All patrons at the United Center will need to provide either proof of vaccination or a negative COVID test in order to enter the venue.
A Chicago Police Department officer has been placed on desk duties after a viral video showed him grabbing a Black woman walking her dog.
Rahm Emanuel, former mayor of Chicago and ex-Obama chief of staff, has been nominated by President Biden to serve as ambassador to Japan.
One of Chicago's most famous hot dog eateries announced that it will reopen its doors by the end of September.
A federal judge ruled against a group attempting to stop further construction on the Obama Presidential Center in Jackson Park.
Our calendar of future events, activities and resources includes wellness checks and friendly phone visits. Free Zoom classes also offered.
During the month of August, the Constituent Education Resource Card will be available for checkout from Johnson’s district office.
Cook County has been placed under a 'substantial' COVID-19 risk list, and the CDC now recommends masks to be worn indoors by all people.
Derek Dalton, the general manager of CBS 2 Chicago, has been ousted by the station after an internal investigation into alleged misconduct.
Portillo's, a staple Chicago-style hot dog chain, has announced that it plans to take the company public, hopefully sometime this year.
President Joe Biden will visit the northwest suburb of Crystal Lake next week for an undisclosed trip.
When books are done being library books, sometimes they become Little Free Library books.
The Chicago City Council has approved the rechristening of Lake Shore Drive to officially be named after Jean Baptiste Point DuSable.
Team Blazing Stars to be Recognized at the 2021 FIRST® Global Innovation Awards on June 30 at 2:30 p.m. ET on FIRSTtv Twitch Channel
A New Trier High School sophomore died overnight after she was electrocuted while walking across CTA tracks in Evanston.
A retired attorney from Chicago has become the oldest recorded American to climb the world's tallest mountain, Mount Everest.
Shots rang out in the parking lot of a North Aurora grocery store on Tuesday afternoon, leaving two people injured.
The Chicago Cubs took a big step today in returning Wrigley Field to normalcy, as vaccinated fans can now go without masks in the ballpark.
All-ages reading and activities series begins June 1.
Kingswood Church will hold a Memorial Day service at 11 am on Monday, May 31 at Knopf Cemetery.
Over 1600 employees at the Belvidere Chrysler Assembly Plant could lose their jobs as a result of a nationwide microchip shortage.
A man from suburban Niles was sentenced to 27 years in prison on Tuesday for charges of child pornography and exploitation.
Students and staff contribute close to 1,000 pounds of food, other items
State Senator Adriane Johnson wants to ensure kids of every background can take part in cultural traditions without risking their health.
One of Chicago's oldest traditions will be returning to the city over the summer after pushing back its typical February date.
A new Starbucks Reserve Bar store has opened in downtown Naperville, one of only a handful of its kind in the entire world.
State Senator Adriane Johnson is congratulating the Scholars from the 30th District, which include 597 students from six area high schools.
Elmhurst University has lifted the lockdown and given the all-clear signal after a man with a gun was reportedly spotted on the campus.
Senate Bill 968 passed the Senate Friday with bipartisan support and now heads to the House.
Gov. JB Pritzker has activated the Illinois National Guard ahead of the verdict being released in the trial of Derek Chauvin.
The Chicago Dept. of Transportation announced the spring bridge-lifting schedule in anticipation of the city's boating season.
Johnson’s staff is hiring interns on a rolling basis, so candidates are encouraged to apply as soon as they are able.
State Senator Adriane Johnson reminds drivers to be patient, allow extra time for travel, and drive cautiously in and around work zones.
Lou Malnati's, a Chicago deep-dish pizza staple since 1971, is reportedly looking to sell the chain.
State Senator Adriane Johnson encouraged more local business owners to sign up to participate in her tour series.
Disposing of unwanted medications properly helps keep our community safe
Hatch Dispensary has opened in Wheeling, providing recreational cannabis at the company's second location.
Vernon Area and Indian Trails public libraries are among the 41 partnering hosts inviting the public to virtually experience local museums.
Naperville will be hosting a COVID-19 vaccination clinic on Wednesday, April 7, in partnership with Jewel-Osco and the Mall of India.
The first Coffee & Connect will be held Saturday, April 17 at 10 a.m. via Zoom. Register: www.SenatorAdrianeJohnson.com/CoffeeConnect