DOJ challenges Chicago suburb's $25K reparations payments in court
The U.S. Department of Justice has moved to intervene in a federal lawsuit challenging the City of Evanston's reparations program, arguing the race-based initiative violates the Constitution and federal housing law.
The U.S. Department of Justice has moved to intervene in a federal lawsuit challenging the City of Evanston's reparations program, arguing the race-based initiative violates the Constitution and federal housing law.
Frontier passengers tackle man who allegedly choked off-duty flight attendant, tried to open door mid-flight
Federal officials have filed charges against the man accused of assaulting a flight attendant and trying to escape a Frontier Airlines plane before passengers pinned him down while the plane was en route to Chicago earlier this week.
Federal officials have filed charges against the man accused of assaulting a flight attendant and trying to escape a Frontier Airlines plane before passengers pinned him down while the plane was en route to Chicago earlier this week.
Chicago suburb expands cash handouts as race-based reparations program faces major legal battle
As cities across the U.S. continue to experiment with direct cash transfers, a prominent Chicago suburb is extending its guaranteed income program while simultaneously defending a first-of-its-kind reparations initiative that pays Black residents $25,000.
As cities across the U.S. continue to experiment with direct cash transfers, a prominent Chicago suburb is extending its guaranteed income program while simultaneously defending a first-of-its-kind reparations initiative that pays Black residents $25,000.
Dodge County sheriff denies detention allegations made by Sunny Naqvi
The Dodge County Sheriff's Office revealed the findings of a one-month investigation into claims that Sundas "Sunny" Naqvi was detained for more than 30 hours by ICE in Chicago and Wisconsin. The sheriff flatly denied those allegations, and filed a civil lawsuit against her, among others.
The Dodge County Sheriff's Office revealed the findings of a one-month investigation into claims that Sundas "Sunny" Naqvi was detained for more than 30 hours by ICE in Chicago and Wisconsin. The sheriff flatly denied those allegations, and filed a civil lawsuit against her, among others.
Six Flags Great America to celebrate 50th anniversary season
Six Flags Great America is gearing up for the 2026 season to open on April 25 – and the theme park will be celebrating “50 years of thrills, family fun and unforgettable memories."
Six Flags Great America is gearing up for the 2026 season to open on April 25 – and the theme park will be celebrating “50 years of thrills, family fun and unforgettable memories."
Delavan police officer arrested in Illinois on stalking charges
A City of Delavan police officer was arrested on stalking charges in Illinois on Thursday, March 19.
A City of Delavan police officer was arrested on stalking charges in Illinois on Thursday, March 19.
2025 Kenosha shooting, Illinois man charged with homicide
An Illinois man is accused of shooting at three people, killing one of them, in Kenosha last year. He was previously convicted in a Racine County chase.
An Illinois man is accused of shooting at three people, killing one of them, in Kenosha last year. He was previously convicted in a Racine County chase.
Bears to Indiana? Team calls bill 'most meaningful step' as new site gains traction
The Chicago Bears may be one step closer to a new home, and it’s just across the state line.
The Chicago Bears may be one step closer to a new home, and it’s just across the state line.
Illinois murder, Milwaukee woman charged will not fight extradition
A Milwaukee woman will not fight extradition to Illinois, where prosecutors accuse her of killing a man.
A Milwaukee woman will not fight extradition to Illinois, where prosecutors accuse her of killing a man.
What is that smell? Wisconsin residents report mysterious odor
Residents in parts of southeast Wisconsin on Monday reported an unexplained chemical or burning electrical odor in the air.
Residents in parts of southeast Wisconsin on Monday reported an unexplained chemical or burning electrical odor in the air.
Six Flags Great America hiring for 2026 season; seeking 3K+ employees
Six Flags Great America is looking to hire more than 3,000 employees for its 50th Anniversary season.
Six Flags Great America is looking to hire more than 3,000 employees for its 50th Anniversary season.
'Random acts of violence' in Gurnee; Waukesha woman arrested
A Waukesha woman was arrested in Illinois on Monday after police say she hit two pedestrians with her car in a parking lot before using a butcher knife to strike a vehicle window and slash a tire.
A Waukesha woman was arrested in Illinois on Monday after police say she hit two pedestrians with her car in a parking lot before using a butcher knife to strike a vehicle window and slash a tire.
Nearly 100-year-old candy company files for bankruptcy amid rising costs, heavy debt: report
A nearly century-old Chicago candy maker has filed for bankruptcy as rising costs and heavy debt pressure its business.
A nearly century-old Chicago candy maker has filed for bankruptcy as rising costs and heavy debt pressure its business.
Ex-Illinois deputy sentenced for murder of Sonya Massey
Sean Grayson, the former Sangamon County sheriff’s deputy who was convicted of second-degree murder for fatally shooting Sonya Massey in 2024, was sentenced on Thursday.
Sean Grayson, the former Sangamon County sheriff’s deputy who was convicted of second-degree murder for fatally shooting Sonya Massey in 2024, was sentenced on Thursday.
Illinois congresswoman moves to impeach DHS Sec. Kristi Noem
An Illinois congresswoman accused DHS Sec. Noem of obstructing Congress and self-dealing in articles of impeachment.
An Illinois congresswoman accused DHS Sec. Noem of obstructing Congress and self-dealing in articles of impeachment.
Packers playoff pep rally in Chicago, fans amped up for Saturday
Green Bay Packers fans assembled for a "Packers Everywhere" pep rally at Will's Northwoods Inn in Chicago before Saturday's game against the Bears.
Green Bay Packers fans assembled for a "Packers Everywhere" pep rally at Will's Northwoods Inn in Chicago before Saturday's game against the Bears.
Kenosha gold bar scam: $462K loss, Illinois man charged
Kenosha County prosecutors charged an Illinois man in a gold bar scam that targeted a senior, alleging losses of more than $460,000 through a coordinated fraud scheme.
Kenosha County prosecutors charged an Illinois man in a gold bar scam that targeted a senior, alleging losses of more than $460,000 through a coordinated fraud scheme.
Slender Man stabbing: Morgan Geyser waives extradition in Illinois
Morgan Geyser remains jailed in Illinois after she cut off her monitoring bracelet and left Wisconsin. But she may be back in the state soon.
Morgan Geyser remains jailed in Illinois after she cut off her monitoring bracelet and left Wisconsin. But she may be back in the state soon.
Slender Man stabbing: Morgan Geyser arrest video released
The Posen Police Department released body-worn camera footage that shows the Monday arrest of Morgan Geyser in Illinois.
The Posen Police Department released body-worn camera footage that shows the Monday arrest of Morgan Geyser in Illinois.
Wisconsin online sports betting bill heads to Assembly for key vote
Wisconsin lawmakers will vote on a bill on Wednesday that could allow statewide online sports betting by placing app servers on tribal land, drawing strong support and opposition as the measure advances.
Wisconsin lawmakers will vote on a bill on Wednesday that could allow statewide online sports betting by placing app servers on tribal land, drawing strong support and opposition as the measure advances.