Escaped Mississippi murder suspect arrested at Chicago restaurant after hours-long standoff with police
A murder suspect who escaped from a Mississippi courthouse was arrested at a restaurant on Chicago's Near West Side, blocks from the Democratic National Convention, after an hours-long standoff with police.
DNC speaker schedule Wednesday: Walz, Clinton to headline third day of convention
The Democratic National Convention speaker schedule for Wednesday features Governor Tim Walz officially accepting his nomination as Kamala Harris' running mate, a keynote speech from former President Bill Clinton, and several others.
DNC day 2 speakers: Obama headlines second day of convention
The Democratic National Convention speaker schedule for Tuesday features a warm welcome from Gov. J.B. Pritzker and a keynote speech from former President Barack Obama.
Bomb threats made to Chicago hotels deemed not credible on 2nd day of DNC
Chicago police and the U.S. Secret Service said a bomb threat that was sent Tuesday at several hotels on the Near West Side was unfounded.
Chicago DNC protest: Additional fencing installed on Day Two following breach, police announce more arrests
Security at the Democratic National Convention in Chicago was increased Tuesday after a group of protesters broke down fencing and breached a secure area on the first day.
DNC speaker schedule Tuesday: Obamas headline second day of convention
The Democratic National Convention speaker schedule for Tuesday features a warm Illinois welcome from Gov. J.B. Pritzker, a keynote speech from former President Barack Obama, and a few special appearances from well-known Republicans.
Kamala Harris makes surprise appearance on 1st night of DNC in Chicago
Kamala Harris made an unannounced appearance onstage Monday night to thank President Biden.
Chicago DNC protest: Video shows moment security fence breached outside United Center
Chicago protesters breached a security fence outside the United Center on Monday as thousands inside prepared for the first night of the Democratic National Convention.
Chicago DNC 2024: Protesters march on first day of convention
The Democratic National Convention in Chicago has prompted large demonstrations and marches as activists seek to have their voices heard.
DNC speaker schedule Monday: Joe Biden headlines first day of convention
The Democratic National Convention speaker schedule for Monday is out and features several high-profile party members such as Hilllary Clinton and President Joe Biden.
Protesters rally in downtown Chicago ahead of Democratic National Convention
Protesters marched in downtown Chicago on Sunday, just one day before the start of the Democratic National Convention.
PHOTOS: Stage revealed for 2024 Democratic National Convention in Chicago
The stage and podium for the 2024 Democratic National Convention in Chicago have been revealed.
Chicago DNC 2024: Everything you need to know
The Democratic National Convention returns to Chicago next week for the first time in 28 years to decide one half of a pivotal presidential election.
For third time, California store sells winning lottery scratchers ticket with huge jackpot
Scratchers-mania: A California store extended its streak of making millionaires with winning scratchers. And a San Jose café sold a scratchers worth $2 million.
Fisherman arrested after catching 14 oversized fish: 'Caught red-handed'
Authorities had received tips about the angler not releasing catches from his boat while he fished off of the coast.
Trump in Chicago: Former president to attend National Association of Black Journalists Convention
Former President Donald Trump is set to attend the National Association of Black Journalists annual Convention & Career Fair in Chicago on Wednesday.
Shattered salsa jar causes $20K in damages at Massachusetts pool
A popular pool in Needham, Massachusetts, has reopened after a jar of salsa caused $20,000 in repairs.
Archeologists unearth musket balls from first battles of Revolutionary War
The musket balls range in size, dating back almost 250 years, and were fired during one of the first battles in the Revolutionary War.
Indiana resident killed after tree falls on home amid severe weather identified
A person was killed when a tree fell on their house in Cedar Lake, Indiana, as powerful storms barreled through the Chicagoland area on Monday night.
July 4th mass shooting: Chicago women died shielding children from gunfire
A mass shooting in Grand Crossing on Chicago’s South Side early Thursday morning left two women and an 8-year-old child dead.