What is a sun dog? What causes them?
Have you ever looked up in the sky and noticed colored spots on either one or both sides of the sun? If so, you probably saw a sun dog, also known as parhelia or mock sun.
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Have you ever looked up in the sky and noticed colored spots on either one or both sides of the sun? If so, you probably saw a sun dog, also known as parhelia or mock sun.
Jared Childs, 18, of Evanston, and Rashaun Watkins, 20, of Skokie, were both charged with two felony counts of aggravated unlawful use of a weapon.
Police said the man broke into a home in Berwyn and killed two dogs, then later fired at officers in a nearby yard.
Vice President Kamala Harris, the Democratic candidate, won Illinois' popular vote in November, and will get all 19 of the state's electoral votes.
Illinois will officially certify its 19 Electoral College votes on Tuesday, as electors will meet in Springfield to cast their vote in the presidential election.
A billboard along the Kennedy Expressway is using the holiday season to seemingly troll the Illinois construction project that has yet to be completed.
Although Shane Wimmer, 21, began making candy as a kid and has only been making his signature caramels at his Libertyville facility for about four months, he's been creating candy for over a decade.
In August, Shane Wimmer moved his company, Gourminis, to his own facility in Libertyville for the first time, where, he says, the magic all starts.
People nearby heard the blast around 8:30 a.m.
Firefighters said a paint container likely exploded.
Around 12:45 a.m., a state police trooper's squad car was parked in the right lane of I-55 southbound at Route 83 with its emergency lights activated.
The Joliet Fire Department responded and took the victim to Ascension Saint Joseph Hospital with critical injuries, but later died.
Kids aren't the only ones who can visit with Santa this year. Cats can also visit Kris Kringle at the Whiskers and Wishes with Santa event in Palatine. Barb Weber, founder of Barb's Precious Rescue and Adoption Center, talks more about the event.
The Illini failed to win the rebounding battle for the first time this season, trailing 42-37.
The conference, sponsored by Empowerment BH Alliance and Ascend Consultation in Health Care, brought together visionary leaders to explore emerging trends and new approaches in mental health care.
No people were injured, but firefighters found the remains of a dog during a search of the site.
Grayson is charged with first-degree murder for killing Massey inside her kitchen in July as she checked on a pot of boiling water.
According to police, Tsering Wangyal, 82, was last seen around 3:30 p.m. on July 15 in the 9500 block of Bronx Place.
Many of the pardons are for long-ago, non-violent drug offenses.
Evanston police said on Sunday, Dec. 8, around 6:40 a.m., officers responded to a call of a man asleep behind the wheel near the intersection of Dodge Avenue and Monroe Street.
It's a tradition they're holding in tandem with their friends and family in Mexico, bringing offerings to the Virgin Mary, thanking her for what they've received this year, and leaving her with prayers for the upcoming year.
Roman Catholics do this yearly as part of their devotion to Our Lady of Guadalupe.
Francesco Distefano, 28, has been charged with 11 counts of wire fraud, five counts of money laundering, and one count of knowingly making a false statement to a bank.
According to the Lake County Sheriff's Office, Bayleigh Hoyt, 28, was arrested on Tuesday and charged with official misconduct and distributing harmful materials,
The Mega Millions jackpot has climbed to $670 million after no one claimed the prize during Tuesday night's drawing.
The truck fell off an overpass on the interstate, fell onto the train tracks below, and rolled over.
Scammers know many of us are waiting for packages this holiday season.
The new schedules began on Sunday, in what the CTA described as the final step in its goal of returning service to pre-pandemic levels by the end of this year.
In each incident, the burglars crashed a dark sedan into businesses and destroyed the front window or glass door.
The National Retail Foundation projected roughly 157 million people across the country would shop last-minute and try to wrap up their shopping lists.
Several City Council members have called the school board's vote to fire Martinez without cause reckless and irresponsible.
Because Martinez was fired without cause, his contract allows him to stay on the job for another six months, and receive 20 weeks of severance pay.
Martinez was at Luther Burbank Elementary, 2035 N. Mobile Ave., as the Special Olympics recognized the school for excellence in inclusive sports programming.
Henyard had named three people to serve as police chief, village administrator, and village attorney without approval from the village board.
Many, including alderpersons and the members of the incoming elected school board, are denouncing the planned agenda.
Scammers know many of us are waiting for packages this holiday season.
The National Retail Foundation projected roughly 157 million people across the country would shop last-minute and try to wrap up their shopping lists.
The strike was deliberately authorized in the midst of the busy holiday delivery season nationwide for a reason—with the Teamsters Union pushing the company for a contract.
The oysters were sold as Fanny Bay, Buckley Bay, and Royal Miyagi.
Customers said contractors from the company, Orange Elephant Roofing & Solar, seemed simply to disappear into thin air. But that is only the tip of the iceberg.
Some 13 oz. bags of Lay's Classic Potato Chips may contain an undeclared allergen, according to the snack company.
The Wisconsin Department of Health Services announced Wednesday that it had detected presumptive positive human case of H5N1 in Barron County.
The sisters share a special bond of getting a second chance at life, which they both received at the age of 38 years old.
An even larger investment of $500 million is going toward 10 new outpatient facilities throughout the South Side that will add 85,000 health care appointments each year.
Scientists used the NanoGripper to grab particles from the SARS-CoV2 virus that causes COVID-19.
The National Retail Foundation projected roughly 157 million people across the country would shop last-minute and try to wrap up their shopping lists.
Baristas at the store at 5964 N. Ridge Ave. in Edgewater have been on strike since Friday calling for higher wages and better staffing.
The strike was deliberately authorized in the midst of the busy holiday delivery season nationwide for a reason—with the Teamsters Union pushing the company for a contract.
Owner Eddie Lakin made the announcement Wednesday. He said the last day for the restaurant at 1571 Sherman Ave. would be this coming Saturday, Dec. 21.
This move was anticipated back in the summer, and comes months after the mortgage company Guaranteed Rate changed its name simply to Rate.
Taylor also played two nights at Ravinia this past June.
Mindy Kaling and Morris Chestnut announced the nominations for the 82nd annual Golden Globes, with 10 nominees revealed live on CBS News.
The lawsuit alleges the unidentified girl was raped at a Video Music Awards afterparty in 2000.
Social media sleuths noticed that the house next door to the iconic "Home Alone" house in Winnetka is now up for sale.
Here are the top songs, artists, and albums streamed on Spotify in Chicago this year, according to communications agency Burson Global.
Meteorologist Kylee Miller has your 5:30 p.m. First Alert Weather forecast for Sunday, Dec. 22, 2024.
Carolers sang while people gathered for family fun, food, photo ops, and more.
Ald. Matt O’Shea hosted annual Breakfast with Santa event for the Mount Greenwood Special Recreation Program.
Mr. Trump claims the United States is being ripped off.
Mangione was extradited Thursday from Pennsylvania.
No citations were issued in the crash. The police Major Accident Investigation Unit is investigating.
Caleb Williams threw for 334 yards and two touchdowns following a string of shaky performances for the Bears.
Several City Council members have called the school board's vote to fire Martinez without cause reckless and irresponsible.
The truck fell off an overpass on the interstate, fell onto the train tracks below, and rolled over.
Scammers know many of us are waiting for packages this holiday season.
"San Antonio has really led the way in using aerial surveillance technology to prevent these activities," said Ald. Brian Hopkins (2nd), who chairs the City Council Public Safety Committee.
Customers said contractors from the company, Orange Elephant Roofing & Solar, seemed simply to disappear into thin air. But that is only the tip of the iceberg.
Survivors, advocates and experts have weighed in on Mayor Brandon Johnson's pledge to create a task force to study the safety of Black women in Chicago.
The Chicago-based company is accused of tricking diners about delivery fees, misleading drivers about pay, and listing restaurants on its platform without permission.
Now-retired Joliet police Sgt. Javier Esqueda was charged in connection with leaking squad car video of a man who died in Joliet police custody.
Caleb Williams threw for 334 yards and two touchdowns following a string of shaky performances for the Bears.
Nikola Vucevic scored 19 points and 10 assists to lead the Bulls, whose season-high three-game winning streak ended.
Booser went 2-3 with a 3.38 ERA, one save and 43 strikeouts in 43 relief appearances with the Red Sox in his first season in the majors in 2024.
Tyler Bertuzzi had two goals and an assist, and Connor Bedard added a goal and two assists for the Blackhawks.
Rickey Henderson is widely considered to be one of the best leadoff hitters and base stealers in baseball.
In each incident, the burglars crashed a dark sedan into businesses and destroyed the front window or glass door.
With the holidays fast approaching, many Lincoln Parkers want others to be aware and stay safe as they get ready to travel.
It happened around 4 a.m. at Eddie's Market in the 11000 block of South Halsted Street.
Richard Allen was sentenced to 65 years for each death, totaling 130 years in prison.
Sidi Mohamed Abdallahi, 22, had been facing hate crime and terrorism charges in an attack on a Jewish man in late October. He has since died by suicide in custody
