Chicago begins automated ticketing of drivers who block bike and bus lanes downtown
The city's Smart Streets program will use cameras mounted on city vehicles to record drivers who block bike and bus lanes, and mail them warnings and tickets.
Man charged with punching election judge at early voting site in Orland Park
Police said Daniel Schmidt punched a 74-year-old man in the face after refusing to go to the back of the line at an early voting site in Orland Park.
Teen and man killed in shooting in Summit
"Jaydin was known for his kind heart, vibrant personality, and the positive impact he had on everyone around him," Argo Community High School principal Brandon Cotter said of the boy who was killed.
Driver charged with Scott's Law violation after hitting Illinois State Police trooper on I-57
Police said the crash happened around 10:20 a.m. in the northbound lanes of I-47 near 108th Street.
Where do you vote in Illinois? How to find your 2024 polling location.
Election Day is on Tuesday, and if you need to know where to vote in Illinois in the 2024 elections, here's how to find the location of your polling place.
2 dead, 16 hurt in Chicago weekend shootings, police say
The ages of the victims range from 17 to 45.
Chicago radio station 93.9 LITE FM begins annual Christmas music marathon
The station has started playing non-stop Christmas music in November for the past 21 years.
Woman seeking release from mental institution in Slender Man stabbing
Morgan Geyser, now 22, was sentenced to 40 years in a mental institution after she pleaded guilty to stabbing a classmate to please horror character Slender Man.
White Sox parting ways with Yoan Moncada after injury-riddled career
Once the No. 1 prospect in Major League Baseball, Moncada rarely lived up to the hype, with his only truly good season coming in 2019.
Suspect faces hate crime, terrorism charges in shooting of Jewish man in West Ridge
Sidi Mohamed Abdallahi, 22, had already faced six counts of attempted first-degree murder, seven counts of aggravated discharge of a firearm, and aggravated battery.
First phase of flooding mitigation program completed in Robbins
The project includes a new overflow channel to keep rainwater from flooding streets in Robbins.
Activists warn Chicago shelter system overhaul could worsen homelessness
Progressive groups are urging the mayor and state to provide more affordable housing, rental assistance, and rapid rehousing programs.
UChicago Medicine gets $75M gift from AbbVie Foundation for cancer center
Thanks to the donation, the facility will be named the AbbVie Foundation Cancer Pavilion when it opens in 2027.
Lombard Historical Society hosting 14th annual Christmas Mart on Maple Street
If you're looking to start your holiday shopping early and support local businesses, a west suburban market this weekend lets you do both.
White Sox name Will Venable as new manager
The White Sox confirmed they have signed Venable to a multi-year contract, but terms of the deal were not announced.