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Homewood, IL – A Chicago man was struck and killed late Sunday while crossing Halsted Street in south suburban Homewood. According to the Homewood Police Department, officers and fire personnel responded around 11:17 p.m. on March 30 to the 17600 block of Halsted Street following reports of a...

Three women from Rochester, New York, attempted to skip out on a $262.11 bill at Soul Vibez, a trendy Chicago restaurant, but their plan unraveled due to two significant errors. The incident occurred during a birthday celebration where the women enjoyed chicken wings, alfredo pasta, and drinks before leaving without...

Lansing, IL – A man from Chicago was found dead early Monday in Lansing, Illinois, following what police described as a mental health crisis. According to the Lansing Police Department, officers responded around the 17700 Block of Roy Street to a report of a gunshot victim. Investigators believe the man died by...

Looking for something to do this April in Chicago?. Museums across Chicago are offering free admission days to Illinois residents as long as they show proof of residency. Here’s a look at the different free admission days throughout the month. Field Museum. Free admission to Illinois residents on Wednesdays...

Whether you're looking to expand your horizons or break new ground on a scenic view, these Chicago hiking trails exceed expectations with awe-inspiring rivers, lush forests and breathtaking mountains. Chicago Lakefront Trail View this post on Instagram A post shared by Choose Chicago (@choosechicago) The Chicago...

Serena Maria Daniels is an editor for Eater, Midwest region, responsible for coverage in Chicago, Detroit, and the Twin Cities. She's a longtime Detroiter, by way of the West Coast and has been a journalist since 2006. Sometimes, a restaurant closure is part of an establishment’s natural progression. Perhaps it’s...

CHICAGO — Federal authorities now say a violent group of armed men is responsible for many, many more liquor store and tavern robberies than previously believed. The announcement comes as the feds accuse a fifth man of being part of the holdup crew. Last May, the U.S. Attorney’s Office...

Opening a brick-and-mortar restaurant is always a gamble. One can only hope for a large turnout and a loyal customer base, and luckily, one Chicagoan's dreams became a reality. Chi-Town's residents have been zipping up their parkas and running to get a bite at Julius Tacadena's new grab-and-go restaurant, Kanin.

Many ComEd customers are reporting power outages after strong storms swept through Chicagoland Sunday afternoon.

2nd Ward Alderman Brian Hopkins joins Steve Dale to give his commentary on the recent ‘teen takeover’ in Streeterville and what can be done to prevent future cases.