Robert Johnson released after jury vacates his conviction in 1996 Chicago murder
Johnson was convicted of armed robbery, home invasion, and first-degree murder when he was 16.
Peoples Gas line replacement project could mean record-breaking rate hikes for 15 years
An advocate says if the Illinois Commerce Commission approves a project that replaces Peoples Gas' entire system of underground gas mains in the city, the rates could be catastrophic.
3 years after son was struck and killed, Waukegan family says ambulance safety law isn't followed
Satrese Stallworth has fought tooth and nail to get the justice she feels her son, Donald "DJ" Stallworth III, deserves. But three years later, she said she is not seeing the results.
Family mourns boy killed in fire in West Rogers Park as his mom fights for her life
Six-year-old Milan Campbell died in the fire in West Rogers Park. His mother, Simina Contras-Campbell, remained in critical condition Monday.
Body found in remains of home that exploded, burned down in Cicero
The explosion happened while Eleni Vrettos, who lived in the building, was away and busy getting married.
Boy, 6, dies, mother, 2 firefighters hurt after apartment fire in West Rogers Park
The fire was believed to have started on the first floor and, according to fire officials, caused the back porches to collapse.
Evanston, Skokie boil orders enters second day after water main break
The boil order issued reminds residents to boil tap water or avoid tap water.
Ravinia to undergo $75 million renovation of whole venue
During these coldest days of February, the outdoor music venue in Highland Park is busy building up a new experience.
Winter storm causes spinouts on Chicago area expressways, necessitates big cleanup elsewhere
Repeatedly in Lake Forest Wednesday, very light waves of snow would pick up significantly throughout day. Thus, as fast as crews went in to plow, the roads got blanketed again in a matter of minutes.
Waukegan prepares for snow with North Shore to get hit hard Wednesday
With 6 or more includes expected to hit Waukegan during the day and rush hour Wednesday, it was all-hands-on-deck the night before.
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.