Chicago police seize $280K in cash, 9 firearms in burglary investigation
CPD added that gang investigations officers are continuing their probe into more suspects.
Police tackle woman fleeing from Oak Brook theft
Around 9:30 p.m. on April 16, Oak Brook police were pursuing a car for retail theft on I-290 that was approaching 1st Avenue. Forest Park police positioned themselves at the intersection to block traffic from getting on the highway. The pursued driver exited the expressway on Central, driving on just the tire rims on the passenger side of the vehicle. A female...
3 Picture-Perfect Nature Trails in Illinois for Spring Hiking
I always joke that the spring and summer months are what remind us why we live in Illinois. When the sun comes up and the temperatures rise, you'll find me out exploring nature trails in Illinois. As a Chicagoan, I spend much of the year indoors. Yet when the spring equinox hits, something changes in […]
After Fearing A Permanent Closure, Chicago’s Famous Swan Boats And Surrey Bikes Are Officially...
If you enjoy paddling on a pond in charming swan boats , we have great news: they are returning to Humboldt Park this summer! After taking a break last summer due to a decline in sales , the fleet is officially making its comeback this week. Wheel Fun Rentals, a California-based company that operates in partnership with the Chicago Park District, is relaunching its fleet...
Cook County offers one-week amnesty to waive fees on overdue traffic tickets
Cook County Clerk Mariyana Spyropoulos explains how drivers can save money during a limited amnesty week by paying overdue traffic tickets without added fees.
Two arrested in Carbondale phone scam targeting bank accounts; more suspects sought
CARBONDALE, Ill., (KBSI) — Two people have been arrested in connection with a deceptive practices investigation in Carbondale involving a phone scam targeting multiple victims. Carbondale police said officers responded around 5:05 p.m. April 17 to the 1100 block of East Main Street. Investigators determined three suspects, posing as...
Perla Alvarez: Teen missing after trip to movie theater on Chicago’s West Side
CHICAGO - A search is underway for a teenage girl reported missing after going to a movie on Chicago’s West Side and not returning home, authorities said. Perla Alvarez, 14, was last seen April 17 after her mother dropped her off at an AMC movie theater in the 5500 block of West Homer Street, according to Chicago police.
Illinois Kid Asks to Play Noah Kahan for Pet Worm
If your pet had a theme song, what would it be? A Chicago-area girl went viral after asking to play a Noah Kahan song for her pet worm, even getting a response from the singer.
Missing Dolton twin infants, 17-year-old mother found safe, officials say
DOLTON - Twin infant boys and their 17-year-old mother who were reported missing Sunday morning in Dolton have been found safe, officials said. The twin boys, Jaylen and Jayden, are 1 month old and weigh less than 5 pounds. They and their mother, Zarreya, were found Monday, according to Dolton officials.
Chicago home collapses amid large fire near CTA tracks on West Side
Chopper 7 was over the scene as Chicago firefighters battled a fire that spread to multiple homes on Monday.

















