CPD Releases Bodycam Video of Fatal North Side Police Shooting
Chicago police released body camera footage of a deadly officer-involved shooting on the North Side as family members dispute the department's account.
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Lurie Children's Stops Gender Meds for New Patients Under 18
Chicago's premier children's hospital paused gender-affirming treatments after Trump administration launched federal investigation threats.
Three Charged After Car Burglary Chase Through South Side
Evergreen Park car burglary led to police chase through Beverly and Morgan Park ending in crash on Western Avenue. Three arrested including two minors.
Council Youth Curfew Vote Delayed After Last-Minute Deal
Mayor Johnson's office intervened minutes before Wednesday's vote, replacing Ald. Hopkins' curfew proposal with compromise ordinance on police dispersal powers.
Illinois Corrections Chief Outlines Prison Reform Initiatives
Deputy Director Sarah Martinez discusses overcrowding solutions, mental health programs, and reentry initiatives affecting Illinois prisons and Chicago communities.
Johnson Signs Budget, Averts Shutdown; Faith Leaders Denied Access to ICE Detainees on Christmas Eve
Mayor Brandon Johnson reluctantly signed the council's $16.6 billion budget, averting a government shutdown. Meanwhile, faith leaders were turned away when they tried to pray with detainees at the Broadview ICE facility on Christmas Eve.
ICE Returns to Chicago as Immigration Enforcement Ramps Up
Customs and Border Patrol agents have returned to Chicago to ramp up immigration operations, prompting Governor Pritzker to say the state is 'better prepared' and a new Illinois law to take effect barring arrests near schools and hospitals.
Cubs Sign Japanese Star Takeshi Yamamoto to $95 Million Deal, Signaling Rebuild Complete
The 26-year-old right-hander, who dominated Nippon Professional Baseball with a 2.15 ERA over five seasons, joins a Cubs roster poised to contend after years of rebuilding.
Chicago on Track for Safest Year Since 1965 as Homicides Drop 30%
With 411 homicides recorded through late November, Chicago is experiencing its safest year in six decades. Shootings, robberies, and carjackings have all seen double-digit declines.
Bulls' Surprising 10-4 Start Has United Center Buzzing Again
After years of mediocrity, the Bulls have opened the season with their best record since the Jimmy Butler era, sparking renewed optimism and filling seats at the United Center. What's behind the turnaround?
New Safety Program Launches in Austin Neighborhood
A comprehensive violence prevention initiative combining community ambassadors and mental health resources debuts in West Side neighborhood.
Chicago Neighborhood Watch Groups Team Up with Police
Local community organizations across Chicago are strengthening partnerships with CPD through new coordination initiatives aimed at improving safety.