PARK CITY, Ill. -- A training program in Lake County is building an inclusive space where people from all walks of life can learn the benefits of boxing. A Muslim youth group from Islamic Foundat...
FLOSSMOOR, Ill. -- A young entrepreneur with sensory processing disorder has a new clothing line that is functional and inspirational. Malachi Rucker said people would use autism as an insult and...
CHICAGO -- In a big city known for big ideas on architecture, it's sometimes the smaller ideas that can help reinvent. The latest exhibit at the Chicago Architecture Center gives us the voice to ...
Pratt, who covered City Hall during Lightfoot’s tenure, said the former mayor is fascinating figure who led Chicago through a transformative time.
CHICAGO — Nearly 10 months after flooding left devastating damage on the West Side, some residents are still dealing with the aftermath, and one non-profit organization was out and about lookin...
CHICAGO — For National Park Week, the "Pullman House Project" on the far South Side is unveiling its latest restoration project as it expands its tours of the historic site. Just across form th...
https://wgntv.com/news/features/pullman-house-project-opens-expanding-historical-site/
CHICAGO — If you couldn’t get away for spring break this year, there’s a hidden gem on Chicago’s West Side that will transport you to a tropical island – at least for a few hours. Esmer...
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CHICAGO – The murder of 11-year-old Jayden Perkins and the stabbing of his pregnant mother has left the community reeling more than one month later. The deadly attack happened inside the victim...
BATAVIA, Ill. — Severe weather is striking Illinois harder so far this year than it has in the past. February's tornado outbreak was no exception, with 11 tornadoes touching down in the Chicago...
CHICAGO -- The Building Black Wealth Tour is coming to a hundred cities across the country, and on Saturday, the tour made a stop at Olive Harvey College. According to Dearborn Realtist Board Pre...
CHICAGO — Known all around the world and beloved here in Chicago, the Trinity Academy of Irish Dance celebrated winning their 14th team gold medal at the World Championships of Irish Dance in t...
LAGRANGE PARK, Ill. — In suburban Lagrange Park, a man is gearing up for his biggest harvest to date, nearly 10,000 tomato plants, all of which he started growing in his basement. His name is B...
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CHICAGO — Looking to unplug and feed your creative side? There is a unique place on the Chicago’s North Side that's doing just that. The place is Chicago's School of Shoemaking and Leather Ar...
CHICAGO — The Chicago Cubs unveiled the first sensory room for fans at Wrigley Field. It's on the main concourse next to fan services. "I'm really proud to be part of this sensory inclusive mov...
CHICAGO — At Shriners Children's Chicago, the second annual field day may have come with a dose of rain outside, but the medicine for these children is worth it. "It's been amazing, we have ind...
CHICAGO — The Green City Market is open for 2024, marking 25 years in the city's Lincoln Park neighborhood. The market's opening came a month early, which was made possible by donors who helped...
https://wgntv.com/news/features/25-years-and-counting-green-city-market-open-for-2024/
CHICAGO — In the heart of North Side nightlife and culture, there will be a first in the history of Illinois. With bright colors and and an array of lights, Sway will be the state's first all-m...
https://wgntv.com/news/features/first-all-minority-owned-dispensary-set-to-open-in-illinois/
CHICAGO —Robots and drones were a big hit at a STEM camp on the city's West Side Saturday, that was a part of a program supporting children who have an incarcerated parent. "It's fun, it's exci...
It's not unusual to pick up a hobby when you hit retirement but for most, square dancing wouldn't make the top of the list. Yet at community centers all over the state, folks are rushing to the d...
https://wgntv.com/news/illinois/swing-your-partner-square-dance-is-sweeping-the-state/
CHICAGO — Gov. JB. Pritzker announced new training for members of the Illinois Prisoner Review Board in the wake of the controversy that led to the resignations of Board Chair Donald Shelton an...