College of Lake County fires counselor accused of child sexual abuse
The College of Lake County has terminated the employment of a counselor facing criminal charges related to child sex abu…
$12 million verdict exposes loophole in Illinois nursing home laws
The Adams family was awarded $12.2 million in a lawsuit against a Chicago nursing home for failing to protect Shirley Ad…
Newcomer Drew Romo’s first two career home runs power White Sox to 5-2 victory vs. Angels
The White Sox were hoping for an offensive jolt at a stagnant position when they designated catcher Reese McGuire for as…
6 men charged in connection with Winnetka home invasion
A federal grand jury has indicted six men on robbery and kidnapping charges in connection with a home invasion in Winnet…
White Sox rally past Angels with 7-run 7th, highlighted by Murakami Munetaka's MLB-leading 12th homer
For the White Sox, the wait was definitely worth it.After a three-hour rain delay and six innings of sleepwalking, the S…
Suspect dead in shootout with police after chase on I-88 starting in Naperville
A man is dead following a shootout with Warrenville police on Interstate 88 in DeKalb County Monday, Illinois State Poli…
Man fatally shot in Austin, police say
A man was shot and killed in the Austin neighborhood Monday night, police said.The man, 28, was on the street in the 490…
Viral video showing alleged insult to Miguel Amaya leaves odd taste
SAN DIEGO — The short video clip posted on X appeared to show Dodgers catcher Dalton Rushing referring to Cubs catcher M…
Trader Joe's customers suing over specific coffee variety: What's the issue?
Multiple coffee-drinking Trader Joe’s customers are suing the company, claiming they’re not getting the jolt they expect…
USF student complained of roommate before murders, brother says
The families of University of South Florida doctoral students Zamil Limon and Nahida Bristy issued a joint statement dem…
White Sox getting needed boost at plate with Austin Hays' return
After a White Sox home run, hitting coach Derek Shomon yells — among other things — ‘‘Booked him!’’What does that mean?‘…
White Sox' Tanner Murray out 4-6 months with dislocated, fractured shoulder
After making a headfirst, diving catch in left field Sunday, Tanner Murray had the presence of mind to flip the ball to …
Quieter weather arrives in the wake of cold frontal passage
Tuesday begins with extensive cloud coverage that hangs on through midday before some breaks in the clouds permit some p…
City Council members demand answers on budget outlook; New poll on 2027 mayoral race
At City Hall on Monday, a key commitee convened for an update on how the Johnson administration is implementing the budg…
Sources: Suspected Chicago cop killer evaded parole, escaped electronic monitoring
CHICAGO (WGN) — The man suspected of shooting two Chicago police officers was wanted for evading parole, escaping from e…
Cubs drop finale in measuring-stick series against the Dodgers
LOS ANGELES—Two questions hovered over Dodger Stadium in the coolness of an early-spring late afternoon as the buses car…
Hundreds gather for Chicago Federation of Labor's May Day 5K
The Chicago Federation of Labor May Day 5K Run and Walk took place on a foggy Lake Michigan lakefront in celebration of …
Reliever Riley Martin becomes the latest Cubs pitcher to head to the injured list
LOS ANGELES—Eleven o’clock on a Sunday morning, and Cubs catcher Carson Kelly’s attention was drawn to the small group o…
Deeply Rooted Dance Theater set to celebrate 30 years in Chicago
Deeply Rooted Dance Theater is celebrating its 30th anniversary with a fundraiser gala and performance, while also plann…
White Sox lose games of RISP, drop series to Nationals
After pulverizing the ball while scoring 44 runs on their six-game trip last week, the White Sox must have left their ba…