Murder charges filed against duo accused in killing of Chicago crisis counselor - Chicago news - NewsLocker (2024)

Murder charges have been filed against two suspects accused of gunning down a 24-year-old crisis counselor in Chicago last month.

6 children among 7 hospitalized after crash on Near South Side

Six children were among seven individuals hospitalized following a crash in Chicago's Near South Side neighborhood early Wednesday evening, according to Chicago fire officials.

More Chicagoans speak out against iFLIP Chicago following initial NBC 5 Responds report

For months, NBC 5 Responds has been digging into an alleged "real estate Ponzi scheme" that has financially devastated dozens of South Side families.

‘Souper' qualified dad joke-tellers could score free Panera gift cards for Father's Day

Feel like you were “bread” to tell incredible dad jokes? Panera Bread has a giveaway just for you in honor of Father’s Day.

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What's closed on Juneteenth, from post offices, banks and more

Summer is packed with federal holidays, and another one will arrive on the calendar in the coming week as the United States observes Juneteenth.

2nd lawsuit announced in fatal construction site accident at UChicago Medical Center

Attorneys representing the families of two men who fell 100 feet from scaffolding during high winds at a construction site at the University of Chicago Medical Center have announced a second lawsuit will soon be filed.

Bollards coming to protect Michigan Avenue businesses, pedestrians

Deployment along Michigan Avenue, from Chicago to Ohio, should start in the coming weeks and wrap up by the time of the Democratic National Convention in August.

Who won James Beard Awards in Chicago? Here's the full list of winners

Looking for your next dining destination? The James Beard Foundation announced its 2024 restaurant and chef award winners at a live ceremony at the Lyric Opera of Chicago on Monday.

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Where to find Chicago farmers markets this summer

The city of Chicago released its full list of summer farmers markets for 2024, and with markets happening five days out of the week, you won’t want to miss this day-by-day schedule of them.

A timeline of potential severe storms in Chicago area this week

The Chicago area is seeing a blast of summery heat this week, but it could end with the threat of severe thunderstorms.

Chicago's judicial community, local officials pay tribute to federal judge Harry Leinenweber

Chicago's judicial community is mourning the loss of a well-respected federal judge who presided over several very high-profile trials.

Xfinity outage reported across parts of Chicago. Here's what caused it

Xfinity customers across parts of Chicago are dealing with a service outage Wednesday afternoon after damage to network lines, the company said.

Sheriff's deputies shot, suspect wounded in SWAT incident near Dixon, Illinois

Multiple injuries were reported Wednesday in an incident in a northwest Illinois town just outside of Dixon.

Multiple injuries reported in ‘incident' in northwest Illinois town outside of Dixon

Multiple injuries were reported Wednesday in an incident in a northwest Illinois town just outside of Dixon.

Why is Riot Fest leaving Chicago and moving to the suburbs? New festival plan, location draws strong reactions

Riot Fest, the iconic, circus-themed pop-punk music festival held for the last nine years in Chicago's Douglass Park, will be relocating this year --to the suburbs. But the new location comes with its own series of challenges.

Illinois to launch ‘food truck' DMVs this month, starting in Chicago and several suburbs

While it won't be serving any food, a new kind of "food" truck will be dishing out licenses and other driver services in Illinois starting this month.

Semi smashes into Grundy County apartment building

A semi skidded off a highway and slammed into an apartment building in Grundy County on Wednesday morning.

Fall Out Boy, Slayer, Public Enemy: Riot Fest's 2024 ‘RiotLand' lineup revealed

The highly anticipated lineup for Riot Fest -- which is moving to suburban Bridgeview and becoming "RiotLand" for 2024 -- is officially out.

Chicago Riot Fest moves to suburban Bridgeview as ‘RiotLand'

Goodbye Chicago, hello Bridgeview: The city's popular Riot Fest music festival, will move to the suburbs and rebrand as "RiotLand," organizers revealed Wednesday morning.

Chicago weather: 90-degree temperatures, high humidity and storms on the way

Summer may still be several days away, but hot and humid weather has arrived in Chicago.

Illinois' minimum wage isn't going up July 1, but several locations will see a change

Illinois' minimum wage may not be going up at the start of July, but some locations will still be seeing a raise.

Illinois' minimum wage isn't going up July 1, but 2 major locations will see a change

Illinois' minimum wage may not be going up at the start of July, but some locations will still be seeing a raise.

Chicago alderman proposes 8 p.m. teen curfew to City Council following Streeterville attacks

Should the proposal pass City Council, Ald. Brian Hopkins says Chicago police would be able to take teens into custody and ticket those who violate the curfew.

Chicago Park District releases statement after Riot Fest says it will leave Douglass Park due to park district's ‘lack of care'

The Chicago Park District has released a statement after organizers of Riot Fest, a festival held in Chicago's Douglass Park since 2015, said it would be leaving its current location due to the park district's "lack of care for the community."

Chicago Riot Fest lineup, details of new ‘RiotLand' event to be revealed Wednesday

The announcement comes a day after organizers said the festival would no longer be held in Chicago's Douglass Park "solely because of the Chicago Park District."

New Chicago migrant shelter a joint effort of governments, faith organizations

Chicago Mayor Brandon Johnson and Cook County President Toni Preckwinkle gave a warm welcome to migrants staying at a new shelter at St. Bartholomew Catholic Church.

Indiana woman charged with possession of 61 pounds of cocaine at Midway Airport

A woman from Indiana was arrested at Midway Airport last week with more than 61 pounds of cocaine, according to authorities.

South Loop man charged in 3 CTA Green Line attacks

A South Loop man remains jailed on attempted murder and battery charges in connection with several attacks on CTA passengers.

Summer concerts, events collide with cicada emergence in Chicago's suburbs

In the Chicago area, an historic emergence of cicadas is colliding with major events around the region, including in Downers Grove.

Riot Fest announces departure from Douglass Park, hints at future ‘Riotland'

On the eve of the release of its 2024 lineup, Riot Fest organizers say that the event will leave Chicago’s Douglass Park and will instead be part of an event dubbed “Riotland” later this summer.