Police said three people were fatally shot following a Feb. 25 altercation inside a Chatham home: two men, ages 20 and 36, and a 14-year-old boy. A 16-year-old boy was also shot and seriously wounded.
Stories by Erica Demarest
Here’s When You Can Visit Chicago-Area Museums and Zoos for Free in 2024
If you’re seeking activities that don’t break the bank this winter, look no further than local museums, zoos and gardens. A number have announced free admission days in 2024.
5 Things to Do This Weekend: Holiday Singalongs, Winter Markets, Drag Queen Storytime
A magic show, menorah lighting and Pocket Con usher in the weekend. Here are five things to do in Chicago.
5 Things to Do This Weekend: Winter Flower Shows, Neighborhood Holiday Festivities
A winter walk, art exhibit and community lighting event usher in the weekend. Here are five things to do in Chicago.
15-Year-Old Charged With 11 Counts of Armed Robbery in Early Morning Spree
Police said the 15-year-old boy was identified as one of the individuals who participated in numerous armed robberies in the early morning hours of Aug. 20.
5 Things to Do This Weekend: Viking Pub Crawl, Ice Skating, ‘Downton Abbey’ Pop-Up
A tree lighting, makers markets and Italian food usher in the weekend. Here are five things to do in and around Chicago.
2023 Chicago Holiday Events Guide
Whether you’re interested in theater or light shows, ice skating or shopping, there’s something for everyone to enjoy this holiday season. We’ve rounded up some of the season’s highlights in Chicago and the suburbs.
5 Things to Do This Weekend: Pilsen Gourmet, Local Markets, Lightscape Begins
Comedy shows, a French market and dazzling lights usher in the weekend. Here are five things to do in and around Chicago.
5 Things to Do This Weekend: Fall Night Market, Ringling Returns
A dance series, film festival and Native American art usher in the weekend. Here are five things to do in and around Chicago.
Looking to Help Migrants and Unhoused Chicagoans This Winter? Here’s What the City Recommends
With winter fast approaching, the city of Chicago is reminding people that asylum seekers and homeless residents are in need of clothing, toiletries and other items.
5 Things to Do This Weekend: Halloween Happenings, 312 Comedy Festival and Celebrating Jewish Delis
Spooky music, pet costume contests and a deli exhibit usher in the weekend. Here are five things to do in and around Chicago.
5 Things to Do This Weekend: Halloween Parade, Tarot Readings, Pinball Expo
A musical showcase, aura portraits and a clothing swap usher in the weekend. Here are five things to do in and around Chicago.
5 Things to Do This Weekend: Open House Chicago, Partial Solar Eclipse Viewing Events
A film festival, arts celebration and Reuse-a-Palooza usher in the weekend. Here are five things to do in and around Chicago.
5 Things to Do This Weekend: Latina Comedy Festival, Haunted Chicago River Cruises
River tours, home tours and fall festivals usher in the weekend. Here are five things to do in Chicago.
5 Things to Do This Weekend: Long List of Citywide Arts Events, Massive Jack-O’-Lanterns
Art walks, a charity run and a 12-foot puppet usher in the weekend. Here are five things to do in and around Chicago.
5 Things to Do This Weekend: Apple Fest, Shedd Aquarium House Party
An art walk, film festival and house music party usher in the weekend. Here are five things to do in and around Chicago.
5 Things to Do This Weekend: Ravenswood ArtWalk, Mexican Independence Day Parade
Oktoberfest, Oksoberfest and a pair of arts festivals usher in the weekend. Here are five things to do in and around Chicago.
5 Things to Do This Weekend: Field Museum’s ID Day, Printers Row Lit Fest
Dumplings, fossils and a 5K usher in the weekend. Here are five things to do in Chicago.
5 Things to Do This Weekend: Bike the Drive, Chicago Labor Day Parade
Irish days, African arts and a Labor Day parade usher in the weekend. Here are five things to do in and around Chicago.
Chicago Files Lawsuit Against Kia and Hyundai, Which Account for More Than Half of City’s 2023 Car Thefts
Kia and Hyundai vehicles made up 41% of all Chicago car thefts in 2022 — despite the fact Kias and Hyundais account for just 7% of vehicles in the city, according to the lawsuit.
5 Things to Do This Weekend: Chalk Howard Street, Taste of Greektown
A cannabis festival, Greek food and nature preserves usher in the weekend. Here are five things to do in and around Chicago.
5 Things to Do This Weekend: Ribfest Chicago, Englewood Back to School Parade
A parade, dance lessons and summer festivals usher in the weekend. Here are five things to do in Chicago.
Christkindlmarket 2023 Dates Released: What to Know About the Holiday Market Coming to Chicago, Aurora
Christkindlmarket has announced its 2023 season will begin Nov. 17 at three locations in the Chicago area: Daley Plaza, Gallagher Way at Wrigley Field and RiverEdge Park in Aurora.
Brandon Johnson Fires Chicago Public Health Commissioner Allison Arwady
Dr. Allison Arwady was the public face of Chicago’s response throughout the COVID-19 pandemic. At the height of the pandemic, she hosted online question-and-answer sessions twice a week and frequently briefed the news media.
5 Things to Do This Weekend: Bud Billiken Parade, Ginza Holiday Festival
A parade, photo exhibit and summer festivals usher in the weekend. Here are five things to do in and around Chicago.
Chicago-Area Man Charged With Trafficking Machine Gun Conversion Devices
Anthony Prisco, 20, is accused of illegally possessing and transferring machine guns and illegally possessing a firearm as a previously convicted felon.
