While many of these teen gatherings are peaceful, another recent gathering turned violent, prompting fresh questions about ...

Mayor Brandon Johnson on Saturday acknowledged the impact incidents like Friday night's shooting can have on events like this one. Chicago police said an additional 300 officers are positioned for the ...

The shootings took place on a bustling night, with huge crowds packing downtown Chicago for the Christmas tree lighting and the first night of Christkindlmarket.

The past week in Chicago should serve as a long-overdue wake-up call for anyone concerned about our central business district ...

Christkindlmarket is one of the engines of the downtown holiday economy. Organizers estimate that it generates roughly $190 million in economic impact each season and supports close to 2,000 jobs.

A new organization set to represent downtown Aurora businesses and property owners, planned to be similar to one that joined with other groups to form the Aurora Regional Economic Alliance, is now ...

Skate along a winding path and admire downtown Chicago's illuminated skyscrapers on the city's frozen lazy river — the ...

President Donald Trump’s comments come days after the Pentagon withdrew some National Guard troops he sent to Chicago.

One person was killed and eight others were injured in a pair of shootings following Chicago's official Christmas tree lighting.

Chicago's unofficial start to the holiday season will continue on Saturday night with the Magnificent Mile Lights Festival Parade, the nation's largest nighttime parade. The weather will be rather ...

A new pizza joint is offering a taste of Chicago and a community gathering space closes in this week's restaurant roundup.

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