Chicago suburb expands cash handouts as race-based reparations program faces major legal battle
As cities across the U.S. continue to experiment with direct cash transfers, a prominent Chicago suburb is extending its guaranteed income program while simultaneously defending a first-of-its-kind reparations initiative that pays Black residents $25,000.
As cities across the U.S. continue to experiment with direct cash transfers, a prominent Chicago suburb is extending its guaranteed income program while simultaneously defending a first-of-its-kind reparations initiative that pays Black residents $25,000.
Two eaglets born in Chicago for the first time in over 100 years
For the first time in over 100 years, two eagles have been born in Chicago.
For the first time in over 100 years, two eagles have been born in Chicago.
Suspect charged with murder of Chicago police officer, shooting another
A suspect was charged with the shooting of two CPD officers at Swedish Hospital, which left one dead and another in critical condition.
A suspect was charged with the shooting of two CPD officers at Swedish Hospital, which left one dead and another in critical condition.
Chicago hospital shooting: Suspect in custody kills officer, critically injures another, police say
A suspect who was already in custody shot two Chicago police officers at a North Side hospital Saturday morning, killing one and critically wounding the other, authorities said.
A suspect who was already in custody shot two Chicago police officers at a North Side hospital Saturday morning, killing one and critically wounding the other, authorities said.
Former owner of 'Home Alone' house found dead in Chicago suburb after child sexual abuse material charges
The former owner of the “Home Alone" house was found dead this week in a suburban Chicago nature preserve, authorities said. Just last week, he was charged with possession of child sexual abuse material.
The former owner of the “Home Alone" house was found dead this week in a suburban Chicago nature preserve, authorities said. Just last week, he was charged with possession of child sexual abuse material.
Titanic exhibit flooded on day of ship's sinking
A Titanic exhibit at a museum in Illinois has flooded again, and this time, it happened on the exact same day the ship went down in 1912. Reporter Joanie Lum has more.
A Titanic exhibit at a museum in Illinois has flooded again, and this time, it happened on the exact same day the ship went down in 1912. Reporter Joanie Lum has more.
Krystal Rivera shooting: Videos show Chicago police officer fatally shot by partner
Videos have been released showing the fatal shooting of Chicago Police Officer Krystal Rivera by her partner last June on the city's South Side.
Videos have been released showing the fatal shooting of Chicago Police Officer Krystal Rivera by her partner last June on the city's South Side.
Viral videos show Chicago delivery robots after shattering glass at CTA bus shelters
Viral videos show two separate Chicago delivery robots after making a mess at CTA bus stops over the last three days.
Viral videos show two separate Chicago delivery robots after making a mess at CTA bus stops over the last three days.
Chicago police question person of interest in shooting death of Loyola student
Investigators are questioning a person of interest in connection with the shooting death of an 18-year-old Loyola student earlier this week.
Investigators are questioning a person of interest in connection with the shooting death of an 18-year-old Loyola student earlier this week.
Jimmy Gracey's body pulled from Barcelona waters after Chicago-area man vanished
Spanish police confirm the body of 20-year-old Jimmy Gracey was pulled from the waters in Barcelona on Thursday.
Spanish police confirm the body of 20-year-old Jimmy Gracey was pulled from the waters in Barcelona on Thursday.
Jimmy Gracey missing: Chicago-area family seeks help finding son who disappeared in Barcelona
The family of a 20-year-old Elmhurst man is asking for the public’s help in locating him after he went missing while traveling abroad in Spain.
The family of a 20-year-old Elmhurst man is asking for the public’s help in locating him after he went missing while traveling abroad in Spain.
Southwest Airlines ending flights at Washington Dulles and Chicago O’Hare in June
Southwest Airlines is ending service at Washington Dulles and Chicago O’Hare this summer. Customers with affected reservations can rebook or request a refund.
Southwest Airlines is ending service at Washington Dulles and Chicago O’Hare this summer. Customers with affected reservations can rebook or request a refund.
Tornadoes rip through Chicago-area, NW Indiana, killing 2 and leaving widespread damage
At least four tornadoes from a powerful supercell tore across parts of Illinois and Indiana Tuesday, killing two people in Lake Village, injuring others, damaging homes and infrastructure, and producing destructive hail across the region.
At least four tornadoes from a powerful supercell tore across parts of Illinois and Indiana Tuesday, killing two people in Lake Village, injuring others, damaging homes and infrastructure, and producing destructive hail across the region.
Massive tornado caught on camera in Illinois
A massive twister was caught on camera touching down in the Illinois town of Kankakee on March 10, about 60 miles south of Chicago. The National Weather Service called the tornado "large and extremely dangerous."
A massive twister was caught on camera touching down in the Illinois town of Kankakee on March 10, about 60 miles south of Chicago. The National Weather Service called the tornado "large and extremely dangerous."
Jesse Jackson funeral in Chicago: Ex-presidents Obama, Biden, Clinton in attendance
Funeral services for civil rights icon Rev. Jesse Jackson will be held in Chicago starting on Friday with "The People’s Celebration."
Funeral services for civil rights icon Rev. Jesse Jackson will be held in Chicago starting on Friday with "The People’s Celebration."
Crowds celebrate life of Rev. Jesse Jackson at Rainbow PUSH Coalition in Chicago
Rev. Jesse Jackson, the civil rights icon, will be honored with a celebration of life in Chicago this week after he died at 84.
Rev. Jesse Jackson, the civil rights icon, will be honored with a celebration of life in Chicago this week after he died at 84.
Bears to Indiana? Team calls bill 'most meaningful step' as new site gains traction
The Chicago Bears may be one step closer to a new home, and it’s just across the state line.
The Chicago Bears may be one step closer to a new home, and it’s just across the state line.
Rev. Jesse Jackson in photos: A look back at his life and career
Rev. Jesse Jackson, who led the Civil Rights Movement for decades after Dr. Martin Luther King Jr.'s assassination, died Tuesday at 84. In photos, here's a look back at Jackson Sr. through the years.
Rev. Jesse Jackson, who led the Civil Rights Movement for decades after Dr. Martin Luther King Jr.'s assassination, died Tuesday at 84. In photos, here's a look back at Jackson Sr. through the years.
Remembering Jesse Jackson: Tributes pour in for the late civil rights leader
The death of Rev. Jesse Jackson, the Chicago civil rights leader and political trailblazer who worked alongside Dr. Martin Luther King Jr., has prompted an outpouring of tributes from across the city and the nation.
The death of Rev. Jesse Jackson, the Chicago civil rights leader and political trailblazer who worked alongside Dr. Martin Luther King Jr., has prompted an outpouring of tributes from across the city and the nation.
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.
A video showing a coyote watching off-leash dogs at Montrose Beach is getting attention as people share more coyote sightings online across Chicago.