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Man charged in shootings that wounded CPD sergeant, 63-year-old woman on Far South Side

A man stood charged Tuesday in two separate shootings that wounded a Chicago police sergeant and a 63-year-old woman in the Pullman and Roseland neighborhoods this past weekend.

Lollapalooza 2026 lineup announced with Charli XCX, Olivia Dean, Lorde

The 2026 Lollapalooza lineup was announced on Tuesday morning.

Caliendo: Voters are energized by many issues, some primary races sure to be tight

Voting was under way Tuesday for the Illinois primary, and a big increase in voter turnout was reported with regard to early voting.

Driver found dead with gunshot wounds after hitting parked cars in Palatine, Illinois

A driver was found dead with a gunshot wound after a crash in Palatine, Illinois, on Monday night.

What time do polls close in Illinois?

If you're voting in the 2026 Illinois primary election on Tuesday, March 17, this is when polls are open and closed.

Autonomous businesses with no employees are on the rise

Have you ever walked into a business with no employees? You may soon; autonomous businesses are becoming more popular.

Parents call for firing of Libertyville teacher after lawsuit alleges sexual misconduct

The lawsuit alleges the teacher engaged in grooming, sexual assault, and abuse against a 15-year-old student who was diagnosed with Down syndrome and intellectual disabilities.

Operation BBQ Relief serving up hope as Aroma Park residents recover from EF-3 tornado

Operation BBQ Relief has been out helping those impacted by last week's EF-3 tornado.

Joliet data center decision delayed until Thursday

A vote on Monday night from the Joliet City Council was delayed after the meeting went past midnight.

Twins behind Broken Tart Bakery celebrate 4 years in Oak Park

Two sisters in Oak Park have put their talents together to make something pretty sweet: Broken Tart Bakery, now celebrating its fourth year on Chicago Avenue.

Man sentenced to more than 4 years after fraudulently obtaining over $1.5M in SNAP benefits

Prosecutors said that from 2018 to 2023, 45-year-old David Quinones gave cash or other items to SNAP recipients in exchange for access to their Link cards.

Residents call for relief after storms leave streets, homes flooded in Dolton

Streets were left pooled with rainwater, and homes flooded after Sunday night's storms. Residents say there is one clear solution

Metra NCS trains delayed after pedestrian struck and killed in River Grove

Metra trains on the North Central Service line were running with delays on Monday evening, after a pedestrian was struck and killed by a train near River Grove.

Burglar targets 5 Lake View East businesses: CPD

Chicago police said a man forced his way into each business by smashing the front glass door with a hammer.