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Crime and Courts 1 hour ago

Steger police searching for suspect after shooting victim seriously hurt

Police in south suburban Steger were searching for the suspect in a shooting that left one person with critical injuries on Friday afternoon, according to authorities.

chicago news 1 hour ago

Here are 7 Chicago Christmas pop-up bars to visit this holiday season
Illinois Basketball 3 hours ago

Illinois basketball: Kasparas Jakucionis scores 21, lifts Illini over Missouri in thriller

Garfield Park 5 hours ago

Woman killed, 3 children seriously injured when SUV strikes pillar in Garfield Park

One woman was killed and four others, including three children, were seriously injured when an SUV crashed into a pillar in Chicago’s Garfield Park neighborhood, authorities said.
Caleb Williams 5 hours ago

Caleb Williams' pursuit of history continues in Bears' loss

Even though the Chicago Bears dropped their ninth straight game on Sunday, Caleb Williams continued his march toward making history on various fronts.
Chicago Winter 5 hours ago

Freezing drizzle could create hazardous morning commute in Chicago area

Motorists traveling for work or the holidays will have to allow for extra time Monday morning as freezing drizzle could create slick conditions across the Chicago area.
Plainfield 6 hours ago

Driver escapes serious injury when semi drives off I-55 overpass in Plainfield

A driver sustained non-life threatening injuries when a semi drove off an overpass along Interstate 55 and landed on the train tracks below on Sunday morning in southwest suburban Plainfield, authorit...

Chicago Police 4 hours ago

Chicago police exchange gunfire with suspect in Austin neighborhood

A suspect is in custody after exchanging gunfire with Chicago police officers in the Austin neighborhood Sunday morning.
New Illinois Laws 7 hours ago

New Illinois law cracks down on drivers parking on shoulders near O'Hare

Drivers picking up or dropping off passengers at Chicago’s O’Hare International Airport will be restricted on where they can park their vehicles around the area.
Chicago Police 7 hours ago

Crash near Chicago's Salt Shed venue leaves 4 injured

Chicago police say four people were injured in a crash near the Salt Shed music venue on Sunday morning.
Internal Revenue Service 10 hours ago

Thousands of taxpayers could receive up to $1,400 from the IRS

The IRS is set to send out up to one million payments of up to $1,400 for eligible taxpayers who didn’t claim a COVID-related rebate credit.
Chicago Bears 10 hours ago

Bears inactive report: Updates on Jaylon Johnson, Braxton Jones

The Chicago Bears will be taking on the division-leading Detroit Lions Sunday, and they got some mixed news on the injury front for the game.
Illinois State Police 11 hours ago

Driver dead after vehicle slams into pole on Stevenson exit ramp

A driver has died after their vehicle slammed into a pole on a Stevenson Expressway exit ramp Sunday morning.
Chicago Weather 13 hours ago

CHICAGO FORECAST: Not As Cold Sunday

Breezy with gusts to 25 mph
Austin Dec 21

1 in custody after shooting person, opening fire at officers: Chicago police

One person was apprehended by Chicago police early Saturday after shooting one person and opening fire at law enforcement in the city’s Austin neighborhood, authorities said.
Wisconsin Dec 21

Teen killed in Wisconsin school shooting shared gifts of music and art with many, friends say

Rubi Patricia Vergara was a talented young teenager who often handcrafted gifts for others and shared her musical talents with many, family friends recounted at funeral services held Saturday morning.
West Town Dec 21

SUV crashes into GameStop in West Town

Chicago police are investigating after an SUV slammed into a GameStop location in the city’s West Town neighborhood.
Wheaton Dec 21

Small businesses in Wheaton keep up with shorter shopping season

It’s the most wonderful time of the year for small businesses as shoppers flock to their stores for gifts and deals.
Lottery Dec 21

$1 million winning Mega Millions tickets sold in Illinois, Indiana

A few lottery players in Illinois and Indiana woke up a whole lot richer on Saturday — thanks to Friday’s Mega Millions drawing.
Chicago Bears Dec 21

When do the Bears play next? What to know about their Week 16 duel vs. the Lions

The Chicago Bears will look to break up an eight-game losing streak following a disappointing loss to the Minnesota Vikings on Monday Night Football as they look to exact revenge against the fellow division rival Detroit Lions.