“My organisation will never make anybody feel like just because they’re struggling, that they deserve the lowest quality of food,” said Dion Dawson, 31, who … Continue reading
As the pandemic continues, the Tribune is tracking Illinois deaths, cases, test results and more here.
“Particularly damaging” storms could hit Chicago late Wednesday night after tracking a path across parts of the Midwest, according to the National Weather Service.
A derecho, a widespread summer storm, can travel thousands of miles with hurricane-force winds of up to 100 mph.
Sylvan Lake Dam could get $1.3 million in federal funding aimed at preventing the 100-year-old embankment dam from failing and putting nearby communities at risk.
A Chicago firefighter was allowed to return to work after he was charged with sexually assaulting and hitting a woman with whom he’s going through … Continue reading
Sozo Illinois dropped its lawsuit challenging the cannabis business licensing process in Illinois, clearing the way for lotteries to award the licenses beginning Thursday.
DOLTON, Ill. — A woman who died after being shot by police following a confrontation at a restaurant in the south suburbs has been identified. … Continue reading
CHICAGO — A fatal crash investigation has all lanes blocked on the inbound Eisenhower Expressway near Ashland Avenue. Illinois State Police say the accident involving … Continue reading
GENEVA — The World Health Organization says the number of coronavirus deaths globally jumped by 21% in the last week. Most of the 69,000 deaths … Continue reading
Two women in their 20s who were grazed by stray bullets and a 16-year-old boy were among seven people shot Tuesday night into Wednesday in … Continue reading
CHICAGO — Severe storms moved through the Chicago area Wednesday morning. A Severe Thunderstorm warning was issued for Cook County that expired at 5:15 a.m. … Continue reading
The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention reversed course Tuesday on some masking guidelines, recommending that even vaccinated people return to wearing masks indoors in … Continue reading
CHICAGO — Nearly 800 Chicago Public Schools students were given the wrong Scholastic Assessment Test (SAT) booklet this past spring, rendering their scores invalid. WGN … Continue reading
CALUMET CITY, Ill. — A murder suspect was shot and killed by authorities Tuesday afternoon in Calumet City. Chicago police officers assigned to the US … Continue reading
A 17-year-old boy is facing charges including first-degree murder in connection with the fatal shooting of a man in May, according to Chicago police.
Asexuals, who often refer to themselves as aces, have seen hard-won progress in the past five years, with affirming storylines on popular TV shows and … Continue reading
The warehouse, called Exchange 55, is a symbol of environmental racism in a city where people of color bear the brunt of industry, protesters said.
The warehouse, called Exchange 55, is a symbol of environmental racism in a city where people of color bear the brunt of industry, protesters said.
SPRINGFIELD, Ill. — The Illinois Department of Public Health (IDPH) announced Tuesday that they are fully aligning with new recommendations from the Centers for Disease … Continue reading
ST. CHARLES, Ill. — Multiple police agencies are looking for an inmate who escaped from a transport vehicle Tuesday in St. Charles. At around 1:05 … Continue reading
CHICAGO — From Twitter to Netflix — the beloved “Chicago Party Aunt” is getting her own series. The streaming service announced the new adult animated … Continue reading
Asexuals, who often refer to themselves as aces, have seen hard-won progress in the past five years, with affirming storylines on popular TV shows and … Continue reading
Chicago police are investigating a homicide case after a man was found fatally shot in the head in the Garfield Ridge neighborhood on Monday evening, … Continue reading
A Naperville motorcyclist died Monday after colliding with an SUV at intersection of Washington Street and Royce Road, Naperville police said.
The Russian Olympic Committee has won the gold medal in women’s gymnastics after U.S. star Simone Biles exited with a medical issue. The Russian team … Continue reading
DOLTON, Ill. — A woman shot by police in the south suburbs has died, and two officers were injured after an incident at a restaurant … Continue reading
The Chicago Police Department’s largest union announced it would mail ballots to active and retired cops for a vote on a proposal that could eventually … Continue reading
**WARNING: Video contains vulgar language, profanities. Viewer discretion is advised. WASHINGTON — Democrats are launching their investigation into the Jan. 6 Capitol insurrection Tuesday with a focus … Continue reading
CHICAGO — As Illinois sees a surge in COVID-19 cases, there are concerns about Lollapalooza going on as planned. Road closures started Tuesday as the … Continue reading
TOKYO — Tokyo reported its highest number of new coronavirus infections on Tuesday, days after the Olympics began. The Japanese capital reported 2,848 new COVID-19 … Continue reading
The Chicago Police Department’s largest union announced it would mail ballots to active and retired cops for a vote on a proposal that could eventually … Continue reading
The coroner’s office identified the man as Jianyun Shen, 35. An autopsy conducted Monday by the Lake County coroner’s office showed preliminary results that were … Continue reading
On Monday, police described the incident as an apparent tragic accident, but were declining to release additional details because of the ongoing investigation into the … Continue reading
On Monday, police described the incident as an apparent tragic accident, but were declining to release additional details because of the ongoing investigation into the … Continue reading
CHICAGO — On Monday, Mayor Lightfoot seemed to cast doubt on running for re-election. Lightfoot first opened the door to not seeking a second term … Continue reading
A Joliet-area husband and wife were arrested Monday on federal charges alleging they breached the U.S. Capitol during the Jan. 6 insurrection and posted photos … Continue reading
At other times, Lightfoot has suggested she’ll seek re-election.
CREST HILL, Ill. — A Crest Hill couple is facing federal charges for allegedly taking part in the insurrection at the U.S. Capitol on January … Continue reading
CHICAGO — The mayor’s office announced Monday that after over four years without a contract, a tentative agreement has been reached between the city and … Continue reading
The city of Evanston has decided not to amend its regulations of plantings done by residents in parkways, the city-owned strip of land between a … Continue reading
CHICAGO — At least 70 people were shot, 12 fatally, in Chicago from 6 p.m. Friday through midnight Sunday. According to the Chicago Sun-Times, the … Continue reading
As Lollapalooza returns to Grant Park for the first time since the onset of the COVID-19 pandemic, concerns over rising cases of the virus are … Continue reading
Community members in Chinatown have expressed concern about crime targeting immigrants, who are seen as easy targets for bandits.
People rally against removal of Columbus statues a year after they were taken down in Chicago.
Moses worked to dismantle segregation as the Mississippi field director of the Student Non-Violent Coordinating Committee during the civil rights movement.
Eight people have died and at least 51 others were injured in shootings since Friday afternoon, police said.
One person was shot in the leg by a Chicago police officer Sunday night after he allegedly ran from officers, according to a police statement.
One person was shot in the leg by a Chicago police officer Sunday night after he allegedly ran from officers, according to a police statement.
Eight people have died and at least 51 others were injured in shootings since Friday afternoon, police said.
Five men were shot as they stood in a yard in South Auston on the West Side early Sunday, Chicago police said.
CHICAGO — A man was shot by Chicago police during a traffic stop with tactical officers on the city’s South Side after police said he … Continue reading
CHICAGO — A 26-year-old man died following a shooting Sunday on Chicago’s South Side. Chicago police said the man and three others were driving South … Continue reading
CHICAGO — Sunday would have been Emmett Till’s 80th birthday. City officials and West Lawn community members celebrated the occasion as his childhood home was … Continue reading
GARY, Indiana — Six years ago Sunday, 2-year-old King Walker and his aunt 21-year-old Diamond Bynum disappeared from a family member’s home in Gary. The … Continue reading
Five men were shot as they stood in a yard in South Auston on the West Side early Sunday, Chicago police said.
WILMINGTON, Del. (AP) — The United States is in an “unnecessary predicament” of soaring COVID-19 cases fueled by unvaccinated Americans and the virulent delta variant, … Continue reading
CHICAGO — A 23-year-old man was shot to death in the city’s East Garfield Park neighborhood Sunday morning, according to police. Police said the man … Continue reading
A severe thunderstorm warning was issued Saturday as storms moved through the South Side of the city into the evening, according to the National Weather … Continue reading
WASHINGTON (AP) — House Speaker Nancy Pelosi on Sunday named a second Republican critic of Donald Trump, Rep. Adam Kinzinger, to a special committee investigating the … Continue reading
CHICAGO — A crash on the Bishop Ford Expressway just after 5 a.m. left six people hospitalized, according to Chicago fire officials. Illinois State Police … Continue reading
A severe thunderstorm warning was issued Saturday as storms moved through the South Side of the city into the evening, according to the National Weather … Continue reading
The family of slain 19-year-old Chrys Carvajal took to the streets Saturday, chanting and asking the community to come forward with tips on who fatally … Continue reading
Four people are dead, including a 17-year-old boy, and at least 21 others were wounded in city shootings since Friday afternoon, Chicago police said.
CHICAGO — At least 18 people were shot in incidents on the city’s South and West Sides, according to police. A 34-year-old man was injured … Continue reading
Four people are dead, including a 17-year-old boy, and at least 21 others were wounded in city shootings since Friday afternoon, Chicago police said.
A West Humboldt Park man accused of killing a witness set to testify in a murder case was denied bail during a hearing broadcast on … Continue reading
A West Humboldt Park man accused of killing a witness set to testify in a murder case was denied bail during a hearing broadcast on … Continue reading
Sticky to oppressive humidity levels for Chicago Saturday and air quality issues for many. Interactive Radar: Track showers and storms here Severe storms across the … Continue reading
NEW YORK (AP) — Jackie Mason, a rabbi-turned-comedian whose feisty brand of standup comedy led him to Catskills nightclubs, West Coast talk shows and Broadway … Continue reading
CHICAGO — When it comes to a city like Chicago, there are many tales to tell from all corners of the city. From the Chicago … Continue reading
CHICAGO — A 20-year-old man was killed and another man was injured in a shooting near the border of the Gage Park and Chicago Lawn … Continue reading
CHICAGO — More than 100 people marched from Maggie Daley Park to the Federal Plaza to draw attention to their fight for Medicare for All. … Continue reading
CHICAGO — A 19-year-old man was shot to death in the city’s Austin neighborhood Saturday afternoon, according to police. Police said the man was on … Continue reading
Prosecutors seek to bring in new evidence of R. Kelly’s alleged abuse of girls at upcoming New York trial.
Prosecutors seek to bring in new evidence of R. Kelly’s alleged abuse of girls at upcoming New York trial.
The seven-day average number of daily COVID-19 cases in Illinois has increased by five times in the past month after reaching the lowest point since … Continue reading
