Chicago Decides Not To Sue Estate Of Teen Killed By Cop

Chicago lawyers have backtracked on their plans to sue the estate of a teen killed by a police officer.

9-Year Old Girl Escapes Luring Attempt

Police have described the man who attempted to lure a 9-year-old girl into his vehicle on the West Side of Chicago.

Shooting Victim Ran To Charter School For Safety, Another Killed

Two people were shot, one killed, near a charter school on the West Side of Chicago Monday morning.

Man Charged In Ukrainian Village Sex Assault

A suspect has been arrested after a woman standing at a bus stop was punched, robbed and sexually assaulted, police said.

Bank Robbed Across Street From Fire Station

The PNC Bank on Madison Street near a Chicago fire station was robbed just before closing time on Friday.

Surveillance Image Released In Ukrainian Village Sexual Assault

A woman waiting at a bus stop was punched in the face by a man who later forced her into a gangway and sexually assaulted her.

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Man's Family Sues Over Brain Damage In Chicago Jail Cell

"I'm so tired of racism, bro," were some of Tyler Lumar's last words before he was found hanging in his cell in a Chicago jail.

Chicago Bakery Loses 800 Workers, $21M After Immigration Raid

A Swiss company that makes hamburger buns for McDonald's said it's struggling to run its business.

Where To Buy A Live Christmas Tree On Chicago's West Side

Whether you want to cut down your own tree or have one delivered to your doorstep, there's lots of options in the Windy City.

Daniel Biss Endorsed By West Side Alderman

Chicago 26th Ward Ald. Roberto Maldonado has endorsed State Sen. Daniel Biss for governor.

West Side Jobs: SAG, Vivid Seats, Walter E. Smithe

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Son Charged With Fatally Stabbing Father On West Side

Jimall Murphy, 27, allegedly stabbed the 53-year-old victim in the head and chest during a domestic dispute Tuesday, Chicago police said.

Firefighter Hurt While Battling Blaze At 2-Story Building

A firefighter sustained "superficial burns" while working a fire on Quincy Street in the city's Austin neighborhood.

West Side Jobs: Charles Schwab, McGrath City Honda, Tribune Co.

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3 Teens Shot, 2 Fatally, In Austin Home Invasion: Police

2 boys were killed and a 14-year-old girl survived when an armed robber opened fire on the West Side Thursday.

Missing West Loop Chef 'Safely Located': Police

Luis Mercader, a Chicago chef, was missing for a week.

West Town Bar Named One Of Best In World

An award-winning bar in Fulton Market has been praised for its "comprehensive" ice room, great service and unique style.

Police Investigating String Of Carjackings On North, West Sides

Police said suspects targeted vehicles in Avondale, Near North, West Town and East Ukrainian Village.

West Side Jobs: Viacom, Salvation Army, Hertz

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Fire On West Side Closes 2 Streets

A building that caught fire near 24th and Homan has some streets in the area closed during the Friday morning rush hour.

Chicago Will Host 2020 NBA All-Star Game

The NBA All-Star Game will return to Chicago for the first time since 1988.

2 Arrested After Car Hits CTA Pink Line Train In Cicero

CTA said a driver tried to go around the warning gate.

Shooting At Motorcycle Club A Rare Occurrence

A man who was shot at the back of the Born Losers Motorcycle Club on the West Side is a rare victim of violence at the longtime club.

2 Innocent Bystanders Shot In Heart Of Chicago: Police

The shooting happened on the city's Lower West Side.

Man Shot And Killed On West Side

A 36-year-old man was the victim of a Sunday afternoon fatal shooting in West Town.

West Side Jobs: Weight Watchers, Radio Flyer, Blo Blow Dry Bar

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West Side Jobs: Wrigley Field Ice Rink, Metra, Pizza Capri

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'Zero Gravity' Tribute Pop Up Changes Name After Lawsuit Threat

Beauty Bar has dropped the name of its nostalgic 90s theme party.

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Evacuees From Puerto Rico Welcome At Humboldt Park

The city of Chicago will welcome Hurricane Maria evacuees from Puerto Rico at the Humboldt Park Fieldhouse.

West Side Jobs: Amazon, Nordstrom, True Value

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Hazmat Response At United Center Doesn't Delay Blackhawks Game

Firefighters were called to the United Center Thursday night, but the Chicago Blackhawks home game was not delayed.

Rifle-Wielding Bicyclist Shoots Victim On West Side

Chicago police said a 32-year-old man was shot by a gunman on a bicycle who pulled out a rifle.

Outbound Ike Crash Takes Up 2 Lanes Near Sacramento

Traffic on outbound I-290 is getting by in the right two lanes after a crash reported at 7:15 a.m. on Wednesday.

West Side Jobs: Fifth Third Bank, Evangelical Lutheran Church, Conagra

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Laced Brownies Send High School Students To Hospital

At least 5 students at Roberto Clemente Community Academy became ill after eating brownies laced with an uknown substance, police said.

Attacker Fled When Girl's Cellphone Rang: Cops

Police are searching for the man accused of trying to sexually assault a girl walking home from school Wednesday in the Austin neighborhood.

Suspect In Custody After Man Found Dead In Logan Square

Police said the victim suffered blunt force trauma.