Early Friday morning, torrential rain fell across Cook County. Multiple crashes were reported on Chicago roads and highways and thousands were left without power across the Chicago area.

According to data from the city and Chicago Police Department, total violent crime is down at least 22% thus far in 2025, while there have been 90 fewer homicides and more than 400 fewer shootings compared to last year.

Clean-up efforts continue after heavy rain fell on Chicago’s West Side during a short amount of time Tuesday night, leaving some drivers flooded out in underpasses and several

Ryan Poles first joined the Chicago Bears as general manager in the 2022 offseason, following the ousting of former GM Ryan Pace and debuted to mixed reviews. H

Chopper 7 was over the scene as suburban armed robbery suspects were placed into custody Friday afternoon on the city's West Side following a pursuit.Another police pursuit connected to the crime led police to Northwest Indiana,

The flood watch is in effect until 7 a.m. Friday for Cook County, the collar counties and the majority of northern Illinois, according to the National Weather Service.

This weekend, a South Side community center is gearing up for huge sports camp for youngsters. Parents are flocking to get their children in on this female flag football frenzy.

Though some workers will be rehired, a Chalkbeat analysis indicates the district’s school-based workforce could be reduced by more than 400 positions, marking the first time staffing has shrunk since 2020.

State Rep. Rita Mayfield, D-Waukegan said she recognized the toolbox as one given to people in a program at The Community Works in Waukegan.

The seven bedroom, 17.5 bathroom, Chicago-area mansion formerly owned by Chicago Bulls legend Michael Jordan is listed for rent on Airbnb.

A suspect is facing multiple charges after four people were killed in a West Side apartment fire last month. Lontray Clark has been charged with murder and arson in connection to a deadly fire that he allegedly caused on June 26 in the 5200 block of West North Avenue,