10 hospitalized after fire in West Humboldt Park apartment building, CFD says
Ten people were hospitalized after a fire in the West Humboldt Park neighborhood Friday, the Chicago Fire Department said.
Urgent Search For Missing Chicago Teenager Willie Carter Continues, Police Appeal For Public Help
The search for Willie Carter, a 14-year-old child who has been missing since November 27, 2025, is gaining traction in the community. Willie was last seen in the 13200 block of South Langley Avenue, according to the Chicago Police Department. He stands 5 feet 5 inches tall, weighs approximately 120 pounds, and has...
Mayor Johnson’s pick for Chicago Housing Authority CEO had ‘lack of operational experience’: Letter
Chicago Mayor Brandon Johnson's pick to head the Chicago Housing Authority, retired Alderman Walter Burnett, was never given serious consideration because he wasn't considered qualified to run the agency, a letter obtained by ABC7 showed.
Man riding in vehicle shot in Chicago’s Gresham neighborhood, police say
CHICAGO - A man was shot while riding in a vehicle on the South Side late Thursday, according to Chicago police. Police said the shooting happened around 11:20 p.m. in the 500 block of West 76th St., in the Gresham neighborhood. A 26-year-old man was sitting in a vehicle when...
Chicago man charged with murder months after deadly shooting
CHICAGO - A Chicago man was charged with murder in connection with a shooting this August in the Austin neighborhood. James Taylor, 48, allegedly shot a 28-year-old man several times around 11:37 a.m., on Aug. 17 in the 4900 block of West Adams Street, according to Chicago police. The man...
Retired judge gets probation for stealing nearly $250,000 from elderly Tuskegee Airman
A former Cook County judge who stole large sums of money from an elderly friend who served as a Tuskegee Airman received a probationary sentence on Friday. Patricia Martin, 66, received four years of probation after pleading guilty to theft of $100,000 to $500,000, according to court records. The judge also ordered...
Beloved Power 92 DJ Commando, also Bulls’ official DJ, has died
CHICAGO - Chicago’s music community is mourning the loss of a well-known and beloved voice. Power 92’s DJ Commando, whose real name was Landon Wallace, has passed away. His family shared the news on social media, prompting an outpouring of grief from fans, artists, and colleagues across the city.
Man accused of hitting Cook County Fugitive Task Force member with car
A man was charged with attempted murder after police said he hit a member of the Cook County Fugitive Task Force with his car.
Romeca Blackmon murder: Woman charged in killing ordered to remain in custody
CHICAGO - The woman charged with killing Romeca Blackmon appeared in court Thursday and was ordered to remain in custody after Blackmon was gunned down when dropping her son off at a South Loop school earlier this year. Dozens of supporters showed up at the Cook County courthouse for the...
Woman struck, killed by CTA bus in South Shore Identified
Authorities have released the identity of a woman struck and killed by a CTA bus in the South Shore neighborhood
