Chicago Public Schools leaders say board must pass budget to make September payroll

The Chicago Teachers Union called on school board members to reject the budget, but CPS leaders said the budget must pass ...

Gymnast Katie O’Neill garners national attention and 3 gold medals at Special Olympics USA Games

Gymnast Katie O’Neill, of Elmhurst, was in the spotlight at the Special Olympics USA Games in Minnesota, winning three Gold ...

6 men charged after 15-month investigation into prostitution in Chicago suburbs, prosecutors say

Six men have been charged following a 15-month investigation into prostitution occurring at alleged brothels in Aurora, West Dundee, Rockford and South Elgin, according to the Kane County State’s ...

Person in custody after SWAT officer shot during Albany Park barricade

A person was taken into custody Monday afternoon hours after a Chicago police SWAT team officer was shot during a barricade situation in Albany Park, according to police.