48 pets adopted at PAWS Chicago’s Angels with Tails event
PAWS said about 56 animals arrive at Chicago Animal Care & Control every day, so adoption events like the one on Sunday make a big difference.
Chicago Police Seek Public Help to Locate Missing Juvenile Journee Barry Last Seen on...
The Chicago Police Department is seeking the public's assistance in locating a missing juvenile, Journee Barry, who was last seen on May 20, in the 1500 block of South Karlov Avenue in Chicago, Illinois. According to the Chicago Police Department's official release, Barry was last spotted wearing a black hooded...
Man fought priest outside Chicago church during carjack attempt: Prosecutors
A Chicago man was taken into custody this week following two alleged attempted carjackings, including one in which he's accused of scuffling with a priest.
In wake of Colorado attack, Chicago area chapters of “Run for their Lives” worry
Six people were injured in the incident in Colorado, which the FBI called a "targeted act of violence."
Chicago’s First Dust Storm in 90 Years Likely Carried Toxic Farm Chemicals
CHICAGO, IL — Chicago experienced a rare weather event in May 2025 — its first large-scale dust storm in more than 90 years. The storm swept through the city after developing over dry farm fields near Bloomington, reducing visibility and triggering concerns about air quality. Now, researchers say...
Around 1,000 motorcyclists take part in Chicago Police Memorial Foundation Ride to Remember
The 21st Annual Chicago Police Memorial Foundation's Area Four Ride to Remember took off from the United Center Sunday morning.
Chicago Bank of America Half Marathon steps off Sunday morning on West Side
CHICAGO - Another major Chicago race is stepping off this Sunday on the city’s West Side. The Bank of America Chicago 13.1 is expected to begin at 7 a.m., and thousands of runners will participate. What we know: — The 13.1-mile race will start and end inGarfield Park and...
Celebrate 2025 Pride Month in Chicago with parades, festivals
From parades, festivals, concerts, and more, it's going to be a busy month. Check out the Pride events happening throughout the month:
Ribfest Chicago to celebrate 25 years on city’s North Side
Come enjoy the sweet smells of BBQ filling the streets of Lincoln, Damen and Irving Park Rd. Returning for its 25th year in Northcenter, Ribfest Chicago, is clearly all about one thing - ribs! Sweet Baby Ray's, the presenting sponsor of this year's event,
Democratic Mayor Slams ‘Detractors’ Amid DOJ Probe
The Department of Justice (DOJ) is investigating Chicago’s hiring practices after concerns arose regarding comments from Chicago Mayor Brandon Johnson at the Apostolic Church of God. Johnson stated that his administration is the most diverse in the city’s history, noting that 45% of staff is Black, 25% is Latin, 30%...
