No charges for officers in deadly 2023 Kane County police chase, shooting
The Kane County State's Attorney will not be filing charges against the officers involved in a 2023 police chase that left an Aurora man and a K-9 officer dead.
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The Kane County State's Attorney will not be filing charges against the officers involved in a 2023 police chase that left an Aurora man and a K-9 officer dead.
Laesch has said he wants to lower debt in the city; invest in green energy; and improve street lights, curbs and water lines.
In northwest suburban Arlington Heights, three-term Mayor Tom Hayes did not run for a fourth term. Instead, voters picked village trustee Jim Tinaglia.
Political Reporter Chris Tye reports on the Aurora race and other contests around the Chicago suburbs — including Orland Park, Arlington Heights, Evanston, and Waukegan.
Political Reporter Chris Tye breaks down the races in Arlington Heights, Aurora, and Orland Park, Illinois.
Here is a breakdown of some high-profile races.
While there are no contests in Chicago, Tuesday is Election Day in many suburbs. Political Reporter Chris Tye has a breakdown of some of the high-profile races.
The tickets for Wednesday's midday drawing were sold at Navkar Food Inc. at 69 W. Washington St. in Chicago and Mariano's at 3025 E. New York St. in Aurora.
Next Tuesday, voters in Aurora, Illinois, will decide who will lead the state's second-largest city for the next four years.
Aurora is known as the City of Lights, and a chat with both candidates illuminated one thing — there is no love lost between them. Political Reporter Chris Tye reports.
Christopher Lepe, 19, was shot and killed by Aurora police early on the morning of Wednesday of last week.
Christopher Lepe, 19, was shot and killed by Aurora police early on the morning of Wednesday of last week, after police said he dragged an officer from his car in nearby Geneva.
Meanwhile, police released new photos that appear to show the man armed with a gun.
Meanwhile, police released new photos that appear to show the man, Christopher Lepe, armed with a gun. Marissa Sulek reports.
A Geneva police officer was investigating a driver who appeared to be intoxicated when the driver fled the scene, dragging the officer from his car.
A man was shot a killed by police in Aurora, Illinois, after earlier dragging a police officer from his car in nearby Geneva early Wednesday morning.
Dominick, a former member of Cicero Police Department, has been on the job 20 years.
Town President Larry Dominick won a sixth term in the mayoral election in the near western suburb on Tuesday, while incumbent Richard Irvin and challenger John Laesch are advancing in Aurora. Political Reporter Chris Tye reports.
Primary elections are also under way in Cicero and Aurora, among other municipalities. Political Reporter Chris Tye reports.
Among the cities, villages and townships with primary elections on Tuesday, few races will be watched as closely as Dolton — as their embattled mayor is up for re-election.
While the city of Chicago does not have any races this primary cycle, dozens of suburbs do. Political Reporter Chris Tye walks us through three big races.
Primary elections are also set for several other Chicago suburbs, notably including Cicero and Aurora. Political Reporter Chris Tye reports.
Aurora street maintenance crews said the snowstorm coming Wednesday is shaping up to be the biggest storm of the season.
Salt trucks are at the ready in Aurora as a snowstorm is set to sock the area Wednesday. Sara Machi reports.
The Aurora street maintenance crews were moving late Tuesday to 12-hour shifts, covering 36 routes. Sara Machi reports.
The note and dead rat were left in front of his office around 7:30 p.m. Sunday, according to Chicago police.
The workshop provided residents with information on how to respond while interacting with law enforcement. Concerns increased following President Donald Trump's plans to target Chicago with the National Guard, which he later said he wouldn't do.
The Wicker Park Lutheran Church was Built in 1906 and added to the National Register of Historic Places in 1979.
Patricia Nelson, who is spending her final days in hospice after she was diagnosed with pulmonary hypertension this year, said the attack on her home added more to her plate.
Miguel Vargas had two hits, including an RBI double in the fourth inning.
Edgar remained active in political and economic matters in Illinois in the more than 25 years since he left public office.
Aaron Jaffe — a renowned former Illinois state lawmaker, judge and chairman of the Illinois Gaming Board — passed away last week.
The ICE agent who was injured in Franklin Park, Illinois, after being dragged by a car has been released from the hospital, Homeland Security officials said.
In an interview on "Fox and Friends" Friday morning, President Trump said he is no longer sending the National Guard to Chicago, saying instead that they'll be deployed to Memphis.
A person has been arrested in connection with the shooting that killed conservative activist Charlie Kirk, sources said.
Some municipalities have decided to keep the tax in place at the municipal level, on the grounds that they need the revenue.
Some local gas stations as of Tuesday afternoon were posting prices of $4 per gallon for regular unleaded, and more than $5 for premium.
Many drivers are as frustrated with the unexplained spike in their auto insurance as they are with congestion on the roads.
The Arlington Heights Village Board on Monday night approved a new 5% streaming tax.
Morton Grove slapped the seller with code violations after the sale to the Hovey family was completed, which prevented them from getting a deed.
Osher Center executive director Dr. Melinda Ring said there are many ways that food impacts all of our lives and health. She explained what using food as medicine looks like.
When it comes to speaking to kids about current events such as immigration enforcement, and concerns they may have about friends of themselves, what do you say?
The Chicago Department of Public Health said that life expectancy has grown in Chicago for the third consecutive year — reaching 78.7 years in 2023.
Four physicians, who recently resigned from the CDC in protest, tell "Sunday Morning" they believe HHS Secretary Robert F. Kennedy Jr. is jeopardizing the nation's public health.
The Chicago Breast Cancer Research Consortium is a first-of-its-kind collaboration, uniting all three nationally recognized hospitals to work on research together.
Chicago-based sandwich maker Potbelly is being acquired by the gas station and convenience store chain RaceTrac for $566 million.
The other two American Science & Surplus stores, in the west Chicago suburb of Geneva and in Milwaukee, may stay open as employee-owned and operated businesses.
The private equity firm Sycamore Partners has completed its acquisition of Walgreens, ending the drugstore chain's run as a publicly traded company.
Accessories retailer Claire's just revealed a list of hundreds of stores it will close as part of its Chapter 11 bankruptcy proceedings.
A company that installs license plate-detecting cameras to aid law enforcement has halted operations with federal agencies because of ongoing concerns among officials in Illinois and elsewhere.
Don't miss a moment of the 2025 Emmys. Here's how to watch the action live, from the red carpet to the awards show.
At the first showing of "Ashland Avenue," every audience member got a commemorative gift — and one person got a "Golden Ticket," or two free season passes.
Rick Davies, lead singer and co-founder of Supertramp, has died of cancer at 81. The British band says he left "an indelible mark on rock music history."
Want to watch the 2025 VMAs live tonight? Here's how to catch the red carpet interviews and star-studded performances.
The choir has been making Chicago proud with their run on "America's Got Talent," and this week, voters advanced them to the semifinals.
The current Guinness World Record holder for the largest gathering of people with the same first name was set in the Balkans in 2017, with over 2,000 people named Ivan.
She turned 100 years young with lots of family and friends by her side and not one, but two birthday cakes.
The 80s are here for a while. Meteorologist Mary Kay Kleist has the latest.
Organizers suspended the race after it became clear cyclists would not be able to get to the finish line. At least two people were arrested.
U.S. Secretary of State Marco Rubio visited Israel for a meeting with Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu. The two visited the Western Wall in the Old City of Jerusalem on Sunday.
Edgar remained active in political and economic matters in Illinois in the more than 25 years since he left public office.
The undocumented father shot and killed by an ICE agent in Franklin Park, Illinois, only had a history of minor traffic violations, not a criminal record, according to his attorney.
Patricia Nelson, who is spending her final days in hospice after she was diagnosed with pulmonary hypertension this year, said the attack on her home added more to her plate.
Organizers of the parade said keeping it going shows the community's commitment to heritage and cultural resilience.
The note and dead rat were left in front of his office around 7:30 p.m. Sunday, according to Chicago police.
What do barbecued monkey, ostrich eggs, and whale meat sausage have in common? They've all recently been seized by U.S. Customs and Border Protection specialists at O'Hare Airport.
West Garfield Park residents are excited to learn that a new EV charging station is coming to their area at the end of the month.
Fear has been spreading fast in Chicago's immigrant community since the Trump administration officially launched its deportation effort, dubbed Operation Midway Blitz.
The Department of Homeland Security on Monday announced plans for ramped-up immigration enforcement in Chicago this week, in an effort dubbed Operation Midway Blitz.
To combat crime in the South Loop, the Cook County Sheriff's Office opened up a substation at Roosevelt and State. However, many were unsure if it had actually opened.
Miguel Vargas had two hits, including an RBI double in the fourth inning.
Ian Happ homered and Michael Busch doubled for the Cubs, who have won four of five and lead for the top NL wild card.
The Detroit Lions host the Chicago Bears on Sunday afternoon, with both teams searching for their first win of the 2025-2026 season.
The Detroit Lions will host the Chicago Bears at Ford Field in Week 2 of the 2025 NFL season Sunday. Here's where you can watch.
Ben Meek and assistant Coach Joe Pardun both have types of a rare disorder called neurofibromatosis. The walk helps raise money and awareness about the disorder.
Shannon Stephens, 23, of Chicago's North Austin neighborhood, and Jamarion Gray, 21, of Hazel Crest, were arrested a block apart shortly after 2 a.m. Friday.
Chicago police said two men were outside near 85th and Sangamon streets when a black sport-utility vehicle pulled up. The men inside started quarreling with the victims and then shot them.
Thabo Bester gained global notoriety in 2023 after his arrest in Tanzania, a year after the dramatic escape from a private prison.
During the traffic stop, investigators found a loaded drum-style ammunition magazine lying out in the open on the center console of a pickup truck, police said. More weapons were later discovered.
Conservative activist Charlie Kirk was shot and killed on Wednesday while speaking an event at Utah Valley University.
