he was shot in the parking lot of a Chicago Walgreens on Sunday morning.
3 hours ago

Chicago Forecast: More storms in the forecast

Isolated storms possible Sunday evening before more widespread rain overnight
Chicago Weather 11 hours ago

Strong to severe thunderstorms expected through early Sunday

Strong to severe thunderstorms were slated to move across northern Illinois through Sunday morning, bringing potential damaging winds and hail in some spots, according to the National Weather Service....

Cook County 15 hours ago

Answers sought over use of taxpayer dollars in Thornton Township

Residents from several south suburban communities stood united on Saturday as they pushed for accountability and transparency into how their tax dollars are being spent. “We want people to know what is going on so we can try to stop it,” said Mary Avant, a retired police officer who lives in Dolton. Embattled Dolton Mayor Tiffany Henyard also serve...
chicago news 11 hours ago

Reward increases to $100K for arrest in Chicago Police Officer Luis Huesca's killing

The reward for information leading to the arrest and conviction of the person who shot and killed Chicago Police Officer Luis Huesca has jumped to $100,000, authorities announced Saturday. One day prior, Chicago police released new photos of the suspected gunman, who was identified as Xavier Tate Jr. While a warrant was issued for Tate’s arre...
chicago news 20 hours ago

Chicago police seek man who sexually abused 10-year-old girl at Museum of Science and Industry

Chicago police are looking for the person who sexually abused a girl at the Museum of Science and Industry after she became separated from her group, authorities said. The crime in question occurred on Thursday at the museum, 5700 S. DuSable Lake Shore Drive. Chicago police on Saturday issued a community alert, explaining the 10-year-old girl, who ...
Chicago Lawn 20 hours ago

UPDATE: Pegnant 15-year-old last seen in Marquette Park found

Chicago police are searching for a missing 15-year-old girl who was last seen Thursday afternoon in the city’s Marquette Park neighborhood.
WOODSTOCK Apr 27

Minivan crashes into dugout at Woodstock baseball field after children inside mistakenly put car into drive while adjusting radio

No serious injuries were reported after a car crashed into a dugout at a baseball field in Woodstock, authorities said.
business news Apr 27

Demolition at Spring Hill Mall expected to begin this summer

What will happen to Spring Hall Mall now that it has closed? Village officials gave a new update this week on where things stand and what’s next for the once-popular suburban shopping center.
Chicago Weather Apr 27

Chicago Forecast: Windy conditions, summer-like temperatures ahead of evening storms

Following a bit of a cooler finish to the work week, Chicago-area residents are in for another roller coaster of weather this weekend, beginning with strong winds and summer-like temperatures on Saturday before storms move in.
Apr 27

Chicago Forecast: Warm & windy Saturday; strong evening storms

Some storms may be severe this evening
chicago news Apr 27

Chicago police release new photos of suspect in murder of Officer Luis Huesca

Authorities late Friday released new photos of the suspect who allegedly shot and killed Chicago Police Officer Luis Huesca as they pleaded for anyone with information on his whereabouts to come forward. In a community alert at 10:51 p.m., Chicago police said an arrest warrant had been issued for Xavier Tate Jr., 22, who was wanted in connection wi...
Chicago Bears Apr 26

Bears season ticket holder, lawmakers skeptical over lakefront stadium proposal

A number of Chicago Bears season ticket holders watched on Wednesday as the team took the wraps off plans for a domed stadium along the lakefront. Tom Werner was among the loyal fans who had questions. “So when (Brandon) Johnson says no new taxes, well, where’s the money going to come from?” asked Werner, who used to work in...
Southwest Airlines Apr 26

Southwest Airlines weighing changes to unique boarding process, seating practices

Southwest Airlines is studying changes to its quirky boarding and seating policies as it searches for ways to raise more revenue.
chicago news Apr 26

Small businesses out thousands in expected revenue following closures of Foxtrot, Dom's Market

Three days after Foxtrot and Dom’s Market announced their sudden closures, former employees are scrambling to find jobs. Several rallied Friday for workers’ rights, believing the parent company, Outfox Hospitality, might have violated the WARN Act. Outfox Hospitality could not be reached for comment Friday, but according to a message on...
Cicadas Illinois Apr 26

How loud will 2024 cicadas be? In one state, the noise has sparked 911 calls

Much has been said about the historic 2024 cicada emergence – from size to timing and more – but when it comes to noise levels, it appears things could get loud. So loud that residents in at least one state are already calling 911.

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