Chicago has not been immune from air traffic controller shortages in recent years
Air traffic controller staffing has faced renewed attention after a January plane crash in Washington, D.C. Chicago has not ...
Chicago will be home of global COVID-19 monument to honor victims, front-line workers
The illuminated, 25-foot stainless steel monument in the Illinois Medical District could be completed later this year.
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Chicago flu cases spike, most intense in 15 years. Here's where to get a free vaccine.
Data from the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention on doctors' visits for flu-like symptoms indicate this is the most ...
Chicago homicides in 2025: 47 people slain. Here’s how that compares with previous years.
Information about homicides is released daily by the city of Chicago. The release of homicide victims’ names is delayed by ...
Fire rips through industrial building on Chicago's West Side
The fire broke out in a building west of Central Avenue and north of Bloomingdale Avenue. The building takes up nearly an ...
How much snow could the Chicago area see this week? The latest forecast
A winter system is expected to dump several inches of snow on the Chicago area this week, but how much could you see?
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Final Tally: Chicago Taxpayers Spent At Least $107.5M to Resolve Police Misconduct Lawsuits in 2024, Analysis Finds
During the past six years taxpayers have spent at least $472.4 million to resolve police misconduct lawsuits, setting a new ...
Winter Storm Watch issued for mid-week, could bring Chicago's highest snow totals of season so far
CHICAGO (WLS) -- Chicago could see its biggest snowfall of the season as a winter storm rolls into town Wednesday and Thursday.
Major retailer returning to Chicago's Loop despite increase of vacancies since pandemic
The Gap factory outlet recently announced plans to open on State Street, potentially providing a spark to the Loop.