It’s crunch time for the United States women’s national team as it battles it out one last time before potentially securing a spot in the ...
Monday, July 31, 2023
Watch your mailbox: IRS warns of new scam targeting taxpayers via fake letter
The IRS is warning people of scammers targeting your mailbox with a new ploy to try and get your private information. What makes this situa...
A rare mosquito-borne virus, most often reported in the Upper Midwest, has been detected in Michigan
Two Michigan residents have contracted Jamestown Canyon virus, a mosquito-borne disease referred to as “rare but emerging” by the Cleveland ...
Pritzker defends Illinois bill that allows non-citizens to become police officers
Illinois Gov. J.B. Pritzker signed a bill last week that would allow for non-U.S. citizens to apply to become police officers, and on Monday...
Mega Millions jackpot hits $1.05 billion. Here's the possible tax bill for the winner
The Mega Millions jackpot has soared above $1 billion for the fifth time in history. However, the winner will pay a significant chunk to U...
Sunday, July 30, 2023
Evanston police investigating after Pride flags vandalized with anti-LGBTQ rhetoric
Evanston police have launched an investigation after multiple Pride flags were found with anti-LGBTQ messages written on them, according to ...
Man with Chicago ties wanted for setting girlfriend on fire in Kenosha County: authorities
Law enforcement in Kenosha County, Wisconsin, are searching for an individual with Chicago ties who is suspected to have set his girlfriend ...
World's longest elevated pedestrian loop opens for visitors, and it's located in the Midwest
A rather unique and breathtaking experience awaits nature enthusiasts and animal lovers in Minnesota. The Minnesota Zoo, located in Apple V...
Cactuses can withstand the heat right? In parts of Arizona, not so much
It’s so hot in Arizona’s capital that not even the cactuses are surviving. Chief Science Officer Kimberlie McCue with the Desert Botanical ...
Mass shooting at Indiana party leaves 1 dead, numerous victims hurt
A “mass shooting” at a large party in Indiana early Sunday morning left one person dead, police said. A hospital said 19 people were being t...
Off-duty Chicago firefighter dies in Lake Michigan Sunday, officials say
An off-duty Chicago firefighter has died after they were pulled underwater while swimming on Sunday morning. According to officials, the 43...
Saturday, July 29, 2023
2 boats wash ashore at Ohio Street Beach during overnight storms
Two large boats from the “playpen” area of Lake Michigan washed ashore during intense storms that were fueled by heavy rains and powerful wi...
More Trader Joe's recalls? This soup may contain bugs and falafel may have rocks, grocer says
Trader Joe’s is recalling a broccoli cheddar soup that may contain insects and cooked falafel that may contain rocks, about one week after t...
NBC Chicago to air one-hour special on ‘Homeless youth: an invisible crisis' Saturday evening
Editor’s note: Watch the special presentation in the player above. NBC 5 Chicago will be airing a special, one-hour presentation entitled “...
Large fire engulfs suburban apartment complex during overnight storms
Authorities in suburban Oak Brook Terrace said Saturday an investigation was underway into a massive fire at an apartment complex that occur...
7 cluckin' good deals for National Chicken Wing Day
National Chicken Wings Day is July 29, and restaurant chains and poultry brands are celebrating the holiday in finger-licking style — by off...
Friday, July 28, 2023
Here's when the school year will start for Chicago Public Schools students
Summer break will come to an end in a matter of weeks for some of the youngest Chicagoans. While there’s still plenty of time left for back...
Eli's Cheesecake is offering 43-cent slices this weekend, but only at one specific spot
You can get a pretty sweet deal on one of Chicago’s most iconic desserts – Eli’s Cheesecake – this weekend. In celebration of its 43rd bir...
With Trump facing new charges, here's what to know about the documents case and what's next
Former President Donald Trump has been indicted on three additional charges in a case that accuses him of illegally possessing classified do...
Several dogs die from heat stroke when air conditioning fails in truck, NW Indiana authorities say
Several dogs died from heat stroke and multiple others were rushed to veterinary hospitals on Thursday after an air conditioning unit malfun...
Woman dies, 6 people hospitalized after boat hits Chicago breakwall and capsizes in Lake Michigan
Authorities say a woman died and six other people were hospitalized after a boat struck a Chicago breakwall and capsized in Lake Michigan am...
Carlee Russell charged in connection with Alabama kidnapping hoax
Authorities in Alabama said Friday they have filed criminal charges against a woman who confessed to fabricating a story that she was kidnap...
Thursday, July 27, 2023
Housing advocates push for City Council to enact a real estate transfer tax
Just over two months after taking office, Chicago Mayor Brandon Johnson is facing pressure to follow through on a major campaign promise. C...
Chicago police ‘find teen’s body in freezer’ of man accused of stabbing contractor to death with screwdriver
The body was found while investigators were looking at the home of a suspect in a separate murder case from The Independent https://ift.t...
Illinois Sec. of State to implement ‘Skip-the-Line' program at busiest DMVs
Changes could soon be in store for Illinois drivers facilities in the coming months as officials aim to shorten wait times across the state....
Small plane crashes with 2 onboard in field near suburban airport: FAA
A plane with two people on board crashed near an airport in DeKalb Thursday afternoon, authorities said. The single-engine Cessna 177 crash...