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WASHINGTON (25News Now) - The Department of Justice says the State of Illinois and six universities have suspended a minority-only scholarship program after a lawsuit threat from the department. The universities named in a DOJ press release are Northwestern University, Loyola University of Chicago and the University...

As Australian tourists in Chicago, we were surprised to find many cheap, fun things to do as a family with teens, from comedy shows to museums.

Portillo's is testing out a morning menu at five Chicago-area restaurants starting April 15, featuring five all-new breakfast items, including a Polish sausage, egg and cheese sandwich.

CHICAGO - Two men were charged in connection with a pair of armed robberies Wednesday on the CTA Red Line. The backstory: — Kenyon Guillory, 20, and Kevin Stoner, 30, allegedly stole property from two men near the 87th Street station just before 10 p.m., according to Chicago police.

Chicago, Illinois, boasts a world-renowned culinary scene with a variety of authentic dining experiences. Here are five authentic restaurants in Chicago that you must try. Alinea offers an innovative dining experience with a focus on molecular gastronomy in a sleek, modern setting. Try their Scallop with Black...

CHICAGO — A Michigan man has been found guilty of delivering a disturbing threat to former Chicago Mayor Lori Lightfoot, warning that he would kill her if she didn’t curb the city’s violence. The verdict was handed down Thursday at the Leighton Criminal Courthouse in Chicago, following a bench trial last month.

Chicago police are warning downtown residents that another "teen takeover" is anticipated for Millennium Park tonight. Why it matters: Police say early warnings could prevent residents and tourists from getting caught in disorderly, sometimes violent, gatherings. What they're saying: "The Chicago Police Department is...

CHICAGO - A man was shot during a dispute in a South Shore apartment late Thursday night, according to Chicago police. The shooting happened around 10:19 p.m. in the 6700 block of South Oglesby Avenue. Police said a 40-year-old man was fighting with a woman when she pulled out a gun and shot him once in the abdomen.

Sheriff Jack Harlan announces the arrest of a Chicago man scamming a Knox County elder. On March 31st, 2025 Knox County Sheriff’s Office was made aware of a scam that directly affected the financial position of an elderly female in the Galesburg area. Knox County Detectives organized an undercover...

Chick-fil-A opens a new location in Pullman on April 17, led by local owner Elise Mills (Photo Provided). A new Chick-fil-A is set to open its doors in the Pullman neighborhood on April 17, bringing with it 100 jobs, a local owner with deep roots in the company, and a fresh wave of investment to Chicago’s South Side.