New video shows more reckless motorcycle riders on Chicago expressways
Once again, a large group of motorcycles riders were seen taking over a portion of the Eisenhower Expressway Friday night.
Clearing Yard volume nears critical threshold, analyst warns
Freight car inventory at the Belt Railway of Chicago’s Clearing Yard has topped 5,000 for the first time in data going back to 2017, pushing up dwell times and prompting an analyst to sound an alarm about potential congestion at the busiest classification yard in the Windy City. Volume at the twin hump yard has [...] R
Uninsured And Over The Limit: Two Illinois Drivers Meet In An Accident
A crash in Elmhurst ended with both drivers at the police station after officers found them both under the influence following a late-night collision on North Avenue.
City Club of Chicago: Cook County Sheriff Tom Dart on public transit safety
July 30, 2026 City Club event description: Sheriff Tom Dart has dedicated his career to challenging injustice, fighting the violence plaguing our communities, and bringing new, thoughtful approaches to public service. After serving as a prosecutor and an Illinois state legislator, Sheriff Dart was elected by the people
Heavy rain across Chicago area, some counties under a Flood Warning | Live Update
Parts of the Chicago area are under Flood Warning Saturday due to heavy rain.
Humboldt Park Guide Hit On Birthday Faces 34 Broken Bones
A 64-year-old Humboldt Park architecture tour guide is facing a long rehabilitation after a driver struck him head-on on his birthday, leaving him with 34 broken bones. Jim Collins has undergone five surgeries and remains hospitalized, while friends have raised more than $38,000 to help cover the costs of his recovery.
Locals Can’t Stop Raving About The Fry-Covered Hot Dogs At This Iconic Illinois Diner
A giant fiberglass hot dog sitting on top of a neon sign is not a subtle invitation, and Henry’s Drive-In in Cicero, Illinois has never been interested in being subtle. This place has a personality. A big one. And it announces that personality from the parking lot before you’ve...
Woman shot during attempted carjacking in Lawndale
A woman was shot during an attempted carjacking in Chicago's Lawndale neighborhood.
Rare Louis Vuitton bag stolen at Chicago’s Randolph Street Market ‘within seconds,’ vendor says
A rare vintage 1987 Louis Vuitton Cartouchiere handbag valued at $725 was stolen within seconds from a vendor's booth at Chicago's Randolph Street Market after the owner briefly stepped away. JCR Luxury owner John Crispino says thieves have stolen nearly $5,000 worth of merchandise from him over the past year,...
Noisy motorcycle caravans create chaos and raise safety concerns downtown
A caravan of hundreds of motorcycles created a loud, chaotic, and potentially dangerous situation on the Dan Ryan Expressway and in the South Loop and downtown Chicago late Thursday night.
