'Chicago Fire' actor Brian J. White helps detain illegal immigrant with blowtorch near LA fire zone
Actor Brian J. White explained how training for on-screen roles helped him to detain an illegal immigrant on his neighbor's ...
Push to lower Chicago speed limit to 25 mph hits a red light in City Council
Ald. Daniel La Spata (1st) agreed to hold off on a planned vote on his proposal to allow more time for discussion.
Chicago's bond rating dropped to BBB — one step above lowest investment grade
The move will increase the city's borrowing costs, including for Mayor Brandon Johnson's proposed $1.25 billion bond issue ...
Chicago City Council approves almost $40M in settlements; speed limit vote deferred
Alderman Daniel LaSpata deferred a vote on lowering the speed limit in Chicago to 25 miles per hour Wednesday.
New Chicago school board sworn in as CTU president pushes to reach deal over contentious contract
The new Chicago Board of Education was sworn in Wednesday morning, marking a historic shift in oversight of the country’s ...
Things to do in Chicago Jan. 16-22: The Mix
MLK Day concerts, the musicals 'Fun Home' and 'Come From Away' and a visit by actor Josh Gad are among the entertainment ...
Unexpected visitor hiding in Chicago Aldi grocery store caught on video
Shoppers and staff at a Chicago Aldi were surprised to find a coyote hiding in the refrigerated section, prompting a response ...
City Council sides with Mayor Brandon Johnson on Chicago’s sanctuary city dispute
The failed vote was no surprise; even if the amendment had passed, there would have been a 34-vote hurdle to clear a ...
Chicago Officials Pitch $1.5 Billion Plan to Fix Transit Woes
Chicago transit officials are advocating for a $1.5 billion annual funding package to help keep one of the country’s largest ...
Neighbors say closure of Walgreens in Chicago's Bronzeville neighborhood will disrupt many lives
Back in the fall of 2024, Walgreens—which is based in north suburban Deerfield—w arned it was going to close 1,200 stores ...
Walgreens closing five stores on South, West sides of Chicago
Walgreens says it will close five stores on the South and West sides of Chicago next month, drawing criticism from local ...