Park Ridge-Niles District 64 board member resigns
Just about a week after embattled Superintendent Eric Olson announced he’ll resign in June, board member Nicole Woitowich has stepped down from her post after less than two years on…
With R. Kelly already in prison, prosecutor drops Cook County charges
Cook County State’s Attorney Kim Foxx said Monday that she’s dropping sex-abuse charges against singer R. Kelly, following federal convictions in two courts that ensure the disgraced R&B star will…
Sheriff now said to be ‘committed’ to enforcing laws, so DuPage Board chair won’t seek censure
Nearly one week after saying she would seek censure of DuPage County Sheriff James Mendrick, DuPage County Board Chair Deborah Conroy said in a joint statement with Mendrick that she…
Busted by Facebook group, Chicago man gets 10 years for carjacking victim during a test drive
A 22-year-old Chicago man has pleaded guilty to carjacking a victim while test-driving their vehicle in Uptown two years ago. The post Busted by Facebook group, Chicago man gets 10…
Our Favorite Teen Books Set in Chicago
Chicago Summer Sunrise, opens a new window by R Boed, opens a new window / CC BY 2.0, opens a new window It’s always fun to escape into a book…
Actors Alison Brie and Dave Franco Visit Chicago’s New Dine-In Movie Theater
Alamo Drafthouse is open in Chicago. Barry Brecheisen/Eater Chicago Alamo Drafthouse continues Wrigleyville’s transformation into an entertainment district The effort to transform the area around Wrigley Field, one that was…
Chicago police lieutenant accused of shoving flashlight between teen’s buttocks during arrest found not guilty
Lt. Wilfredo Roman, 46, was charged with felony counts of aggravated battery and official misconduct after Cook County prosecutors alleged he used unjustifiable force on a 17-year-old during his arrest…
Nearly 53,000 pounds of charcuterie meat recalled over listeria concerns
WASHINGTON, D.C. (WHNT) — Nearly 53,000 pounds of ready-to-eat sausage products are being recalled over potential listeria contamination. The U.S. Department of Agriculture’s Food Safety and Inspection Service (FSIS) announced…
What time is the Chicago Mayoral Forum?
CHICAGO — All nine candidates for Mayor of Chicago will face off Tuesday, Jan. 31 on WGN-TV for the Your Local Election Headquarters: Chicago Mayoral Forum. WGN News anchors Lourdes…
Husband asks for forgiveness for wife, who is charged in connection with their children’s deaths
A Massachusetts man grieving the loss of his three small children shared a heartbreaking tribute to them and a message of forgiveness to his wife, who is charged in connection…