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After increasingly disruptive gang funerals, local elected officials have worked together to give law enforcement more power over processions.
The 19th Ward will join neighborhoods across the city in the annual Clean & Green event. Find out how you can help improve your local park.
A look at a week's worth of 19th Ward crime incidents, April 3 - 9.
The Brother Rice coaching legend notched 37 championships during his tenure.
The latest business news from Oak Lawn, Evergreen Park, Beverly/Morgan Park and Mount Greenwood.
Abigail Svilar was the winner in her age group at the annual event.
Trammel Johnson, 52, was charged with burglary after police say he robbed the restaurant while wearing a plastic bag on his head.
Brandon Ewing, of the 3700 block of West 119th Street, has been charged with first-degree murder, according to reports.
Multiple injuries and at least two deaths have been reported.
Simply print the online voucher and let your tax stress melt away with a free HydroMassage.
Area voters reported little to no wait at polling places during Tuesday's local election.
Upload a photo to this article and it could be "Pic of the Day"! How would you describe your neighborhood in a single picture — or even a dozen?
Upload a photo to this article and it could be "Pic of the Day"! How would you describe your neighborhood in a single picture — or even a dozen?
A letter to the editor from Mayor Jim Sexton's wife, Karen.
The accident occurred in the 10800 block of LaPorte Avenue in Oak Lawn in what police term a "terrible tragedy."
The Chicago Tribune reported this week Gov. Quinn is looking for ways to tighten Illinois' impending conceal carry law.
A Chicago man will face 145 days in prison and four years of electronic monitoring, according to Sun-Times Media.
Officer Mark Pickert, whose actions saved the life of a fellow officer, was honored by the Chicago City Council for his work with the Gang Enforcement Team.
A man wearing a plastic bag over his head broke into a restaurant on 95th Street, according to police.
The Chicago White Sox are offering a limited number of tickets to select games throughout the season.
