Website Leaks Joe Ricketts' Racist Emails

Cubs chairman Tom Ricketts called his father's emails "racially insensitive" and said they don't reflect the team's culture.

47th Ward Aldermanic Candidates Forum To Be Held In Ravenswood

Community members are invited to submit questions for the candidates in advance.

44th Ward Aldermanic Forum To Be Held In Lake View

The forum will be held at the Center on Halsted, organizers announced.

Alderman Says Cubs' Owners Are Trying To Push Him Out Of Office

Ald. Tom Tunney said it's no secret that the Ricketts family wants to see him out of City Council.

Early Voting In Ward 44: Location, Hours

Here's the voting location for the ward and when it will be open.

Cubs' Anthony Rizzo Calls Out Gun-Advocate 'Bullies'

"You hear all these things and it's like, 'How can you even say this? Where's your heart? Where's your sense of sympathy?" Rizzo said.

Survey Asks Lakeview Residents About CTA 'Flyover' Vacant Land

What do you want to see "pop up" in the vacant land in the heart of Lakeview after demolition? Markets? Parks? Art installations?

Cubs Co-Owner Todd Ricketts To Become RNC Finance Chair: Reports

Casino magnate Steve Wynn resigned as chair over sexual misconduct allegations.

Cubs Need To Prioritize Wrigley Field Security: Chicago Officials

In a letter sent to the team Thursday, the city criticized the North Siders for not addressing security concerns around the ballpark.

Cubs Co-Owner Todd Ricketts Pulls Out Of Trump's Commerce Post Nomination

Ricketts' couldn't resolve potential conficts of interest that his financial holdings might cause as deputy secretary.

Boystown Transgender Rights Rally To Protest Trump Administration's Policy Reversal

The event Saturday afternoon will include speakers and a march down Halsted Street.

Police: Two Men Charged in Robbery and Beating of Lake View Woman

The robbery and battery of a Lakeview woman took place late Tuesday night, police said.

Bernie Sanders Backs Fired Lake View Principal

Presidential hopeful asks Democrats to stand up to Rahm Emanuel's "pettiness" following Blaine Elementary School principal's ouster.

Rauner Says He Would 'Probably Sign' Mayor Recall Bill: Reports

Meanwhile, Rep. LaShawn Ford's proposed bill is picking up steam in Illinois State Legislature.

VIDEO: Dog Choked to Death by Staff at Chicago Pound

The Better Government Association sued the city to obtain this video. The city fought the BGA for 18 months to prevent its release.

Chicago Mentioned in Recent ISIS Conversations: CNN

Communication intercepts include discussion of Chicago, Toronto and Geneva as possible targets, sources tell CNN.

Protesters Not Mollified by Rahm's Apology Speech

Marches and die-ins have followed the Chicago mayor's speech to city council apologizing for how the Laquan McDonald case has been handled.

Ronnie 'Woo Woo' Wants Rahm Emanuel to Resign

Chicago mayor has lost the support of one of the city's most iconic sports fans.

Chicago Protest Began as a Fake Facebook Event

A New York college student's joke turned in to a serious call for the resignations of Rahm Emanuel and Anita Alvarez.

'I'm Sorry,' Chicago Mayor Tells City Council

Mayor promises "nothing less than complete and total reform" of Chicago's police force and oversight agency as protesters clash outside.

Protest Planned at Daley Plaza Wednesday

More than 1,500 plan to walk out of work or school Wednesday to demand resignations from Rahm Emanuel, Anita Alvarez.

President Obama Addresses Nation on ISIS and Terrorism

Livestream begins at 7 p.m. Central time.

Magnificent Mile Fills With Laquan McDonald Protesters on Black Friday

PHOTOS and VIDEO: Protesters march to the Board of Trade. Macy's, Victoria's Secret stores blocked. Shoving with cops in front of Apple.

Judge Asks: Why No Protests for Children Shot Down in Chicago's Streets?

As protesters plan to shut down Michigan Avenue, a judge notes the defenseless victims of Chicago's everyday violence. Their lives matter.

Mike Huckabee Sued Over 'Eye of the Tiger' Use at Kim Davis Rally

"Survivor" guitarist says the Republican presidential hopeful didn't get permission to use the song to welcome the clerk back from jail.

Barack Obama First President to Appear on Cover of LGBT Magazine

Out Magazine names Obama its "ally of the year" for 2015 and praises him for his evolution on marriage equality.

Hillary Clinton Meets With Trayvon Martin's Mother, Other Moms of Kids Killed by Gun Violence

Democratic presidential hopeful listened to families' stories of loss, discussed gun reforms, campaign aide said.

City Council OKs Budget, With Hefty Property Tax Increase

North Side alderman divided in support of controversial city budget and property tax increase.

Giardiniera a Foreign Concept to GOP Presidential Candidate John Kasich

Few people notice as campaign trail brings the Ohio governor to Portillo's in downtown Chicago on Tuesday.

New Poll Shows Rauner Winning Public Opinion Over Democrats

Capitol Fax's Rich Miller takes a look at the poll and what the results could mean for Gov. Bruce Rauner and Democrats in the Legislature.

Watch: John Boehner Waits Anxiously to Meet the Pope

Fidgeting awkwardly, almost like the altar boy he once was, Boehner fulfilled a lifelong dream.

Chicago Tribune Sues City Hall Over Use of Private Emails

Tribune alleges that city business is being done through private emails and texts and the records aren't being released to the public.

Gateway to Heroin is Found in Average Medicine Cabinet

Saturday's National Take Back Day aims to prevent prescription drug abuse. Find the nearest collection location here.

New Report Spells Very Bad News for Illinois' Finances

Truth in Accounting’s annual report paints a bleak picture for Illinois and its taxpayers.

After a Traumatizing Past, Fear of State Budget Impasse is Real for Cicero Woman

Reboot Illinois’ Madeleine Doubek talks with one Cicero woman about her scariest secrets, and what she fears most now.

Chicagoans Connect with Pope's Visit to U.S. Any Way They Can

#FlatFrancis cutout delights in downtown Chicago. Serious talk of immigration and a living wage on the agenda for other Chicagoans.

Illinois is One of Six States Accepting the Most Syrian Refugees

A look at Illinois' role in the Syrian refugee crisis.

Top 20 Local Government Units Paying the Most for Pension Spiking Costs

A total of 458 local government entities in Illinois owe nearly $29 million from pension spiking costs.

The Dead are Collecting Millions in Illinois Pensions

How will the state get the taxpayers' money back?

11 Conditions, Illnesses Rejected for Illinois Medical Marijuana Program

Rauner vetoes bill that would make PTSD qualifying condition. Plus, more on spending bill and pension reform appeal efforts.