Missouri girl, 8, dies after SkyWest Airlines mid-flight medical emergency
An 8-year-old Missouri girl has died after suddenly becoming "ill and then unresponsive" during a SkyWest Airlines regional flight heading to Chicago, officials say.
Coroner provides update on 8-year-old girl who died on Chicago-bound flight
The preliminary autopsy that was conducted on an 8-year-old girl who died after suffering a medical emergency on a Chicago-bound flight was deemed inconclusive.
Millions of chickens killed after fire breaks out on Illinois farm
A devastating fire erupted Wednesday evening at the Wabash Valley Produce facility in Farina, Illinois, resulting in the deaths of millions of chickens.
Marian Robinson, Michelle Obama's mother, passes away at 86
Marian Robinson – a Chicago native and mother to former first lady Michelle Obama – has died.
Chicago woman found not guilty in case involving stolen police car, injured officer
A woman who allegedly stole a Chicago police squad car and dragged an officer during a chaotic incident in June 2022 has been found not guilty.
Engine fire forces United flight to abort takeoff at O’Hare
A United Airlines jet bound for Seattle aborted takeoff at O’Hare International Airport on Monday after one of its engines caught fire.
'Home Alone' house in north suburbs hits market: 'Own a piece of cinematic history'
The north suburban home that was made famous after being featured in the “Home Alone" film is now on the market.
Former Augusta National employee pleads guilty in Chicago to multimillion dollar memorabilia theft
A former employee of Augusta National Golf Club has pleaded guilty to stealing millions of dollars in memorabilia, including three of the fabled Green Jackets.
Flight delays stack up as storms hit airports in Chicago, Houston
Airports in some of the largest U.S. cities are reporting flight delays as storms move through, prompting ground stops and other issues.
Rivian expanding Illinois plant as Georgia project remains in limbo
California-based Rivian announced it has received $827 million in incentives to expand its Illinois facility.
Chicago Police charge Xavier Tate Jr. in Officer Huesca's shooting death
The suspect who was arrested in connection with the shooting death of a Chicago police officer last month has been charged.
Illinois community celebrates as 2nd-grader returns home cancer-free
In a heartwarming display of community support, residents of Chatham, Illinois, gathered to celebrate the return of second-grader Judah Collins, who has triumphed over cancer.
Man charged with transporting Masters memorabilia stolen from Augusta National
The stolen merchandise and memorabilia were taken from the Augusta National and other locations from 2009 through 2022, prosecutors say..
40 protesters arrested outside O'Hare Airport for blocking traffic; forcing people to walk to terminals
Chicago police arrested 40 pro-Palestine protesters who blocked traffic on westbound Interstate 190, cutting off traffic to O'Hare Airport on Monday morning.
Chicago mass shooting: New details released after child killed, 10 wounded on South Side
Chicago police released new details after a child was killed and 10 other people were wounded at a family gathering on the South Side Saturday night.
Suburban teen game raises safety concerns after close call with concealed carry holder
A game played by suburban Chicago teenagers is now drawing some very real safety concerns.
Rockford stabbing spree: Suspect faces slew of charges, including first-degree murder
A man is facing a slew of murder charges after a stabbing spree in Rockford left four people dead and seven others injured on Wednesday.
Lollapalooza 2024 day-by-day lineup revealed
Lollapalooza returns to Grant Park Aug. 1-4, bringing with it headliners SZA, Tyler The Creator, Blink-182, The Killers, Future, Hozier, Skrillex and many more.
Illinois Girl Scout sells her 100,000th box of cookies
An Illinois Girl Scout has officially sold her 100,000th box of cookies!
Lollapalooza 2024 lineup: SZA, Blink-182, Future among summer fest headliners
Headliners for the four-day music extravaganza include SZA, Tyler The Creator, Blink-182, The Killers, Future, Hozier, Skrillex, and Kesha.