WATCH: Garbage Truck Mysteriously Explodes, Covers Chicago-Area Neighborhood in Trash
A downpour of garbage rained over a Chicago neighborhood when a truck mysteriously exploded, scattering debris across several blocks.
Vandals Spray Paint 'Kill Your CEO' on Chicago Businesses After Murder of UnitedHealthcare Boss
Three Chicago businesses were targeted by vandals who spray painted "Kill Your CEO" on their storefronts over the weekend.
Trump's Border Czar Reveals Where Mass Deportation 'Ground Zero' Will Be
Tom Homan made the claims speaking to Illinois Republicans. He also warned Mayor Brandon Johnson: "If he doesn't want to help, get the hell out of the way"
MAGA Influencer Charged With Battery After Allegedly Pepper-Spraying Feminist
Nicholas Fuentes is accused of macing Marla Rose who confronted him at his suburban Chicago home last month about a sexist online posting
Chicago Man Gets 60 Years in Prison for Killing PhD Student Just Hours After He Arrived in Town for School
A Chicago man was sentenced to 60 years in prison for accidentally gunning down and killing a 25-year-old student who had arrived in the city just hours prior to the fatal shooting.
Here are the Least Expensive Cities in the U.S. to Celebrate Christmas
There are many places to spend Christmas in the U.S. but these are the most attractive and economical options so you can celebrate without breaking the bank.
Panera Bread Customer Accused of Throwing Hot Coffee on Pregnant Woman Over 'Palestine' Sweatshirt Hit with Hate Crimes Charges
A 64-year-old woman was arrested and charged with two felony counts of hate crime for verbally and physically assaulting a pregnant couple wearing "Palestine" sweatshirts.
Chicago-Area Democrat Arrested for Drunk Driving Asked Cop About His 'Small' Penis: Police
Cook County official was arrested for drunk driving after a crash, where she reportedly kept asking police about his "small penis."
Pro-Trump Counties Vote to Secede from Illinois, Form New Red State
Seven counties voted in favor of secession, and in six of those counties, more than 70% of voters were in favor of the measure.
Chicago Migrant Shelters to Close as City Integrates Them With System for Homeless Residents
Under the new system, Chicago will have 6,800 beds available for homeless individuals, including new arrivals. Critics argue that capacity may fall short
Teacher at 'Hands-On' Daycare Fired for Slapping Child in Latest Incident Involving Troubled School
A Montessori school teacher in Chicago was fired for slapping a child when she "lost her cool," potentially marking the second incident of abuse at the daycare.
Sabrina Carpenter Follows Adele and Rosalía's Footsteps When Engaging With Mexican Fans
Carpenter's "Short n' Sweet Tour' has been full of surprises. An unexpected one took place Chicago when she got a now iconic doll
Chicago Runner Creates 'Silly and Stupid' Alternative to Iconic Marathon, Will Do 26.2 Miles of Laps Around a Single City Block
The runner wanted to train and raise money for a good cause without having to miss spectating the Chicago Marathon, so he's running a "homegrown marathon."
Chicago Fast-Food Worker Snaps, Brutally Kills Customers 'Execution'-Style After Argument: Police
A Chicago fast-food restaurant cashier is charged with shooting two unarmed, unrelated customers 'execution'-style Monday evening.
Chicago officials say flow of migrants arriving from Texas during DNC set to be much smaller than anticipated
The number, initially thought to be around 25,000 migrants, is actually expected to be under 1,000
Chicago's migrant shelter population halved as spring evictions increase
The city recently placed a 60-day limit on shelter stays for incoming migrants.
Daniel Suárez and NASCAR want to bring more Latino fans into the sport with new edition of "Daniel's Amigos"
Daniel Suárez competes for SS-Green Light Racing and is in his eighth season in the NASCAR Cup Series
Judge finds enough evidence for class action against Chicago for targeting Black and Latino drivers
The city's "mass traffic stop program" intentionally targets the groups, the judge established
Homelessness has more than tripled in Chicago amid increased migrant arrivals
Nearly 19,000 people didn't have stable housing in January, compared to some 6,000 the year prior
Some Chicagoans are so outraged over a $70 million aid package for migrants that they want a mayoral recall
While the Windy City has spent $300 million on migrant relief, it's seeking up to $1.5 billion in taxpayer money to help build a new Chicago Bears stadium
Chicago to Close Five Migrant Shelters, Relocate Occupants to Reopen Park District Buildings
Some 800 people are set to be impacted by the measure. The locations are usually used to host summer camps and athletic contests
Chicago Begins Evicting Some Migrants From Shelters After Three Postponements
City officials said that over 2,000 people will be evicted by the end of April. There are currently more than 11,000 in its shelters
Measles Outbreak Grows in Chicago with Four new Cases Reported at Migrant Shelter
All of the affected were reported in stable or good conditions
How the Influx of Migrants is Impacting the Budgets of some of the Largest Cities in the U.S.
A report by S&P Global concluded that cities like NYC, Chicago and Denver are adjusting their budgets for this, but can struggle without federal support
Manhunt Ends in Texas After Suspect in Chicago Killings Takes Own Life
The man was identified as 23-year-old Romeo Nance and was found near Natalia, Texas by U.S. Marshals
How NYC, Chicago Are Dealing With Overcrowded Shelter Systems as Freezing Temperatures Grip U.S.
Authorities are delaying evictions and time limits from shelters. Thousands are crossing the border despite the trying conditions
Texas Governor Abbott Starts Migrant Charter Flights Sending a First to Chicago
The measure follows a crackdown by the city on "rogue" bus operators, Texas' main mean of taking migrants to other cities
Illinois Halts Construction of Migrant Shelter Due to High Levels of Arsenic, Lead and Mercury
Chicago is now considering new plans to house migrants after the state shuttered its proposed 2,000-person shelter
Chicago City Council Introduces Resolution to Reconsider Sanctuary City Status
The resolution allows residents to vote on whether to keep the status. It comes after the city has taken in over 20,000 migrants in just over a year
How These Chicago Nonprofits Want to Help Migrants Arriving in the City
From moving migrants into housing or helping them register for city ID, learn about nonprofits' actions to help deal with this situation