Feeling brave? Here are 10 haunted houses to visit across the Chicago area

NBC Chicago (Local) 10/17 8:46A NBC Chicago Staff

The Chicago area has plenty of haunted houses - from the city to the western suburbs and more.

Chicago officer involved in off-duty Little Village shooting relieved of police powers, CPD says

ABC Chicago 10/17 7:19A Tre Ward

A Chicago police officer involved in an off-duty shooting that left two men hurt has been relieved of police powers, CPD officials said.

Chicago police searching for vehicle involved in pedestrian hit-and-run crash in West Englewood

ABC Chicago 10/17 7:19A WLS

Chicago police are searching for a vehicle that they say was involved in a hit-and-run crash that critically injured a pedestrian on the city's South Side.

Cause of death revealed for wrestler 'Pac,' who died after AEW competition in Chicago area

ABC Chicago 10/17 7:19A WLS

A cause of death has been revealed for Benjamin Satterley, an English-born wrestler known for high-flying moves that delighted fans worldwide. He died last month at the age 40 after an AEW competition in the Chicago area.

Drive-by shooter injures 4 people as they leave building in Little Village, police say

ABC Chicago 10/17 7:19A WLS

A drive-by shooter injured four people on the city's Southwest Side on Friday night, Chicago police said.

'No Kings' protests happening across Chicago area Saturday ahead of midterms

ABC Chicago 10/17 7:19A WLS

The "No Kings" movement returns to the Chicago area on Saturday ahead of the November midterms.

4 injured in Little Village shooting, Chicago police say

NBC Chicago (Local) 10/17 5:16A Matt Stefanski

The youngest of the four victims, a 19-year-old man, was shot in the arm and listed in good condition.

Fundraising gap grows in Chicago mayoral race as Johnson trails rivals

ABC Chicago 10/16 7:54P Craig Wall

With the mayoral election less than four months away, new fundraising reports show a stark divide between candidates with major financial backing and those struggling to keep pace.

Voting open for 6 finalists to name giant rock found at O'Hare airport

ABC Chicago 10/16 7:54P WLS

Voting is open to pick between six finalists to name a giant rock that was found at Chicago's O'Hare airport.

Chicago International Film Festival's 'Physical Media Fair' to celebrate DVDs, Blu-rays, vinyl,...

ABC Chicago 10/16 7:54P Hosea Sanders

The Chicago International Film Festival is underway, and it is launching an amazing new experience this weekend. "The Physical Media Fair" is all about DVDs, Blu-rays, vinyl and all those formats that are making a comeback.

Chicago comptroller discusses efforts to address disputed water bills as residents seek relief

ABC Chicago 10/16 7:54P Jason Knowles

Chicago's Department of Finance comptroller is speaking publicly for the first time about disputed water bills that some residents say are erroneous and, in some cases, total tens or even hundreds of thousands of dollars.

Chicago school board president candidates face parents' questions on budget, student support

ABC Chicago 10/16 7:54P Jasmine Minor

With less than three weeks until voters choose a Chicago Board of Education president, candidates faced a room full of Chicago Public Schools parents during a forum focused on a range of issues.

Women in electrical industry tackle affordable housing project in West Pullman

ABC Chicago 10/16 7:54P Evelyn Holmes

On Chicago's Far South Side, there are sounds of progress that are driving a powerful mission to build affordable housing while tearing down barriers to homeownership.

Making Strides Against Breast Cancer walk to be held this weekend

ABC Chicago 10/16 7:54P WLS

The Making Strides Against Breast Cancer fundraiser walk will be held Saturday in Chicago.

ABC7 Sports Overtime with Dionne Miller: Oct. 16, 2026

ABC Chicago 10/16 7:54P Dionne Miller

On the latest ABC7 Sports Overtime, Dionne Miller discussed the Chicago Bears hoping to have Caleb Williams back to turn things around, as well as a recap of an impressive season for the White Sox.