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Chicago Bears fire Matt Eberflus midseason

This marks a sharp turn in Chicago Bears franchise history. The Bears have never fired a coach mid-season before.

SUMMIT: Tirzepatide a ‘Huge Win’ for HFpEF Patients With Obesity

HF specialists agree these drugs will be key tools in fighting the obesity-related HFpEF epidemic. Hurdles and questions remain.

Chicago’s dirty water may be keeping invasive species at bay

New experimental evidence suggests destructive, ‘jumping’ silver carp are deterred by Chicago-area water pollution.

Illinois manhandles Michigan's offense in 21-7 win

The No. 22 Illini — higher in the polls, yet the underdog — stamped themselves as legit as they improved to 6-1.

Illinois State Trooper Dies After Traffic Collision in Champaign County

Trooper Corey S. Thompsen of the Illinois State Police was killed in a vehicle crash in Champaign County. An investigation into the incident is ongoing.

Southeast Side residents call on officials to slow down massive quantum campus project

Groups want to see plans to address community concerns over jobs, housing and the environment, including a community benefits agreement.

Illinois Man Sentenced to 18 Months for Assaulting Officers During January 6 Capitol Riot

An Illinois man was sentenced to 18 months in jail for assaulting officers during the January 6 Capitol riots, and must also pay fines and restitution.

Open House Chicago 2024: 13 sites to visit during the famous behind-the-scenes weekend

One of the most famous ways to see the city is here: Open House Chicago.

Illinois state flag: Time is running out to submit designs for new Illinois flag contest

Last year, Senate Bill 1818 -- appropriately named after the year Illinois became a state -- created a commission to evaluate the state’s current flag, and decide whether or not it is time to design a new one. In Aug. of 2023, the bill was signed into law by Illinois Gov. J.B. Pritzker.

Remy Bumppo Reveals 2024 Associate Artists

Remy Bumppo Theatre Company, launching its 2024 - 2025 season with Dear Elizabeth, October 17 - November 17, at Theater Wit, has announced its slate of new Associate Artists.

Chicago’s 78 Project Loses $285M Anchor Tenant

Developer Related Midwest is left without an anchor tenant for its massive 62-acre parcel after the University of Illinois bailed on its project.

Chicago-area billboards display profane anti-Israel messages on Palestinian flag

NORTHBROOK, Ill. (TNND) — Two billboards in the greater Chicago area on Wednesday displayed anti-Israel messages, causing an uproar on social media. The digital signs, which are alongside an expressway in Northbrook, read “Death to Israel” and “F**k Israel” with a Palestinian flag in the background.

Mike Madigan trial LIVE updates: No new jurors selected yet this week in former speaker trial

The corruption trial for former Illinois House Speaker Michael Madigan began last week. Madigan had been indicted on federal racketeering and bribery charges as a part of what federal prosecutors call "the Madigan enterprise,

Dolton Mayor Tiffany Henyard to run for re-election amid federal probe

Dolton has frequently clashed with village trustees, who have accused her of financial mismanagement. The FBI is also conducting an investigation at Dolton Village Hall.

Mapping the Solidarity Economy

The worker-owned collective ChiCommons helps Chicago residents find local mutual aid-based organizations. By Damon Orion In July 2024, the Council Office

Bishop Ford Freeway back open following shooting

No one was injured during a shooting on the Bishop Ford Freeway late Wednesday. Around 11:40 p.m., state troopers responded to the Chicago Police Department for a report of a shoo

Babette Joseph, ACLU Illinois stalwart, dies at 93

Joseph, 93, died after a short illness Sept. 20 at her home in San Francisco, said her daughter, Amy. She previously had a home in Evanston.

CRE Developments Continue To Fuel Crystal Lake’s Growth

For Crystal Lake, Illinois, continuing the growth trajectory means bringing forth its mixed-use redevelopment, Water's Edge.

KPRC 2 Investigates uncovers bizarre business linked to HHA contracts

Houston’s Investigative team is not stopping anytime soon. The KPRC 2 Investigation into questionable Houston Housing Authority contracts has uncovered a bizarre business hired to help in Houston. Investigator Amy Davis has part three of the deep dive into contracts costing us millions of dollars.

Cook County health system finds its new CEO close to home

The next potential leader is Dr. Erik Mikaitis, who has been interim CEO at Cook County Health for nearly a year.

How to vote for judges in Illinois

They’re the ones presiding over your case whether you’re disputing a speeding ticket, getting a divorce, fighting for child custody or suing for damages in a car accident. And in Illinois, a majority of those judges are elected. But how do you approach voting for judges?

Former President Trump Addresses Economic Club of Chicago as Election Season Heats Up

Former President Trump spoke at the Economic Club of Chicago, amidst heightened security and local political criticism.

Exotic wild cat native to Africa and Asia found under home after wandering Chicago suburbs

An exotic large cat native to parts of Africa and Asia has been found under a deck after being spotted wandering around an Illinois golf club in the suburbs of Chicago.

What you need to know to cast a ballot in Illinois

Early voting is underway in Cook, Will, McHenry, Lake, Kendall, Kane and DuPage counties. From questions about how and where to vote to what to expect as the votes are counted, we turn to the experts. Reset checks in with election officials.

Jury selection continues as Madigan faces ‘laundry list’ of misconduct charges

An Illinois reform advocate says the corruption trial of former Illinois House Speaker Michael Madigan should send an "important signal" that the days of the "Chicago Way" need to come to an end. Jury selection for United States of America v.

Trump comes to Chicago to insist tariff is ‘world’s most beautiful word’ — and Jan. 6 was ‘love and peace’

Former President Donald Trump’s event in Chicago was before a receptive crowd, a downtown room full of the Economic Club of Chicago’s members and their guests, who often applauded his digs at moderator John Micklethwait,

Bally’s Chicago casino enters 2nd year on the rise, but behind projections in loaded Illinois market

State revenue analysts remain bullish on the future Chicago casino's prospects, but it's not clear just how big the windfall could be in a state with 15 other casinos and a litany of other gambling options.

Illinois high school opens culinary lab

The $1.6 million lab at Elk Grove High in Elk Grove Village will provide students in High School District 214 with a space that rivals professional kitchens.

Endangered caracal wild cat spotted roaming in Chicago's northwest suburbs has been captured

A caracal is something you might expect to see on a safari in central or southern Africa, not in Chicago's northwest suburbs.

Advocates say central Illinois communities deserve more bus service, funding

State lawmakers face a major challenge heading into budget discussions next year as Chicago public transit agencies face a $730 million fiscal cliff.

C-U sees trickle-down as immigrants bused to Illinois

More than 35,000 immigrants have been sent to Chicago on buses and planes over the last two years. According to the Windy City's officials, this figure includes individuals sent not just by Texas Gov.

Mike Madigan trial LIVE updates: Jury selection for ex-Illinois speaker case stretches into 2nd week

The trial, which is scheduled to last through mid-December, is the culmination of more than a decade of digging by the FBI and prosecutors, and it's the final in a series of related cases that have played out in Chicago's federal courthouse over the last few years.

Overwhelmed by Illinois judicial candidates on the ballot? Naperville North student created website to help

Naperville North High School student Sarah Boettcher has created the Know Your State Judges website to help voters research judicial candidates outside of Cook County.

United Methodist Church settles legal battle over property, assets with Naperville Korean Church

A 15-month legal battle between a breakaway faction of the United Methodist Church in Naperville and the church’s regional body for Northern Illinois has been settled.

Illinois State Police trooper rescues dogs from burning car after crash on Jane Addams Memorial Tollway

An Illinois State Police trooper saved two dogs from a burning car after a crash Tuesday morning near northwest suburban Arlington Heights. Police said troopers responded to a crash on the Jane Addams Memorial Tollway near Arlington Heights around 4:10 a.m. An Audi had rear-ended a Buick, and the Buick rolled over and caught fire.

A Nobel prize for an explanation of why nations fail

A trio of economists just won a Nobel prize for their insights into how democratic and other inclusive institutions are critical for a nation’s prosperity.

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