The homicide figures do not include killings that occurred in self-defense or in other circumstances not measured in Chicago police statistics. Homicide data from the Illinois State Police, which patrols the city’s expressways, also is not included here.

Brooks is seeking to stand out with a platform centering on revitalizing city neighborhoods and new means of promoting public safety.

Alpha opened the first school in Chicago that uses artificial intelligence and has no teachers.

Here's everything you need to know about the 2026 Mexican Independence Day celebrations in Chicago this weekend.

Border Patrol's Operation Midway Blitz and ICE arrests discouraged Cook County shoppers from spending money, according to a new UIC report.

A historian by training, Bunch became the first Black person and first historian appointed to the position atop the Smithsonian — the world’s largest museum – in June 2019.

Amidst their 'The Windy Cities' tour, 70s and 80s rock hitmakers Styx and Chicago arrived home in the city of Chicago for a terrific homecoming concert at Allstate Arena.

Chicago officials are preparing for upcoming Mexican Independence Day festivities while addressing safety concerns related to increased ICE patrols and recent local violence.

When people lose something in Chicago’s harbors, they often call Yohei Yamada, who has made a career out of retrieving cellphones, jewelry, wallets and more from the depths of Lake Michigan.