Community

Local community news, events, and neighborhood updates.

Jack's Pumpkin Pop Up on Goose Island

24/7 LiveChicago & Suburban Cook Co.North SuburbsWest SuburbsSouth SuburbsNW Indiana COMMUNITY & EVENTSJack's Pumpkin Pop Up on Goose IslandByABC7 Chicago Digital Team Tuesday, October 27, 2026 9:47PMExpert pumpkin carver Ethan Anderson shows off his Stitch design.CHICAGO (WLS) -- Halloween is...

Mark Thompson

Advertisement · Why this ad?

Forensic scientist examining DNA evidence in a laboratory setting.

NewCommunity•1h

Utah authorities are connecting serial killer Ted Bundy to another 1970s homicide

In a chilling twist of fate, Utah authorities have linked notorious serial killer Ted Bundy to the 1974 murder of a 17-year-old girl, Melissa Ann Smith, whose cold case has haunted the community for decades. The connection, revealed through advanced DNA testing, sheds light on a dark chapter of...

Read story →

Community•2h

FBI searches California home tied to Eric Swalwell probe

The Federal Bureau of Investigation (FBI) reportedly searched a California home tied to its current investigation into former Rep. Eric Swalwell (D-Calif.).

Read story →

Community•2h

Dollar General is sued by the FTC and 20 states for what's being described as deceptive pricing

24/7 LiveChicago & Suburban Cook Co.North SuburbsWest SuburbsSouth SuburbsNW Indiana Dollar StoreDollar General is sued by the FTC and 20 states for what's being described as deceptive pricingThe Federal Trade Commission is suing the bargain chain Dollar General for what it says are "long-running...

Read story →

Community•2h

Freight train looted on West Side; BNSF services delayed, Metra says

BNSF service continued after hours of disruption during the morning commute due to police activity, Metra said Tuesday.

Read story →

Community•2h

Dutch zookeeper dies after leopard attacks her in the animal's enclosure

An investigation is underway to determine why the woman was in the enclosure with the leopards.

Read story →

Community•3h

Cause of death revealed for 'Office Space' actor Richard Riehle: Reports

Richard Riehle, whose prolific acting career dates back to the 1970s, died earlier this month.

Read story →

Community•3h

FBI serves search warrant tied to Eric Swalwell investigation at mansion in Beverly Hills

The FBI served a search warrant at a mansion in Beverly Hills Tuesday morning, reportedly in connection with an investigation into former Rep. Eric Swalwell. The home belongs to billionaire Stephen Cloobeck, who Swalwell was staying with earlier this year.

Read story →

Community•4h

Driver killed, 1 other hurt after crashing into tree, Rolling Meadows police say

Rolling Meadows police are investigating a deadly crash on Tuesday morning.

Read story →

Community•4h

1 dead in shooting involving FBI agent in Pilsen, officials say

One person has died in a shooting involving an FBI agent in Chicago's Pilsen neighborhood on Monday afternoon, officials said.

Read story →

Community•4h

Morton Arboretum hosts native tree and shrub giveaway in Joliet

The Morton Arboretum Chicago Region Trees Initiative will hand out free native trees and shrubs Friday in Joliet.The event is 10 a.m. to 1 p.m. in the Building L parking lot at Joliet Junior College, 1215 Houbolt Road. Those who come can also volunteer to help plant 20 native trees at JJC “to...

Read story →

Community•4h

Wilmington church begins cake decorating class for kids

Grace Lutheran Church in Wilmington has started a cake decorating class for children ages 8 to 14 years old. Jennifer Dicosola, owner of Sweet Treats Boutique in Wilmington, came in and showed the children how she makes the cake pops at a recent class. Each child made two different kinds of cake...

Read story →

Community•4h

What to do if poll workers say you aren't registered to vote

You may be able to update your registration or cast a provisional ballot.

Read story →