Coworkers Mistake $350K Lottery Win for $350 in Stunning Mix-Up
Two Illinois coworkers who played the lottery together for years initially thought they'd won $350, only to discover the jackpot was actually a life-changing $350,000 prize.
Two Illinois coworkers who played the lottery together for years initially thought they'd won $350, only to discover the jackpot was actually a life-changing $350,000 prize.
The iconic Chicago pizzeria that invented deep-dish pizza in 1943 is struggling with massive closures and declining sales as consumer preferences shift toward fast-casual dining options.
The Chicago Botanic Garden's 12th annual Orchid Show, themed 'Feelin' Groovy,' features thousands of orchids in vibrant 1970s-inspired installations, including a flower-filled yellow Volkswagen Beetle.
The Chicago Botanic Garden's annual Orchid Show opens, featuring over 10,000 vivid orchids, a 1970s-themed display, and rare species like Darwin's orchid, drawing 85,000 visitors.
Bethany MaGee, 26, has been discharged from Stroger Hospital in Chicago three months after being set on fire in a subway attack. The suspect, Lawrence Reed, faces terrorism and arson charges.
Alexis Trader charged with first-degree murder for the death of Nabil 'Captain Bill' Abzal, who was attacked after finding intruders on his yacht at DuSable Harbor.
A 26-year-old mother was fatally shot multiple times while sitting in a car with her baby in Chicago's Auburn Gresham neighbourhood. The horrific incident was captured on video.
A Chicago nurse's deleted TikTok video suggested letting ICE agents bleed out from leg wounds and called for MAGA supporters to be fired from healthcare roles, sparking widespread controversy.
Former congressman Jesse Jackson Jr. campaigns for his old House seat, framing his 2013 campaign fraud conviction as part of a redemption story while facing primary challengers.
Julius E. Burkes Jr. arrested for the fatal shooting of Courtney Drysdale during a robbery at her Chicago bar, with police praising community tips.
Julius E. Burkes Jr., 47, arrested for the execution-style killing of Courtney Drysdale, 30, at her Chicago bar. Police say she complied with demands before being shot twice.
Gregory Bovino, former Trump administration commander, refused ICE directives for targeted immigration operations in Chicago, opting for large-scale sweeps instead, according to newly obtained emails.
Chicago public health officials issue urgent warning about severe bacterial infection outbreak with seven confirmed cases and two fatalities. Symptoms escalate rapidly.
A pregnant mother in Chicago was brutally stabbed 70 times and her apartment set on fire after a dispute over a truck sold on Facebook Marketplace, with the teenage buyer charged with multiple offences.
Mayor Brandon Johnson directs Chicago police to investigate and document alleged illegal actions by federal immigration agents, escalating jurisdictional tensions.
Former Chicago Bears star Charles Tillman reveals he resigned from the FBI due to discomfort with Trump administration immigration raids in Chicago, prioritising principle over his law enforcement career.
Chicago's Primrose Candy Co., maker of nostalgic Coffee Nips, files for Chapter 11 bankruptcy with liabilities up to $50 million, citing foreign competition, lawsuits, and soaring sugar costs.
Chicago O'Hare Airport is forecast to overtake Atlanta as the world's busiest airport by scheduled flights in 2026, with a 13% year-over-year surge in operations.
A Chicago elementary school teacher has been placed on administrative leave after expressing support for ICE agents on Facebook, sparking fury in the predominantly Hispanic community and allegations of double standards.
Chicago's United Center will sell THC-infused beverages at concerts, with experts suggesting other venues may follow. The move raises questions about expansion to sports events and safety considerations.
The United Center in Chicago will become the first major US sports venue to offer THC-infused beverages during games and concerts from February, responding to growing demand for non-alcoholic alternatives.
Juan Espinoza Martinez, a Chicago carpenter and DACA recipient, was acquitted of murder-for-hire charges but immediately detained by immigration authorities, facing potential deportation.
Juan Espinoza Martinez, acquitted of plotting against a Border Patrol commander, has been detained by immigration agents. His case highlights tensions over enforcement in Chicago.
A Chicago carpenter acquitted of murder-for-hire charges has been detained by immigration authorities and faces deportation, highlighting tensions in immigration enforcement.
The US legal cannabis industry is collaborating with chefs to create innovative weed-infused foods like mustard, seeking new markets after a difficult 2025 marked by falling investment and regulatory hurdles.
Kristen Pierce-Sherrod, CEO of the iconic Chicago chicken chain Harold's Chicken, has passed away unexpectedly at age 55. The family announced her death but has not disclosed the cause.
Juan Espinoza Martinez found not guilty in Chicago after a short jury deliberation, dealing a blow to federal prosecutors in a high-profile immigration case.
A Chicago man has been found not guilty of plotting to kill a senior Border Patrol official via Snapchat messages, in a trial testing federal immigration crackdown credibility.
Longtime NBC Chicago sports journalist Mike Berman has been suddenly fired after a decade, as the station overhauls its sports department amid industry-wide challenges for local TV.
Federal jury deliberates fate of Juan Espinoza Martinez, accused of using Snapchat to offer $10,000 bounty on Border Patrol commander's life in Chicago immigration crackdown case.