Crime
FBI Warns of Valentine's Day 'Confidence' Scams Targeting Tri-State Residents
Scammers prey on lonely hearts, but Midwest common sense can help avoid becoming a victim
Metra BNSF Line halted after train hits pedestrian near Westmont
Trains stopped in Chicago suburbs as authorities investigate incident
Teenage boy wounded in Loop shooting
Victim suffered gunshot wound to foot, police say
Weather
Chicago Sees Record-Breaking Warmth Before Midweek Storms
Temperatures soared to 65 degrees, shattering a previous record, before rain and thunderstorms move in.
Chicago Breaks Century-Old February Heat Record
The city saw temperatures reach 65 degrees, the warmest February 16th on record.
Chicago Shatters Long-Standing Weather Records
The city experiences an unseasonable warm spell, but how long will it last?
Sports
No Shot Clock Podcast Breaks Down 3A and 4A State Basketball Contenders
Michael O'Brien and Joe Henricksen analyze the favorites to win the IHSA state basketball tournament.
Rev. Jesse Jackson Helped Open Up Curtis Granderson Stadium
The late civil rights leader attended the 2014 ceremony to christen the new baseball facility at the University of Illinois-Chicago.
NFL great Mike Singletary wants consistent dominance from 2026 Bears
Singletary praised the 2025 Chicago Bears' fight, but hopes to see them dominate from start to finish next season.
Politics
CAIR Remembers Civil Rights Icon Rev. Jesse Jackson
CAIR-Chicago and CAIR National honor Jackson's lifelong commitment to racial equality, economic fairness, and human rights.
Remembering the Influential Career of Rev. Jesse Jackson
The civil rights leader and presidential candidate left a lasting impact on Chicago and the nation.
Margaret Croke Endorsed for Illinois Comptroller Democratic Primary
The Chicago Tribune Editorial Board cites Croke's experience and understanding of the comptroller's role.
Travel
Chicago Names Navy Pier as New Route 66 Start Ahead of Centennial
The city plans to unveil a 'Begin Route 66' marker at Navy Pier during a March 2026 dedication event tied to the annual Toast to Harry Caray.
$139 Spa Day at Chicago's Spa@theWit
Enjoy a relaxing spa treatment and amenities at this recently renovated downtown oasis.
Dubai Airport Sets New Passenger Traffic Record
But Atlanta and Chicago Airports Still Vie for Title of World's Busiest
