Thirteen people who were in direct contact with the rabid dog have started post-exposure treatment and had not displayed any symptoms, as of Dec. 23.

After a very "gray Christmas" in the Chicago area, it appears a big change in weather is coming to town. Christmas Day started off with morning fog before temperature highs are expected to reach near 40 degrees or higher for some.

Chicago faces potential first-ever municipal shutdown as Mayor Brandon Johnson weighs vetoing budget over corporate tax dispute with city council.

From Chicago's Pope to hot dog giveaways, here's a look back at some of the moments in 2025 that could only happen in Chicago.

The Chicago Bears effectively clinched the NFC North crown with a win over the Green Bay Packers last week. Chicago's victory also guaranteed a Merry Christmas for one Houston-area business. Manuel Rojas is the founder of Foam Party Hats and specializes in creating and distributing novelty,

Chicago Mayor Brandon Johnson will not sign nor veto a city council backed budget for 2026, he said on Tuesday, meaning the spending plan will go into effect without his endorsement. The decision comes about one week before the deadline to avoid a possible government shutdown.

While much of the city is quiet on Christmas Day, Chicago's Chinatown buzzes with tradition, food and family. While Christmas isn't traditionally a holiday for many families in the neighborhood, Chinatown is very much alive with packed restaurants, open shops and visitors filling the streets.