Naperville IL

Two reasons: money and geology. In the early 1890s, as Chicago prepared for the World’s Columbian Exposition, there was a rush by private companies to build a public transportation system here. The first elevated train line was opened in 1892, and three more private lines would soon follow. In 1897, transportation...

A new nature-themed immersive experience is coming to a mall in the Chicago suburbs this fall. Opening in September at the Woodfield Mall in Schaumburg, the WONDRA exhibit "blends nature, technology and storytelling into a breathtaking, multisensory journey," according to a release from exhibit producer Merlin...

The Naperville Jack in the Box, located at 1600 E Ogden Ave., is now open. Bringing the full Jack in the Box menu to Naperville. The fast food restaurant chain opened its doors on Aug. 4, bringing its full menu to the community, including burgers, tacos, chicken sandwiches, and milkshakes.

Illinois is famous for being a home for delicious food, and this celebrity chef couldn't agree more as he shares some of his favorite restaurants in our state. Chef Gordon Ramsey Shares His Favorite Restaurants In Illinois. I'm not going to lie, I'm a big fan of food, especially if...

(The Center Square) – U.S. Department of Homeland Security Secretary Kristi Noem says U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement officers have arrested criminals who would still be on the streets if Gov. J.B. Pritzker and Chicago Mayor Brandon Johnson had their way. Noem spoke at a Homeland Security facility in Lombard...

CHICAGO — A homicide investigation is underway on Thursday morning after a man was found shot to death on the city’s South Side overnight. According to Chicago police, just before 10 p.m., officers were called to the scene following a report of a person shot in the area. When they arrived, they found a 27-year-old...

CHICAGO (WGN) — September will mark one year since Chicago Mayor Brandon Johnson unplugged the city’s gunshot detection system known as ShotSpotter. Chicago leaders expressed concerns that gunfire would go undetected and the elimination of the technology would slow police response. A new study from the University of...

A sailor died from a self-inflicted gunshot wound at the Naval Station Great Lakes on Wednesday, the Lake County Coroner's Office confirmed on Friday.

The next time you wear your denim, remember that interwoven into the fabric are stories of struggle and resistance.

Grab your lawn chairs. The back-to-school festival returns Saturday. Why it matters: For more than 90 years, the Bud Billiken Parade has been a Chicago tradition that has drawn massive crowds to celebrate Black culture, art, music and history just before the start of the academic year. What to expect:...