Illinois advocates have sued federal authorities over alleged inhumane conditions at a Chicago-area federal immigration facility.

As SNAP benefits lapse amid the ongoing government shutdown, these food banks, mutual aid groups, community organizations and more are working to make sure Illinoisans can still feed their families.

U.S. District Judge Sara L. Ellis called Border Patrol Cmdr. Gregory Bovino into court to respond to reports that his agents violated her orders.

Almost a half million gallons of liquid asphalt poured into the Chicago Sanitary and Ship Canal earlier this year. EPA is overseeing the cleanup of the mess.

The Baltimore Ravens have been fined $100,000 by the NFL for incorrectly listing star quarterback Lamar Jackson as a full participant in practice on Oct. 24.

The university ran budget deficits for 14 years straight, spending big to raise its profile and enrollment. The plan worked, but now the bill’s come due and cuts are under way.

This week, the venerable venue marks the occasion with a slate of 11 show dates that show the breadth of musicians who have graced its stage, including The Hoyle Brothers, Osees, Melkbelly, Whitney and more.

Every year since 2021 during spooky season, CBS Chicago has been exploring tales of ghosts, hauntings and the paranormal around Chicago. We have four new ones this year.