The Latest Breaking News from Chicago

‘Jersey mikes ftw. They’ve never failed me’: Chicago man orders Sicilian Pizza Sandwich from Jimmy John’s. Then he takes a bite

When a sandwich photo online promises a stacked creation with meats, melty cheese, and peppers piled high, a disappointment hits hard. That’s what happened to one Chicago man who says his Jimmy John’s order arrived looking…nothing like the ad.

The Mary Sue · Nov 19, 2025

Federal prosecutors charge man with setting a woman on fire on a Chicago train

Federal prosecutors have charged a man with setting a woman on fire on a Chicago train, calling it a terrorist attack

The Independent UK · Nov 19, 2025

Restaurant chain files for bankruptcy and blames the rising cost of food and workers for its financial woes

The chain has listed itself as having over $27 million in liabilities as it battles to keep its stores across six states afloat

The Independent UK · Nov 19, 2025

Man pours liquid on woman and sets her on fire on Chicago subway

Victim was hospitalized in critical condition and suspect taken into custody following incident on city’s train system

The Guardian - US · Nov 18, 2025

Woman doused with unknown liquid and set on fire on late-night Chicago train after argument with man, police say

The woman remains in critical condition and has been left with severe burns to her body and face, following the attack

The Independent UK · Nov 18, 2025

Why are US border agents in Charlotte, and are they allowed to operate there?

Border patrol is at the center of the immigration crackdown in North Carolina – what does US law say about their presence?

The Guardian - US · Nov 18, 2025

Charlotte’s Web author’s granddaughter slams DHS for using iconic book to brand deportation efforts

Martha White, who manages her grandfather’s literary estate, said he would ‘not condone fear-mongering,’ in response to recent activity by agents in North Carolina

The Independent UK · Nov 17, 2025

Only 16 of Over 600 ICE Arrests in Chicago Labeled 'High Public Safety Risks,' Court Documents Show

Federal court documents show that, out of 607 people detained by U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement in Chicago, only 16 were classified by the government as a "high public safety risk," despite weeks of intensified enforcement under Operation Midway Blitz.

Latin Times · Nov 17, 2025

Hundreds of National Guard troops deployed to Portland and Chicago are being sent home

Hundreds of National Guard troops sent to Portland and Chicago are being sent home and those who will remain will not be on the streets

The Independent UK · Nov 17, 2025

After weekend's Border Patrol surge in North Carolina, governor says effort is 'stoking fear'

After a surge in Border Patrol activity in North Carolina’s largest city over the weekend, Gov. Josh Stein says the effort is “stoking fear,” not making Charlotte safer

The Independent UK · Nov 17, 2025