Pro-Palestine protests held at Columbia University as students negotiate with school
The directive comes just over a week since the protests began along with reports of escalating tensions with Jewish students.
The directive comes just over a week since the protests began along with reports of escalating tensions with Jewish students.
In an interview with Dana Bash on CNN Sunday morning, Pritzker stressed that groups gathering in Chicago this August will be allowed some protests – to a point.
The confrontations with Chicago police on Monday led some activist groups to believe they are being targeted ahead of the DNC.
Traffic was returning to normal on the Kennedy Expressway late Monday morning, after pro-Palestinian protesters blocked the I-190 access road to O'Hare International Airport.
"It'll be like a Bears game for five days."
Both protests showed increasing divisions as the country's war with Hamas reaches its fifth month.
Protesters will be allowed to set up just outside of the Democratic National Convention in Chicago this summer, despite opposition from Democratic officials, because of a technicality.
The group CPS Parents for Buses said CPS cut funding for magnet and selective enrollment schools.
French farmers say this is their last straw. Across the country they're burning tires spraying government buildings with manure.
Thousands gathered for a 24-hour rally with families blocking one of the highways in Tel Aviv, and others held signs of the hostages still in Hamas' custody.
Amid the continued war between Israel and Hamas, members of the U.S. Palestinian Community Network staged a sit-in at the Glen Ellyn office of U.S. Rep. Sean Casten (D). They said they wanted a meeting with the congressman to discuss a cease-fire and continued U.S. aid to Israel.
Neighbors opposed to plans for a migrant tent camp temporarily blocked the driveway construction crews use to access the site.
Construction has resumed at the planned site of a proposed migrant tent camp in Brighton Park, after neighbors opposed to the project tried unsuccessfully to stop the heavy machinery from moving on Tuesday morning. It comes after a heated protest last week ended with an alderwoman running for safety.
Construction has resumed at the planned site of a proposed migrant tent camp in Brighton Park, after neighbors opposed to the project tried unsuccessfully to stop the heavy machinery from moving on Tuesday morning. It comes after a heated protest last week ended with an alderwoman running for safety.
Lincolnwood Police say about 200 people showed up to the outdoor event.
Activists claim officers were negligent and racist and say they're fighting for justice.
Activists claim officers were negligent and racist and say they're fighting for justice.
"The official autopsy report further propels our commitment to seeking justice for this senseless tragedy," said attorneys for the Nichols family in a statement.
Drivers will be protesting at the Uber Hub at 9:15 a.m. for pay and safety concerns.
The protest comes after the U.S. Supreme Court kept the federal rules for use of the drug in place as legal challenges play out.
Last year the court decided to overturn that decision leading to multiple protests around the country.
Last year the court decided to overturn that decision leading to multiple protests around the country.
It marks the 3rd anniversary of the downing of Ukrainian flight PS752.
This protest comes one day after Iran executed two more men who were arrested while protesting the country's theocracy, and one day after a caravan drove through Chicago to show solidarity with Iranians.
Protesters say their taxes have jumped 46% across the ward
Americans have struggled with high grocery costs since inflation soared during the pandemic. Now prices are falling.
Former NFL head coach Jack Del Rio has stepped down from his role on Wisconsin's coaching staff after he was arrested near campus for operating a vehicle while intoxicated last week.
An attorney representing a conservative prosecutor struggled Monday to convince Wisconsin's liberal-leaning Supreme Court to reactivate the state's 175-year-old abortion ban.
Raoul is launching a statewide effort aimed at preventing wrongful convictions.
A former Westchester Middle School student is accusing former teacher Dawn Chester of sexually abusing her when she was 11 years old.
An attorney representing a conservative prosecutor struggled Monday to convince Wisconsin's liberal-leaning Supreme Court to reactivate the state's 175-year-old abortion ban.
The White Sox recently wrapped up a historically bad season, while the Bears' season is moving deeply in the wrong direction.
City Council members have been suggesting alternatives to Johnson's proposed $300 million property tax hike.
President-elect Donald Trump will meet with President Joe Biden on Wednesday after Trump defeated Kamala Harris in the race for U.S. president.
President-elect Trump will take office with Republicans in control of the Senate, easing confirmations for his Cabinet nominees.
Robin McElroy said she loves everything about her Morgan Park home—except for the panic-inducing surprises she has been getting in the mail about her supposedly unpaid taxes.
Scammers often get financial information and personal details, or lure in veterans with videos that claim they can win lots of money,
It's the season of giving, but if you're not careful with finances, you could be getting a hefty bill at the end of the holiday season.
For the first time since 1938, children in Des Moines, Iowa, will go trick-or-treating on Halloween. The city began its unusual custom of opting for Beggar's Night decades ago in hopes of tamping down on hooliganism.
According to the Citizens Utility Board, it will cost another $12.8 billion to complete the project--$5 billion more than previous estimates.
An attorney representing a conservative prosecutor struggled Monday to convince Wisconsin's liberal-leaning Supreme Court to reactivate the state's 175-year-old abortion ban.
The "Dawson's Creek" alum shared the news on Sunday and said that despite the diagnosis, there is "reason for optimism, and I'm feeling good."
Three patients at the University of Chicago Medicine are in the trial for the treatment.
Some pathogens that contaminate food are even showing up in the U.S. for the first time thanks to climate change.
McDonald's says Quarter Pounders will be back on the menu at hundreds of its restaurants after testing ruled out beef patties as the source of an E. coli outbreak.
The White Sox recently wrapped up a historically bad season, while the Bears' season is moving deeply in the wrong direction.
After nearly two decades in the city, organizers posted on social media that they are "deeply grateful to the City of Chicago."
he facility at 650 W. 51st St., about a block east of Halsted Street, closed last week.
According to a statement on the brewery's website, it is closing its doors at its brewpub at 2323 N. Milwaukee Ave. after struggling to rebound following the pandemic.
The South Side warehouse has more than 200 employees, according to the union that represents 75 members.
After nearly two decades in the city, organizers posted on social media that they are "deeply grateful to the City of Chicago."
Mattel apologizes for inadvertently directing people to pornography site instead of one promoting upcoming film.
Actor Tony Todd's TV and movie credits spanned 40 years and included the 1992 horror film "Candyman" and its 2021 sequel.
The nominations for the 67th Grammy Awards have been announced, and the nominees include a long list of top music stars.
Quincy Jones, the multi-talented music legend who collaborated with everyone from Michael Jackson to Frank Sinatra, has died at 91, his family announced.
Start your holiday shopping early with Jackie Kostek at Timeless Toys in Lincoln Square.
The Chicago Bears have fired offensive coordinator Shane Waldron, following a three-game losing streak in which they averaged only 9 points per game. Meantime, the team reportedly is once again eyeing the former Michael Reese Hospital site as an option for a new stadium, after talks for a lakefront site have stalled.
The shooting happened around 1:30 p.m. Saturday at the high school. Two days later, Country Club Hills police released surveillance images of a black Infiniti Q50 in which they believe the shooter, and three other men wearing hoodies and masks, were riding.
Illinois Attorney General Kwame Raoul is launching a statewide effort aimed at preventing wrongful convictions.
Meteorologist David Yeomans has the extended Tuesday forecast.
A former Westchester Middle School student is accusing former teacher Dawn Chester of sexually abusing her when she was 11 years old.
Passing game coordinator Thomas Brown will take over at offensive coordinator.
An attorney representing a conservative prosecutor struggled Monday to convince Wisconsin's liberal-leaning Supreme Court to reactivate the state's 175-year-old abortion ban.
Allen was accused in the killings of 14-year-old Libby German and 13-year-old Abby Williams in 2017.
Police used a Taser on the suspect while taking him into custody.
Robin McElroy said she loves everything about her Morgan Park home—except for the panic-inducing surprises she has been getting in the mail about her supposedly unpaid taxes.
Since the teen was brought back into custody in the last week, instead of a "more secure placement," he has been placed in an unsecured shelter.
Over the last year, the ADL locally has tracked a 300% increase in the number of antisemitic incidents in Chicago.
The man city records document as the owner of the alley declined several requests for an interview, but could be seen repeatedly driving a forklift through CBS News Chicago's shot.
Investor interest in South Shore has steadily increased with investors buying single family homes and condos.
Former NFL head coach Jack Del Rio has stepped down from his role on Wisconsin's coaching staff after he was arrested near campus for operating a vehicle while intoxicated last week.
Passing game coordinator Thomas Brown will take over at offensive coordinator.
Roenick helped lead the Blackhawks to the Stanley Cup Finals in 1992, though they lost to the Pittsburgh Penguins.
Zach LaVine scored 26 points for the Bulls. Coby White and Nicola Vucevic each had 20 points.
The White Sox recently wrapped up a historically bad season, while the Bears' season is moving deeply in the wrong direction.
Police used a Taser on the suspect while taking him into custody.
Hillcrest High School was closed for Veterans Day Monday, so the campus was largely empty as Country Club Hills police said they continued to investigate the tragic shooting.
A crew of burglars smashed the two back doors and made their way inside Las Picosas Mexican restaurant near 64th and Pulaski on Wednesday before they hit another place down the block.
Richard Allen is accused in the killings of 14-year-old Liberty "Libby" German and 13-year-old Abigail "Abby" Williams in 2017.
Police said the group then tied a chain around the ATM and pulled it out with a red SUV.