Roosters Seized In Alleged Cockfighting Ring Up For Adoption

Thirty-one roosters seized from an alleged cockfighting ring are available for adoption at Chicago Animal Care and Control.

Chicago Animal Care And Control Waives Adoption Fees On Saturday

Chicago Animal Care and Control will waive adoption fees for dogs and cats Saturday, June 8, to clear the shelter.

Gapers Taking Pictures Block Firefighters Access To Fire

Firefighters could not get through drivers, who stopped to take pictures and video with their phones, to put out three garage fires.

William J. Walker Honored As ‘Man Of The Year’ By Leo High School

Major General William J. Walker was honored as “Leo High School Alumni Association’s Man of the Year” on Friday, April 26, 2019

Students Urged To Find Civic Voice As Mikva Challenge Interns

Passionate, powerful students ages 16-20 across Chicago are encouraged to apply for paid internships in public service. Apply by April 26.

One Summer Chicago Offers Youth Jobs, Fast Track College Classes

One Summer Chicago and Summer Fast Track will provide 32,000 youth with valuable work experience and critical support resources.

Due Date Near For Pregnant Postal Worker Missing Since October

Kierra Coles was three months pregnant when she went missing in October.

Bullying Caused 11-Year-Old To Attempt Suicide, Mother Says

An 11-year-old boy from Bronzeville is on life support after his mother said he was bullied by students and teachers at his school.

"Paws & Pints" Fundraising Event with the Chicago Bears

Proceeds will benefit One Tail at a Time Dog Rescue

Register Now to Participate in the Santa Hustle This Saturday!

Thousands of Santas will invade Soldier Field to help prevent childhood cancer.

Thousands Raised For Family Of 5-Year Old Killed In Car Crash

The family of Daniela Chavez needs help to pay for her funeral.

St. Florian Church to Host FREE Octoberfest

St. Florian Church will host a free Octoberfest starting on Friday and goes through Sunday.

Pfleger Calls For City Shut Down If Van Dyke Found Not Guilty

Plans for a "not guilty" verdict in the Jason Van Dyke trial range from a peaceful boycott to attacks on family members of police officers.

Celebrate Halloween at the YMCA!

Every year, the YMCA of Metro Chicago hosts fun, family-friendly Halloween events all around Chicagoland.

Photo Gallery: Scenes From Crosstown Series

Bulls forward Jabari Parker as well as Marian Catholic's Sister Mary Jo Sobieck threw out the ceremonial pitch at Sox game on Saturday

White Sox Player Hosts Back-To-School Event With Free Haircuts

One hundred Chicago-area kids got a free haircut and school supplies at "Cuts for Kids," a back-to-school event hosted by Tim Anderson.

Park May Be Renamed After Female Cop Who Died In Line Of Duty

Irma Ruiz was shot and killed by a school shooter in Chicago and may have a park named in her honor 30 years later.

‘Chicago Fire’ Filming Season 7 On South Side

Parking restrictions and street closures will be in effect some streets through Aug. 24, including a simulated fire scene for Chicago Fire.

Playground Built On Vacant Pullman Lot In 1 Day

Volunteers from throughout the city and suburbs helped with the construction of "Peace Park" at 104th and Corliss.

CBA Attorneys Offer Help Expunging Criminal Records This Saturday

Chicago Bar Association attorneys offer free legal assistance for help sealing and expunging criminal records at workshop July 28.

Vigil Planned To Remember Harith Augustus

A vigil is planned to remember Harith Augustus, the barber who was shot by Chicago police in South Shore.

Protesters Plan To Shut Down Dan Ryan Over 4th Of July Weekend

Father Michael Pfleger will lead a group of activists who will march against gun violence on the Dan Ryan Expressway on July 7.

Career Launch Offers Job Readiness Training For Young Adults

Cook County's Career Launch program is accepting applications for job readiness training for young adults who are not working or in school.

Water Problems On Far South Side After Generator Failure

Residents of several South Side neighborhoods are experiencing low water pressure after a generator failure at the Roseland Pumping Station.

Memorial Fund Set Up for Family of CFD Diver Juan Bucio

EMWQ Widows' and Children’s Assistance Fund sets up a fund to provide assistance for the young sons of fallen CFD Diver Juan Bucio.

West Pullman Elementary Building Now A City Landmark

The former West Pullman Elementary School building at 119th and Parnell has been granted landmark status by the Chicago City Council.

Visitation and Funeral Set For CFD Diver Juan Bucio

Visitation and Funeral Mass for fallen CFD driver will be held June 3 and June 4 at St. Rita of Cascia High School in Chicago.

Priest Spends Birthday In Middle Of Street Demanding Gun Control

Father Michael Pfleger held an anti-NRA sign for hours in the middle of the street at 79th and Racine.

Love The South Side? Share Your Stories By Becoming A Patch Mayor

The new Patch Mayor program is recruiting local residents to let their neighbors know about events and issues on the South Side.

Union Workers Volunteer To Help Re-Open Capt's Hard Time

A restaurant that's been called the "backbone" of 79th Street was victimized by a copper wire thief late Tuesday night.

IDOT Announces CSX Track Repairs And Closures This Week

IDOT announces 79th Street closures between Columbus and Cicero Avenue in Chicago.

The Forum Makes List Of Most Endangered Historic Places

Landmark Illinois' 2018 list of most endangered historic places includes The Forum, a longtime Bronzeville music hall.

Which South Side Streets Will Be Paved In 2018?

A number of streets on the South Side of Chicago will be resurfaced in 2018. Find out which ones here.

'Jail-Like' Entrances At Banks Target Black Communities: Priest

Father Pfleger says Fifth Third Bank should have security entrances at either all or none of their banks. Not just in black communities.

New 41st Street Bridge Project Will Affect Metra Electric Line

Some trains won't make certain stops and others may be delayed on the Metra Electric Line late Saturday night and early Sunday morning.

Red Line Extension To 130th Street Calls For 4 New Stations

The CTA has plans to extend the Red Line to 130th Street and add four new stops south of 95th.

Lane Closures Begin On Cicero Avenue Near Midway Airport

Starting this week, lane closures are in effect on Cicero Avenue through 2020 as work beings on the Midway Modernization Project.

BGA Hosts South Side Citizen Watchdog Training

If your local elected officials aren't passing the smell test, then sign up for BGA's Citizen Watchdog Training on Jan. 25.

Car Fire Blocks Traffic On Dan Ryan

Three local lanes of inbound traffic are closed near Roosevelt Road due to a car fire.

Outpouring Continues For Teen Killed While Delivering Newspapers

More than 200 people have raised thousands to support the family of 15-year-old Brian Jasso.