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An ‘annular’ solar eclipse is set to take place next month, and if the weather cooperates, Chicago-area residents will be able to observe at least a partially-obscured sun.

There’s nothing little about Little Amal, except her age: she’s a 10-year-old Syrian refugee, but she’s actually a 12-foot tall puppet.

A family is offering a warning after a “free” jewelry appraisal led not just to a miniscule offer, but ultimately a fight over possession of the precious heirlooms.

Check your mail box: The checks could be worth as much as $5,000.

A crash involving at least three vehicles led authorities to close a portion of Interstate 65 in Merrillville, Indiana, on Monday afternoon.

Chicago police are continuing to investigate at least two break-ins inside a West Loop high-rise, with at least one resident already having moved out following the incident.

The inbound side of the Eisenhower Expressway was closed for nearly two hours Monday as Illinois State Police investigated earlier reports of a shooting on the highway.

Forecasters are nearly certain an El Niño winter is approaching and that could mean a big shift in what’s expected for weather conditions.

A burger that might just be what cheese curd lovers – and Wisconsinites – have long dreamt of is making a comeback at Culver’s. In a Facebook post on Monday, the Wisconsin-based chain announced its “Curderburger” will be returning for a limited time starting on Oct. 2. The unique concoction is a Deluxe ButterBurger inc...

A massive investment in the nation’s railways will help to fund multiple projects in both Illinois and Indiana, federal officials said Monday.

With more than 150,000 appointments booked in a three-week span, Illinois officials say they are expanding the state’s “Skip-the-Line” program at select Secretary of State’s Office locations.

Video captured the chaotic moment cars were seen drifting and doing donuts in Chicago’s West Loop over the weekend, a scene that has become increasingly familiar for many in the city.

The U.S. has officially brought back a program to mail free COVID tests to residents, but how can you get them and where else can you find free tests?