'We're going in': Trump to deploy National Guard to Chicago, Pritzker pushes back

President Donald Trump announced Tuesday that he plans to deploy the National Guard to Chicago in an effort to curb violent crime, though he did not provide a timeline.

Fireman, triathlete paralyzed after San Francisco's 'Escape From Alcatraz' triathlon

A firefighter from Chicago was paralyzed during San Francisco's annual "Escape From Alcatraz" triathlon after another participant jumped on top of him in the first leg of the event.

Lollapalooza 2025 lineup: Everything you need to know

Lollapalooza, one of the most iconic music festivals in the world, has announced their 2025 lineup.

Body found in wheel well of United Flight from Chicago to Maui

A body was found in the wheel well of a United Airlines aircraft upon its arrival at Kahului Airport on Tuesday, according to the airline.

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.

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.

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. 

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.