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Prosecutors read text messages in court they say a Naperville teacher sent a teenage student he’s now charged with grooming and sexual abusing.

The game was full of plenty of Opening Day festivities, setting the stage for a star-studded seventh-inning stretch in what is one of the Friendly Confines’ most recognizable traditions.

A judge on Friday ordered a former actor-turned-teacher in Naperville, who was charged with grooming a student and sexual abuse, released on electronic monitoring while he awaits trial.

Days after announcing he was stepping down as head coach of the DePaul women’s basketball team following 38 years at the helm, Doug Bruno is sharing his story after a stroke caused him to miss the entire 2024-25 season. After suffering a stroke last August, Bruno faced a daunting road to recovery. “I was not aware of anything that was&#...

In-N-Out burger fans may have rejoiced at the idea that the popular chain would finally make its way to Chicago. But it’s not actually happening. Social media rumors about the development started surfacing on April Fools’ Day, with a post on Instagram showing a sign on fencing claiming In-N-out would be “here soon.” “J...

Enjoy those $2 Mega Millions lottery tickets while they last.

Is Home Depot actually charging a $5 parking fee to combat inflation? The company has addressed recent rumors following a viral article claiming so.

An iconic Chicago hot dog and Italian beef spot will soon test a new meal: Breakfast.

A man who was detained by Immigration and Customs Enforcement agents in the Chicago area after traveling to the U.S. to help his brother in kidney failure has been released from custody to make a life-saving organ donation.

While the Chicago Cubs technically played a home game in Tokyo, Japan, Friday marks their first game of the 2025 season at The Friendly Confines

More details are coming to light after a suburban high school teacher and former actor with credits in popular 1990s and 2000s TV shows was arrested on felony charges of sexual abuse and grooming of a student.

One of the Chicago area’s most recognizable pizza chains will be closing the doors of its lone location in the city at the end of next month, according to a report from TimeOut Chicago.

Lottery officials are continuing to search for the lucky winner of a $349 million Mega Millions jackpot, with the winning ticket being sold in DeKalb County.