The Latest Breaking News from Chicago

Suspect in fatal shootings of four in suburban Chicago dead after car crash in Oklahoma

Police say a suspect in the shooting deaths of a suburban Chicago couple and their two children has died of an apparently self-inflicted gunshot wound after crashing his car in Oklahoma

The Independent UK · Sep 20, 2023

Suspect in murder of family of four outside Chicago found dead states away in Oklahoma

Nathaniel Huey Jr., 31, of Streamwood, Illinois, and an unnamed woman were identified as persons of interest in the slayings

The Independent UK · Sep 20, 2023

Chicago: From Stacker of Wheat to Stacker of Wheat Thins!

Mayor Brandon Johnson should remember the sorry history of state-run supermarkets.

Reason · Sep 20, 2023

Did missing ex-NFL player Sergio Brown post videos about mother's death? Police are investigating

Police in suburban Chicago are checking on the authenticity of Instagram videos that appear to show missing former NFL player Sergio Brown discussing the recent death of his mother

The Independent UK · Sep 20, 2023

Jim McMahon: Chicago has always cared more about RBs and LBs than QBs

Jim McMahon, the most famous Bears quarterback, thinks the pressure lies on other positions in Chicago.

Chicago Sun-Times · Sep 20, 2023

Grand Crossing neighborhood woman, 30, strangled

A 30-year-old woman was found strangled in a South Side garage in the Grand Crossing neighborhood, Chicago police said.

Chicago Sun-Times · Sep 20, 2023

Four armed robberies reported within 15 minutes on Northwest Side

The attacks happened in Wicker Park, Logan Square and Humboldt Park between 9:25 p.m. and 9:40 p.m., according to Chicago police. No one was reported in custody.

Chicago Sun-Times · Sep 20, 2023

Christy George, top Pritzker aide, named executive director of Chicago DNC host committee

The host committee is tasked with raising between $80 and $100 million for the presidential convention, taking place Aug. 19-22. A spokesperson from the host committee described fundraising as “impressive” thus far, but would not disclose a number.

Chicago Sun-Times · Sep 20, 2023

Five key storylines to follow during Blackhawks training camp

Connor Bedard’s acclimation to Chicago, Kevin Korchinski’s attempt to prove his NHL readiness and Luke Richardson’s line combinations and mentality toward prospects will all be interesting to watch.

Chicago Sun-Times · Sep 20, 2023

Chicago’s annual Christmas tree contest announced

Could that big tree in your yard be the one selected for this season’s showcase in Millennium Park?

Chicago Sun-Times · Sep 20, 2023