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An overnight shift at Indian Hill Club in New Trier Township took a frightening turn Monday when, according to sheriff’s police, a 22-year-old employee allegedly pointed a gun at a coworker’s head. Deputies say the worker was later arrested near his home and that a loaded firearm was recovered from a vehicle.

Tucked away at 2133 63rd St in Downers Grove, Illinois, Ultimate Treasures is not your average thrift store. This place is so packed with furniture, clothing, electronics, collectibles, and just about everything else you can imagine that shoppers regularly spend hours wandering its aisles. With a 4.3-star rating and hu

‘Security guard for prostitutes’ beating three victims with two-by-four, holding one captive for a week, prosecutors claim – Image for illustrative purposes only (Image credits: Unsplash) A Chicago resident found himself trapped in a basement apartment on the city's West Side, chained to a metal pole for seven days whi

A Chicago man who told investigators he works as a security guard for prostitutes chained a customer to a metal pole in a basement apartment for a week, forced him to liquidate his stock portfolio and withdraw more than $32,000 in cash from two banks, then beat him so severely he suffered broken ribs and a punctured lu

In the latest communication to the Roycemore community, the private school’s board of trustees announced Saturday more changes to the board and to the terms of a grant it recently received. The donor of the grant that has been allowing the school to continue operating has changed the gift...

Chicago’s food scene is huge, right? It can be tough to figure out where to actually get good food. Forget the tourist traps for a minute. I’m talking about the places locals actually love. These spots have been tried and tested, earning that unofficial “local seal of approval.”...

Seven people suffered minor injuries in a two-car crash late Saturday night in Hermosa on the city's Northwest Side, according to police. All were taken to Stroger Hospital and listed in good condition.

Bed Bath & Beyond is returning through a partnership with The Container Store at select Illinois locations.

In the recreation yard at 2700 S. California Avenue on Friday afternoon, there were women of all ages seated at plastic dining tables. There was live music and speeches. There was celebration and contemplation. There were burgers and hot dogs, flowers and pink tablecloths. What was missing were the kids.

Chicago may be famous for deep-dish pizza and Italian beef, but one local restaurant is earning statewide recognition for something entirely different: barbecue. Many diners and food lovers are calling Smoque BBQ the best barbecue destination in Illinois thanks to its slow-smoked meats, classic sides, and no-frills approach to authentic BBQ. Quick Guide Location: Chicago, ... Read more