3 kids among 4 killed after car crashes into Illinois child care facility, police say
Four people were killed after a vehicle crashed into an after-school care building in downstate Chatham, just south of Springfield, on Monday.
Four people were killed after a vehicle crashed into an after-school care building in downstate Chatham, just south of Springfield, on Monday.
Robert Crimo III sentenced to life for Highland Park Parade shooting, transferred to Stateville Prison
Crimo was transferred to Stateville Correctional Center in Crest Hill on Friday morning, where he will spend the rest of his life, according to the Lake County Sheriff.
Crimo was transferred to Stateville Correctional Center in Crest Hill on Friday morning, where he will spend the rest of his life, according to the Lake County Sheriff.
Chicago's Cinco de Mayo parade canceled over fear tied to Trump's immigration policies, organizers say
"There is nothing to celebrate." The annual Cinco de Mayo parade in Chicago has been called off over community concerns about immigration enforcement.
"There is nothing to celebrate." The annual Cinco de Mayo parade in Chicago has been called off over community concerns about immigration enforcement.
Dangerous Tren De Aragua gang member arrested in Georgia
A high-ranking member of the Venezuelan street gang, Tren De Aragua, was arrested in Cobb County.
A high-ranking member of the Venezuelan street gang, Tren De Aragua, was arrested in Cobb County.
Astronomical spring arrives, bringing the spectacle of Chicagohenge
Equinoxes occur twice a year, in spring and fall, when Earth's axis is tilted neither toward nor away from the sun. As a result, daylight and darkness are nearly equal worldwide.
Equinoxes occur twice a year, in spring and fall, when Earth's axis is tilted neither toward nor away from the sun. As a result, daylight and darkness are nearly equal worldwide.
Lollapalooza 2025 lineup: Everything you need to know
Lollapalooza, one of the most iconic music festivals in the world, has announced their 2025 lineup.
Lollapalooza, one of the most iconic music festivals in the world, has announced their 2025 lineup.
Robert Crimo III pleads guilty in Highland Park parade shooting
Robert Crimo III, charged in the 2022 Highland Park Fourth of July parade shooting, pleaded guilty on all counts Monday morning.
Robert Crimo III, charged in the 2022 Highland Park Fourth of July parade shooting, pleaded guilty on all counts Monday morning.
Shocking audio reveals moments before Southwest Plane nearly collides with jet at Midway
A Southwest Airlines plane narrowly avoided colliding with another plane on Tuesday at Chicago’s Midway International Airport.
A Southwest Airlines plane narrowly avoided colliding with another plane on Tuesday at Chicago’s Midway International Airport.
Chicago Bears owner Virginia McCaskey dies at 102
Virginia McCaskey, principal owner of the Chicago Bears, died today at the age of 102, the team announced Thursday.
Virginia McCaskey, principal owner of the Chicago Bears, died today at the age of 102, the team announced Thursday.
Accident at O'Hare Airport: Driver hospitalized after tug vehicle hit by airplane wing
An airplane wing struck a tug vehicle at O'Hare International Airport, leaving the driver hospitalized in critical condition, authorities said.
An airplane wing struck a tug vehicle at O'Hare International Airport, leaving the driver hospitalized in critical condition, authorities said.
ICE begins 'targeted operations' in Chicago amid fears of immigration raids
ICE, along with several other federal agencies, began what they called "enhanced targeted operations" on Sunday in Chicago.
ICE, along with several other federal agencies, began what they called "enhanced targeted operations" on Sunday in Chicago.
Cook County deputy killed in Turks and Caicos shooting while on vacation, officials say
A Cook County sheriff's deputy was among two people killed in a shooting in Turks and Caicos while on vacation late Saturday, police said.
A Cook County sheriff's deputy was among two people killed in a shooting in Turks and Caicos while on vacation late Saturday, police said.
Southwest pilot of Chicago-bound flight arrested for allegedly being intoxicated
The pilot for a Chicago-bound flight was arrested Wednesday morning and charged with DUI.
The pilot for a Chicago-bound flight was arrested Wednesday morning and charged with DUI.
Blue Man Group’s New York show to close in February 2025 after 30-year run
Blue Man Group will conclude its New York run in February 2025 after 33 years, while continuing performances in other cities and internationally.
Blue Man Group will conclude its New York run in February 2025 after 33 years, while continuing performances in other cities and internationally.
Kraft Heinz must face lawsuit over Mac & Cheese labels, judge rules
Kraft said it stands 'fully behind our product and are proud of its quality.'
Kraft said it stands 'fully behind our product and are proud of its quality.'
Grammy-winner Lil Durk pleads not guilty in LA murder conspiracy case
Grammy Award-winning rapper Lil Durk pleaded not guilty to federal charges stemming from an alleged murder-for-hire conspiracy near the Beverly Center two years ago.
Grammy Award-winning rapper Lil Durk pleaded not guilty to federal charges stemming from an alleged murder-for-hire conspiracy near the Beverly Center two years ago.
Illinois man misses flight from Atlanta, found dead in Alabama
A 24-year-old Illinois man who was supposed to be on a flight home from Atlanta was found dead just days later in Alabama. The tragedy coincided with another historic date in his family.
A 24-year-old Illinois man who was supposed to be on a flight home from Atlanta was found dead just days later in Alabama. The tragedy coincided with another historic date in his family.
Man arrested in Illinois for deadly June shooting in Atlanta
Police say one person is in custody in Illinois for a shooting over the summer at an apartment complex along Hollywood Road.
Police say one person is in custody in Illinois for a shooting over the summer at an apartment complex along Hollywood Road.
Illinois man wanted for murder of girlfriend's 10-month-old baby arrested in Atlanta, FBI says
The FBI says the Illinois man has been on the run for days after he was charged with murdering his girlfriend's baby. He's now in custody and facing charges in Atlanta.
The FBI says the Illinois man has been on the run for days after he was charged with murdering his girlfriend's baby. He's now in custody and facing charges in Atlanta.
Former Bears star Jay Cutler charged with DUI, gun offense
Former Chicago Bears quarterback Jay Cutler was charged with driving under the influence Thursday evening after crashing his car in Franklin, Tennessee.
Former Chicago Bears quarterback Jay Cutler was charged with driving under the influence Thursday evening after crashing his car in Franklin, Tennessee.