A one-year-old boy died on June 10 of asphyxia, according to the Cook County medical examiner’s office, which ruled his death a homicide and said his mother died by suicide.

Mayor Brandon Johnson delivered a fiery defense of his corporate head tax Thursday, citing Democratic election wins nationwide and accusing critics of siding with billionaires over working people.

Public transit disability programs secured funding from state's $1.5 billion transit bill, but major improvements delayed until 2027 as only $320 million expected in 2026, RTA says.

Federal agents' use of force during Chicago deportation operations "shocks the conscience," the Trump administration's arguments "lack credibility," and a Border Patrol official lied about tear gas use, a judge ruled Thursday.

A man has pleaded guilty to murder charges in the shooting death of Chicago rapper Tray Savage in Chatham five years ago, according to court documents.

#BREAKING U.S. District Judge Sara Ellis in Chicago is entering a preliminary injunction governing the use of force against protesters and journalists.

Starbucks’ union members have voted to strike next week at the company’s U.S. stores, including ones in Chicago, unless it finalizes a contract agreement, the union said Wednesday.

Are you flying out of Chicago amid the FAA cuts? What’s your backup plan if your flight gets delayed or cancelled?

U.S. Sen. Tammy Duckworth demands Justice Department investigation into FBI's role detaining U.S. citizens during immigration raids, calling the prolonged holds without charges potentially illegal "secret detentions."

A 16-year-old Hinsdale teen leads free AI workshops for seniors, demystifying technology and teaching scam prevention after realizing his grandfather's generation needed help.

Federal government deploys propaganda tactics including military-style raid videos and patriotic recruitment ads to win support for immigration crackdown, despite reality often contradicting its portrayal of Chicago.

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Beyond saving transit from cuts, the $1.5 billion funding package raises regional sales taxes, redirects gas tax revenue and hikes tollway fees affecting all Illinois residents.

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While hearing arguments, the justices seemed skeptical about President Donald Trump’s ability to implement sweeping tariffs under an emergency law. trib.al/Gmn8Kdw

The board chose the finalists in a closed session last week. Those candidates will be put through a series of interviews on Monday with a community panel and Mayor Brandon Johnson. trib.al/OF9WmyK

Chicago Police Supt. Larry Snelling said he would still meet Mayor Brandon Johnson’s budget-cutting mandate by holding open 984 police positions, but budgeting less money for those vacancies he knew the city would not be able to fill. trib.al/gnlW6tW

The U.S. federal judge is requiring officials at the de facto ICE detention center to provide detainees with a clean bedding mat, hygienic supplies, three meals with water per day, and access to lawyers and a phone, among other requirements. trib.al/qdTsaoY

Sigcho-Lopez confirmed to the Chicago Sun-Times on Wednesday that he has formed an exploratory committee, after being encouraged to run by community members following U.S. Rep. Jesus “Chuy” Garcia’s surprising exit from the March primary race. trib.al/zxPYgTm

Federal prosecutors accused Eric Sanders of tapping a company for snow removal services at O’Hare, and funneling money through subcontracted companies owned by his father and girlfriend’s son to line his own pockets to the tune of $266,700. trib.al/KtVo9ZC

Testimony from the agent who shot a woman multiple times in an immigration enforcement action revealed how he touted his marksmanship in leaving seven wounds despite firing five bullets. He later texted fellow agents, ‘Put that in your book boys.’ trib.al/97UP2pu

Illinois Attorney General Kwame Raoul is seeking all owed wages, 5% interest, penalties — $2,000 per violation — and an equal amount of punitive damages, to be held in a trust for the affected employees. trib.al/4CyjO84

Funding for the federal Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program is frozen. Reduced benefits are expected to restart later this month. In the meantime, area restaurants are stepping up to help. This list will be updated. trib.al/LLieCsf

Bears tight end Colston Loveland, whose 58-yard touchdown catch-and-run won a wild game against the Bengals on Sunday, was named NFC Offensive Player of the Week on Wednesday.

A man and a woman in their 70s were killed and the person who allegedly caused the deadly traffic crash was injured Tuesday afternoon on the Southwest Side.

Two pilots have successfully executed emergency landings on Lake Shore Drive during engine failures, likely the only such incidents in the roadway's history.

Two Prospect Heights police officers were fired after complaint regarding their noncriminal off-duty behavior, but officials said they were unable to provide further details.

A daycare teacher was detained by federal immigration officers Wednesday morning on the Northwest Side, a video shows.

A Skokie man is due in court Wednesday accused of shooting a 23-year-old woman during an incident that a City Council member said was sparked by road rage.

A federal judge permanently blocked Trump administration from withholding transportation funds over immigration enforcement cooperation, calling the conditions imposed on 20 states including Illinois "arbitrary and capricious."

Chicago artist Ben Lewis discovered irreplaceable Koko Taylor memorabilia—including awards, photos with celebrities, and handwritten lyrics—being sold cheaply at a Back of the Yards flea market.

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After federal officials testified and appeals court intervened, a Wednesday hearing will decide long-term restrictions on federal agents' treatment of protesters and journalists during Chicago deportation operations.

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As Jesse Jackson Jr. attempts a comeback more than a decade after he resigned from Congress and was convicted on corruption charges, one of his financial contributors is a south suburban politician who's under investigation for campaign-finance misconduct.

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No one was hurt but some residents lost passports and other documents and fear they could be targets of immigration agents. trib.al/TSMYgtz

Questions remain over funding for ChiArts’ lauded conservatory program, which the school district estimates will cost $5.5 million a year to keep running in its current form. trib.al/WfUyvl7

The Cubs have traded veteran reliever Andrew Kittredge back to the Orioles, barely over three months after they acquired him from Baltimore at the trade deadline.

In November 1975, Chicago Tribune critic Gene Siskel and Chicago Sun-Times critic Roger Ebert went into a WTTW studio to tape their first review show. With some coaching, the two rivals became friends and put Chicago on the film criticism map. trib.al/MhM9DCj

The Illinois General Assembly's top two legislative leaders won't go head-to-head for the seat soon to be vacated by retiring U.S. Rep. Danny Davis.

Local Ald. Bill Conway (34th) said he discovered the mayor’s plan to solve the four-year-old Greyhound station problem almost by chance while perusing TIF reports distributed to City Council members outlining projects in their wards. trib.al/joB9KXu

The Chicago Sun-Times collected an overview of some of the most egregious Chicago machine-like examples of anointing a successor, including instances of family hand-me-downs. trib.al/flkLsf9

15-year-old John Thomas was fatally shot while biking to his father's house for trick-or-treating on the Near West Side Friday afternoon. His mother says he treated everyone like family.

Mayor Brandon Johnson videotaped City Hall's gift room after accusations of unreported gifts, but the room wasn't built until after he blocked the inspector general's inspection attempt.

Family and friends of Huayi Bian, 36 and Weizhong Xiong, 38, filled a courtroom gallery as the murder trial began. Alvin Thomas,25, is charged with their murders. trib.al/9cfuEot

U.S. Rep. Jesus “Chuy” Garcia says his health and family led to last-minute ballot switch but guarantees his chief of staff will take his place.

Jefferson Park's Gale Street Inn, shuttered since June, plans to reopen in December under new ownership. The sale includes the restaurant’s recipes, including the famous baby back ribs.

Police who responded to two people possibly asleep in a car along a northwest suburban Crystal Lake road Tuesday morning found them dead.

The White Sox are picking up the $20 million club option on Luis Robert for the 2026 season. The 27-year-old center fielder hit .223 with 14 homers and 33 stolen bases while playing in 110 games.