WATCH: Coyote eyes off-leash dogs at Montrose Beach

A video showing a coyote watching off-leash dogs at Montrose Beach is getting attention as people share more coyote sightings online across Chicago.

Neighbor rescues woman from Arlington Heights house fire with sledgehammer

A neighbor helped rescue a woman from a house fire Tuesday morning in Arlington Heights after forcing his way into a locked home with a sledgehammer.

Ex-Illinois deputy sentenced for murder of Sonya Massey

Sean Grayson, the former Sangamon County sheriff’s deputy who was convicted of second-degree murder for fatally shooting Sonya Massey in 2024, was sentenced on Thursday.

Watch: Fascinating video shows plant 'breathing'

Using the new "Stomata In-Sight" tool to observe the microscopic movements of the stomata on plants, scientists can then help develop and breed crops that can grow in areas that experience more drought-like conditions.

Illinois congresswoman moves to impeach DHS Sec. Kristi Noem

An Illinois congresswoman accused DHS Sec. Noem of obstructing Congress and self-dealing in articles of impeachment.

Critical clue led police to suspect Chicago doctor in deaths of Ohio dentist, wife

Investigators followed a critical clue that led to the arrest of the Chicago doctor suspected in the killings of his ex-wife and her dentist husband in Ohio.

Man picks up DoorDashing on top of day job to buy engagement ring: “I don’t care how long it takes"

Bradley Cho has actually gotten offers from jewelers and followers to help him reach his goal faster, but has said he'd rather work hard and show his commitment to his girlfriend by continuing his DoorDashing journey.

Rosemont police investigate after Tara Reid says she was drugged at hotel bar

Rosemont police said they are investigating after actress Tara Reid said she was drugged at a hotel bar and taken to a local hospital on Sunday.

Rev. Jesse Jackson in stable condition, not on life support, family says

The family of Reverend Jesse L. Jackson, Sr., says he is in stable condition and is breathing without the assistance of machines. And the family clarifies that he is not on life support.