Southwest suburban school district moves to e-learning after vandals target school buses
The school had to transition to an "emergency e-learning day" as the investigation continues.
Sonya Massey's family reaches $10 million settlement with Sangamon County
Massey was shot and killed in her home near Springfield last July. Former Sangamon County Sheriff's deputy Sean Grayson is charged with her murder.
Roads, possible power outages a concern as freezing rain, ice come to Chicago
Widespread freezing rain and drizzle are causing untreated roads, sidewalks, and driveways to become icy and slick.
Man arrested after $1M worth of stolen shoes found in West Side warehouse
Erick Lujano Bautista, 26, is charged with one felony count of theft.
Bird flu leaves hundreds of ducks dead or sick along Lake Michigan
Monitors with an area bird tracking organization say that they've determined that a number of ducks have succumbed to bird flu along Lake Michigan.
Chicago area figure skaters mourn friends who died when plane, helicopter collided
The tragedy has had a massive impact on Chicago's figure skating community.
Pain remains deep a year later for mothers of CPS students lost to gun violence
Some moms and families of CPS students who lost their lives to gun violence are still waiting for arrests to be made. Others know suspects are in custody — but it does not make grieving any easier.
Crackdown on drivers who idle waiting for pickups at O'Hare is not being enforced
It turns out the cameras intended to enforce the new state legislation have not been installed.
A year after teen's death, many say Barrington hasn't kept promises on making rail crossing safer
On Monday, dozens of Barrington High School students and community members gathered next to the downtown Metra train crossing to remember Marin.
City of Chicago conducts annual count of everyone experiencing homelessness
The city Department of Family and Support Services said the count is really important this year.
Beach Park family says plumber's heater burned their house down
Patricia Lear's home and the one next door were a total loss, and other neighbors were also left with damage to their houses.
The Salvation Army works tirelessly to feed, help those in need in bitter cold
From warming centers to homeless encampments, The Salvation Army made sure everyone got not only food, but the supplies to make it through the night.
Firefighters face challenges battling multiple blazes in extreme cold in Chicago area
The American Red Cross and the Salvation Army have been working overtime to help those displaced by fires amid the cold snap.
Glenview neighbors worry about more water main breaks as bitter cold approaches
Neighbors on Henley Street said their block is prone to water main breaks, with four already this winter, including twice earlier this week.
Plumbers, insurance companies advise Chicagoans to protect homes ahead of arctic blast
There is a plumber shortage that is only getting worse—so not only will it take longer to get repairs done, but it is going to be a lot more expensive.