Migrants Moved From Two Chicago Park District Facilities To Allow Return Of Services

It's an effort to restore the parks and their services before summer. Five parks across the city have housed migrants since last summer.

Dolton 149 Career and Technical Ed Students Showcase Their Progress

New program for 7th and 8th graders in the 2023-2024 school year

Chicago Board Of Elections Adds Over 10,000 Votes "Mistakenly Left Out" To Unofficial Count In State's Attorney Race

"I mistakenly left out mail-in additional ballots that had been received back via USPS the evening of Monday, March 18," Max Bever said.

To Father Pfleger On Protests For The Homeless: 'Don't Shut Up'

The heart of the homelessness issue is not Black versus brown, or “us” versus “them,” says Pfleger, but of restoring our own humanity.

Chicago-Area Prosecutor Race: Tough-On-Crime Judge, Dem Backed-Lawyer

An open seat to lead the nation’s second-largest prosecutor’s office has become one of the most spirited races in the Illinois primary.

Migrant Funding Top Of Mind Ahead Of Pritzker's Budget Address

The current budget that ends June 30 budgeted $550 million for non-citizen health care, but projections have pushed that number higher.

Chicago received ‘F’ for fiscal health

New report by watchdog

Cook County Judge To Hear Arguments On Trump Illinois Ballot Challenge

Following the denial of Trump's emergency motion to delay proceedings, oral arguments are set to go ahead as scheduled Friday morning.

Cook County State's Attorney Candidates Debate Ahead Of Dem Primary

Former prosecutor Clayton Harris and retired Judge Eileen O'Neill Burke are set to face each other Thursday evening in a live debate.

Switching From Tipped To Minimum Wage Would Be ‘Catastrophic,' Restaurateur Says

"It’ll create unemployment. It will be hazardous to the business community," a state rep who owns several restaurants said.

Effort To Remove Donald Trump From Illinois Ballot Shifts To Courts

After their objection to his candidacy was dismissed by the Illinois State Board of Elections, a group of voters want a judge to intervene.

Chicago Cop Convicted Over Role In Jan. 6 Capitol Riot Avoids Prison

Karol Chwiesiuk and his sister were sentenced to 3 months house arrest and 3 years probation after a jury found them guilty last year.

Texas Pays $370,000 For 2 Flights To Send Migrants To Illinois: Report

Records show one flight from El Paso to Chicago cost the Texas Division of Emergency Management more than $1,000 per migrant.

COPA Recommends Chicago Police Officer Be Fired For Shooting, Killing Domestic Violence Victim

COPA recommended that Officer Alberto Covarrubias be fired for the shooting that killed Michael Craig.

Two Illinois Laws Go After ‘Deep Fakes' And ‘Doxxing' Beginning Jan. 1

The laws ould hold internet users civilly liable for the practice of “doxxing” and “deep fakes.”

Broadview Gets $500,000 Grant to Help Prevent Flooding

Flood prevention equipment is scheduled to commence installation on January 2, 2024

TASC Taps 5 New Board Members; Elects New Board Leadership

TASC Board Chair DeAnna Jones hails new members' "diverse expertise"

Bicycles Still Not 'Intended' On Roads, Illinois Supreme Court Finds

The state's highest court reversed a ruling that found Chicago clearly intended people to ride bicycles near Divvy bike rental stations.

Pilot Program Will Provide State IDs To Released Cook County Inmates

The partnership between Secretary of State Alexi Giannoulias and Sheriff Tom Dart removes "artificial obstacles" for former offenders.

Pritzker, Illinois EPA Shuts Down Brighton Park Migrant Shelter Plan

Gov. J.B. Pritzker, citing environmental concerns, said the state will no longer devote $65 million to a proposed shelter for 2,000 people.

Out On Bail, Trevian Kutti Appears To Threaten Witness On Livestream

The former publicist for R. Kelly and Kanye West, a co-defendant of Donald Trump in Georgia, made the remarks last month on Instagram Live.

2 Months Behind Bars For Ex-CFD Lieutenant For Role In Jan. 6 Violence

The retired Chicago firefighter, an uncle of the founder of a Florida militia, pleaded guilty to bringing a can of mace to the Capitol riot.

Retired Chicago Firefighter To Be Sentenced Over Role At Capitol Riot

Joseph Pavlik brought pepper spray to the Capitol building on Jan. 6, 2021, but he was himself sprayed by police before he could use it.

Poll: Chicago Mayor Johnson's Approval Rating Among Lowest Ever

Chicago Mayor Brandon Johnson is just six months into his term, but according to a new poll, residents are unhappy with his performance.

Biden To Visit Chicago Next Week To Tout 'Investing In America' Plan

The Illinois Congressional Delegation has been informed that President Biden will be stopping in the Chicago area on Nov. 9.

Illinois' EV Coordinator Acknowledges Battery Disposal ‘A Problem'

“It’s a problem that the world is facing in how to grapple with it and it’s going to grow in enormities,” Lakhchaura said.

Illinois Quick Hits: Nurses Ratify New Contract; Housekeepers Picket Over Pets

The Illinois Nurses Association announced a contract agreement with the state of Illinois. The four-year contract was ratified on Oct. 26.

Lawmakers Warn Of Job Loss If Subminimum Wage Is Raised For Workers With Disabilities

House Bill 793 would eliminate the 14-C certificates, which allows for lower pay for those with developmental disabilities.

Recession 'Is At The Door,' NFIB Says Of Illinois' Unemployment Situation

According to the Illinois Department of Employment Security, the unemployment rate increased 0.3 of a percentage point to 4.4%.

Fugitive Chicago Attorney Faces Immigration Fraud Charges, Feds Say

Mohammad Baniassadi allegedly faked stories of domestic abuse and arranged for sham marriages, divorces and job offers to help his clients.

Chicago Ald. Julia Ramirez Assaulted At Asylum Seeker Protest

Ramirez attended a protest in Brighton Park and said she was battered by angry residents opposing winterized tents being placed there.

Closing Arguments Begin In Trial Of Ex-DCFS Workers Charged In A.J. Freund's Death

Closing arguments will begin for the two former child welfare workers charged in connection with the 2019 death of 5-year-old AJ Fruend.

Anti-Gerrymandering Group: Illinois Worst In Nation For Political Redistricting

A new report that highlights the redistricting process in the U.S. gives Illinois the worst grade in the country.

Fraction Of 1% Of Illinois FOID Card Holders Register Banned Guns In First Week

A registry created in relation to the ban has been open for a week. A fraction of a percent of gun owners have complied so far.

State Pension Tracker: Illinois Has Second Largest Pension Debt In Nation

The Reason Foundation released its State Pension Tracker, which forecasts state pension plans for fiscal year 2023.

Despite Pending Legal Action, Illinois Opens Registry For Gun Ban Law

“Do not bring your weapon, ammunition, or accessories if you visit a Kiosk,” ISP said in a statement.

Back From Border, Illinois Lawmaker Says Close The Border Now

Illinois Gov. J.B. Pritzker wouldn't explicitly say Tuesday if the southern U.S. border needs to be closed.

Illinois Lawmaker Calls For Changes Following Truck Crash That Killed Five People

An Illinois lawmaker is calling for changes following a tanker truck crash that resulted in the deaths of several people.

Illinois Gun Rights Groups Ask Appeals Court To Review Texas Pistol Brace Ruling

Recent cases challenging weapons laws in other states could have an impact on the case pending against Illinois’ gun and magazine ban.

Chicago City Council Confirms Larry Snelling As New CPD Superintendent

The final vote was 48-0. Only Ald. Derrick Curtis (18th) and Ald. Gilbert Villegas (36th) was not present to vote.