Two No. 1 seeds are Final Four bound. The top overall-seeded UCLA Bruins and defending champion South Carolina Gamecocks on Sunday punch...
Monday, March 31, 2025
Sunday, March 30, 2025
Tornado watch issued for much of Chicago area as possibly severe storms approach
A tornado watch for much of the Chicago area has been issued as possibly severe storms approach the region, potentially bringing damaging wi...
2 dead, 3 wounded in shooting at Hammond bar: officials
Two people were killed and three others were wounded in a shooting early Sunday morning at a bar in Hammond, according to authorities. Poli...
Saturday, March 29, 2025
Cubs trade pitcher Cody Poteet to Orioles, team announces
The Chicago Cubs have traded pitcher Cody Poteet to the Baltimore Orioles, days after designating him for assignment. In exchange, the Cub...
Why it's so hard to fix the U.S. air traffic control problems
The U.S. has had a shortage of air traffic controllers for years. Air traffic controller staffing “is at an all-time low,” said Nick Daniel...
Friday, March 28, 2025
Why does President Donald Trump want Greenland? What to know amid VP visit
When U.S. President Donald Trump first suggested buying Greenland in 2019, some thought it was just a joke. But that is now far from the c...
Suburban correctional officer arrested by Homeland Security, facing child sex assault charges
A Will County Sheriff’s Office corrections officer was arrested by Homeland Security and is facing felony charges of predatory criminal sexu...
Thursday, March 27, 2025
South suburban daycare sued in death of 2-year-old boy
The family of a 2-year-old boy who died after a medical episode while at a suburban daycare is suing the company, accusing it of negligence ...
March Madness Sweet 16: Men's matchups, schedule and how to watch
Tickets to the Sweet 16 have been punched. The third round of the NCAA Tournament is set to begin tonight, with what was once 68 teams ha...
What is MS-13? What to know as alleged leader reportedly arrested
An alleged leader of the violent MS-13 street gang was arrested , officials announced this week, but who was it and what exactly is MS-13? ...
Wednesday, March 26, 2025
2 suburban Kohl's stores among dozens to close Saturday. Here's what to know
Two Kohl’s stores in the Chicago suburbs are among over two dozen that will be closing Saturday, according to an announcement from the reta...
Who needs to prove identity for Social Security and when? What to know as change nears
Will you need to prove your identity for Social Security payments after the department soon changes its protocols? Not everyone will, but s...
3 fan-favorite fast food sauces, dressings to hit shelves at Costco, Target, Walmart and more
Several fan-favorite fast food sauces will soon be sold at popular retailers including Costco, Sam’s Club, Target and more this spring. Ove...
Tuesday, March 25, 2025
How much eggs cost every year since 1980 — in one chart
Egg prices are once again top of mind for many Americans — and it’s easy to see why. Even after a recent drop in wholesale costs, retail e...
Monday, March 24, 2025
How much tariffs could drive up car prices—and how to tell if you should buy now
If you’re shopping for a new car, you’re probably keeping a close eye on tariffs . President Donald Trump has announced a 25% tariff on ce...
Some Metra suburban lines facing ‘extensive delays' due to police activity
Some west suburban Metra rains Monday afternoon were stopped and faced “extensive delays” due to police activity, Metra said in statements p...
Sunday, March 23, 2025
You can now use Klarna to finance your DoorDash order, and social media is having a field day
DoorDash’s new partnership has people on social media doing a double take. On March 20, the food delivery platform announced a collab wit...
Segway recalls 220,000 of its scooters due to a fall hazard that has resulted in 20 injuries
Walter Clayton Jr. and Florida ended UConn’s pursuit of a third straight national championship, with Clayton burying two key 3-pointers in t...