People inside a River North business early Thursday morning were robbed at gunpoint, police said, with at least one person injured as an investigation remains underway. About 3:12 a.m., three male suspects with guns entered a business in the 300 block of West Chicago Avenue and demanded money from those inside, police said. The suspects took ...

The 2026 NFL Draft is here. The draft, held held this year in Pittsburgh, begins Thursday, with the first round starting at 7 p.m. Central time. The second and third rounds will take place Friday, with rounds four through seven held Saturday. The Chicago Bears have seven picks in the draft, starting at No. 25. We feel prepared. We put in the ...

The Senate took the first steps in a new effort to reopen the Department of Homeland Security early Thursday, voting to adopt a budget plan that would fund ICE and Border Patrol over Democratic objections and sending it to the House. The entire department has been shut down since mid-February as Democrats have demanded policy changes in the wake of fatal ...

A second round of talks between Israel and Lebanon was set to start Thursday in Washington, while the prospects of Iran-U.S. talks in Pakistan seemed dubious as the Islamic Republic accused the Americans of a lack of good faith in negotiations. Iran fired on three ships in the Strait of Hormuz and seized two of them Wednesday, intensifying its assault on ...

A child sustained life-threatening injuries after they were struck by a driver in a western suburb of Chicago on Wednesday afternoon, authorities said. Around 4:11 p.m., Aurora police and fire departments responded to the 400 block of Titsworth Court for a report of a child that was struck by a car. The child sustained serious, life-threatening ...

A man from Roselle was sentenced to 45 years in prison for opening fire in a suburban restaurant and shooting a 20-year-old in the head, DuPage County State’s Attorney Bob Berlin said on Wednesday. Jaime Quijano, 26, was sentenced after he was found guilty of two counts of attempted first-degree murder, one count of aggravated battery with a firearm ...

The Chicago Bears released a statement on Wednesday after Illinois legislators took a step forward with keeping the team in the state. Shortly after the bill passed out of a House committee 15-5 and then was passed again by the full House, the Bears said the bill is not enough for them. “We welcome the progress made on the Houses version of the mega ...

A hidden gem is floating along the North Branch of the Chicago River, just east of Goose Island, and it’s open to the public 24/7. The Wild Mile, which isn’t actually a mile long yet, serves as an urban oasis and wildlife sanctuary, and the public can see the incredible assortment of life it’s supporting. “The ‘Wild 700 feet’ doesnt ...

Chicago’s Magnificent Mile could be seeing a retail revitalization as popular brands vie for prime spots on the stretch of shops, according to a report from Crain’s Chicago Business. American Eagle Outfitters is in the process of opening a flagship store at 600 N. Michigan Avenue that will carry several of their brands, including Aerie, and denim ...

Lawmakers in Springfield took a step forward Wednesday to keeping the Bears in Illinois, but it appears the legislation still has a ways to go. The bill passed out of a House committee Wednesday and could even get a full vote, but the Senate isn’t feeling a sense of urgency regarding the legislation. We will work this bill like any other bill. We ...

A man was killed and three women were injured in a shooting in Little Village on Wednesday afternoon, police said. Around 4:34 p.m., a 46-year-old man, a 25-year-old woman, a 47-year-old woman and a woman of unknown age were standing near the sidewalk on the 3400 block of West 26th Street when they were shot by a person who has not yet been identified by ...

The Chicago Bears currently hold the No. 25 pick in the NFL Draft, which gets underway Thursday, but could a Georgia Bulldog fit their plans if they make a trade? The Bears have a total of seven picks in the NFL Draft, but GM Ryan Poles could try to put together some more draft capital by trading that selection. He could also go the other direction, using ...

Navy Secretary John Phelan is leaving his job, the Pentagon abruptly announced Wednesday, the first head of a military service to depart during President Donald Trumps second term but just the latest top defense leader to step down or be ousted. No reason was given for the unexpected departure of the Navys top civilian official, coming as the sea service ...

A key piece of legislation aimed at keeping the Chicago Bears in Illinois has passed out of a key House committee Wednesday. The House Revenue Committee was reviewing the PILOT (payment in lieu of taxes) bill that would be designed to give the Bears and other major business projects property tax certainty, a critical measure to pave the way for a ...

A suburban chocolate shop is stepping beyond selling treats to track the dozens of times a nearby historic bridge has been hit by truck drivers over the years. Despite the warning signs telling drivers not to go under the historic bridge in Long Grove, more than 70 drivers have attempted and gotten stuck since 2020, according to the small business. ...

A wrongful death lawsuit has been filed in the April 2025 crash that left five children dead at a central Illinois after school camp. The crash occurred after a 44-year-old woman apparently suffered a seizure behind the wheel of her vehicle, which then veered off a road and into the YNOT After School Camp in Chatham on April 28, 2025. A total of five ...

Another unexpected animal sighting at Wrigley Field appeared to startle the opposing team during Tuesday’s Cubs-Phillies matchup — and it was all caught on cam. Footage showed the moment a rat appeared near Philadelphia’s bench in a ball bag. It then reappeared and began walking around the field, causing some coaches, players and even cameramen ...

While Pope Leo XIVs life changed dramatically when he became the first American-born pontiff, his brother John Prevosts life changed in big ways too. From discussing President Donald Trumps criticisms of his brother, to the gift he hopes wont be sent to the pontiff any more, to whether its true Pope Leo canceled a U.S. trip, Prevost held court on a ...

Prediction market Kalshi said Wednesday that it had fined and suspended three political candidates for trading on their own races during primary campaigns. “Just like in traditional financial markets, bad actors will try to cheat,” Kalshi said in a statement. “These three cases are an example of how developing proactive engineering solutions can ...

A Buffalo Grove High School staff member who was seriously hurt in an incident during dismissal on Tuesday was protecting students when he suffered life-threatening injuries, the school’s principal said. According to Principal Jeff Wardle, the staff member remained hospitalized Wednesday afternoon and “our thoughts and prayers continue to be with ...

The Chicago area is experiencing an interesting temperature split Wednesday, but warmer weather is on the way for everyone this week. On Wednesday, areas adjacent to Lake Michigan are experiencing significantly cooler temperatures than those residents in outlying areas, with temperatures in the 50s or low-60s near the lake and well into the 70s ...

Buffalo Grove High School released a letter to families after a staff member was seriously injured in an incident just outside the school’s parking lot. The incident unfolded about 3:20 p.m. Tuesday. According to the school and police, the staff member “was struck by a vehicle and sustained serious injuries” as cars were turning onto Dundee Road ...

The Chicago Bears are trying to get more athletic on defense, but could Texas A&M linebacker Cashius Howell fit the bill? Howell had three years of strong stats with the Aggies, but some questions remain about his ability to translate that success to the NFL level, giving the Bears a lot to think about when they use their No. 25 pick in the first round. ...

Federal agents seized the remains of a monkey and more than 100 pounds of illegal ruminant beef at Chicagos OHare airport earlier this month. According to Customs and Border Protection, the seizures occurred during two separate incidents on April 11. Officials said a passenger from Cameroon attempted to bring the carcass of a monkey into the United ...

It goes without saying the Chicago Bears are aiming to improve their pass rush at the NFL Draft, but could Zion Young be the answer to their prayers? Young is coming off an impressive final season with the Missouri Tigers, having been voted a team captain and starting all 13 games for the squad. He racked up an impressive 16.5 tackles for loss and 6.5 ...