Storm-damaged properties can get lower tax assessments

Properties suffering substanial damage from last week's heavy rains and flooding can request a lower tax assessment after Gov. Pat Quinn declared a large swath of the state a "disaster area. Read More

Community leader demands Cubs scale back plan for more night games, signs

A Wrigleyville community leader demanded Tuesday that the Cubs scale back their request for more night games and signage at a renovated Wrigley Field, nix plans to enlarge the stadium's footprint Read More

CPS removes special-ed teacher; move follows abuse complaints from parents

A special-education teacher at Finkl Elementary School in the Little Village community has been removed from her classroom, Chicago Public Schools confirmed Tuesday - with the move coming after parent Read More

15-year-old found shot to death blocks from Obama's home

Timika Rutledge's Monday night unfolded like a mother's worst nightmare. Read More

Springfield votes down new spending

Believe it or not, in Springfield, lawmakers have rejected some new spending. Read More

Will City Council raise smoking age?

Will the Council Council enact a 21-year-old smoking age? Read More

Watchful eyes on flooded areas as rain falls again

All eyes are on already swollen area rivers Tuesday as rain begins to fall across the Chicago region and flood warnings remain in effect on several area waterways. Read More

Emanuel campaign cash controversy

At City Hall, there's a new controversy over one place Mayor Rahm Emanuel gets tens of thousands of dollars worth of campaign cash. Read More

Lt. Gov. Simon: Flood dangers not over

Lieutenant Governor Sheila Simon is encouraging residents along the Illinois River to remain vigilant and take precautions as flood waters continue rising over the coming days. Read More

Gutierrez, Paul Ryan team up to push for immigration reform

Promising it would enhance national security and strengthen the American economy, U.S. Rep. Paul Ryan (R-Wis.) was in Chicago on Monday making a case for immigration reform, partnering with an unlikel Read More