Mayor, lawmakers make case for Chicago casino
The latest bill — which recently cleared the Illinois Senate and also would allow slot machines located in lounges at O'Hare and Midway — appears to have the best chance yet.
Fractured gangs blamed for Chicago homicide surge
CHICAGO (AP) - There are many theories about what has caused a recent spike in Chicago's homicide rate, including a splintering of established drug gangs...
Steve Harvey to host new TV show in Chicago
CHICAGO (AP) - Steve Harvey is going to star in his own daily television show, and it's going to be taped in Chicago...
Illinois' death row officially shuts down
CHICAGO (AP) - On Friday, a ban that Gov. Pat Quinn signed into law in March took effect...
