The 17-year periodical cicadas are predicted to emerge this spring and bring their "melodious" sounds with them. We have what you need to learn about and share the invasion experience.
The 17-year periodical cicadas are predicted to emerge this spring and bring their "melodious" sounds with them. We have what you need to learn about and share the invasion experience.
Guilty or not, give our May mug shots a look. This information was supplied by law enforcement and describes recent arrests and charges. All defendants are presumed innocent.
Guilty or not, give our May mug shots a look. This information was supplied by law enforcement and describes recent arrests and charges. All defendants are presumed innocent.
A military drone, once mistaken for a UFO along DC highways back in June took flight off an air craft carrier. Photos courtesy/U.S. Navy and Northrop Grumman
A military drone, once mistaken for a UFO along DC highways back in June took flight off an air craft carrier. Photos courtesy/U.S. Navy and Northrop Grumman
Guilty or not, these strange mug shots are worth a look. This information was supplied by law enforcement and describes recent arrests and charges. All defendants are presumed innocent.
Guilty or not, these strange mug shots are worth a look. This information was supplied by law enforcement and describes recent arrests and charges. All defendants are presumed innocent.
Photos of the search for 2 suspects in the explosions near the finish line of the Boston Marathon on Monday that killed three people and wounded scores.
Photos of the search and capture of suspects in the explosions near the finish line of the Boston Marathon on Monday that killed three people and wounded scores.
PETA often finds unusual ways to get attention for their cause drawing onlookers and the media.
PETA often finds unusual ways to get attention for their cause drawing onlookers and the media.
SPRINGFIELD, Ill. (Associated Press) -
Illinois applications for unemployment benefits are now available online in Spanish and Polish.
Department of Employment Security officials say online applications are preferable to paper ones because of accuracy and efficiency.
The new translations come after other changes made to help people whose primary language is not English.
The agency converted key documents on its website last year to the four non-English languages most requested - Spanish, Polish, simplified Chinese and Russian.
Other translations are available when requested. The agency has had requests for more than 60 languages.
Thursday, May 16 2013 9:49 PM EDT2013-05-17 01:49:53 GMT
Mayor Emanuel will celebrate two years in office by unveiling "Elevate Chicago" on Thursday, a series of construction projects to improve Navy Pier and McCormick Place.
Mayor Emanuel will celebrate two years in office by unveiling "Elevate Chicago" on Thursday, a series of construction projects to improve Navy Pier and McCormick Place.
Monday, February 25 2013 1:41 PM EST2013-02-25 18:41:37 GMT
Just as Oscar host Seth MacFarlane set his sights on a variety of targets with a mixture of hits and misses, the motion picture academy spread the gold around to a varied slate of films.
Just as Oscar host Seth MacFarlane set his sights on a variety of targets with a mixture of hits and misses, the motion picture academy spread the gold around to a varied slate of films.
Wednesday, May 22 2013 8:53 AM EDT2013-05-22 12:53:15 GMT
Illinois' congressional delegation has asked President Obama to add 16 Illinois counties to the list of those eligible to receive disaster aid after last month's flooding.
Illinois' congressional delegation has asked President Obama to add 16 Illinois counties to the list of those eligible to receive disaster aid after last month's flooding.
On this week's Ask the Expert, Redfin real estate agent and local housing market expert Jenna Smith answered your questions about pre-financial crisis prices, a good time to buy and what "comps" are.
On this week's Ask the Expert, Redfin real estate agent and local housing market expert Jenna Smith answered your questions about pre-financial crisis prices, a good time to buy and what "comps" are.
Yahoo is buying online blogging forum Tumblr for $1.1 billion as CEO Marissa Mayer tries to rejuvenate an Internet icon that had fallen behind the times.
After falling woefully out of fashion, Yahoo wants to be cool again while catering to the capitalistic demands of its shareholders. That goal led CEO Marissa Mayer to make a $1.1 billion bet on online blogging forum Tumblr...
A Chicago startup wants to make finding your lost items easier, with a new website and mobile app called "crowdfynd." Co-founders Jay Sebben and Pinaki Saha explained how they're helping relieve your anxiety.
A Chicago startup wants to make finding your lost items easier, with a new website and mobile app called "crowdfynd." Co-founders Jay Sebben and Pinaki Saha explained how they're helping relieve your anxiety.
Sunday, May 19 2013 11:50 AM EDT2013-05-19 15:50:06 GMT
One number in Saturday night's Powerball drawing was the difference for a dozen Illinois players between being $10,000 richer and living the life of a multi-millionaire - whose ticket was purchased in Florida.
One number in Saturday night's Powerball drawing was the difference for a dozen Illinois players between being $10,000 richer and living the life of a multi-millionaire - whose ticket was purchased in Florida.
Friday, May 17 2013 2:26 PM EDT2013-05-17 18:26:00 GMT
The Powerball jackpot has jumped again! An incredible $600 million is up for grabs, and officials expect it will increase even more before Saturday night's drawing.
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The Powerball jackpot has jumped again! An incredible $600 million is up for grabs, and officials expect it will increase even more before Saturday night's drawing.
Chicago born designer Samantha Sleeper is making a triumphant return home this weekend, to showcase her latest collection in the Gold Coast at her very own pop-up shop.
Chicago born designer Samantha Sleeper is making a triumphant return home this weekend, to showcase her latest collection in the Gold Coast at her very own pop-up shop.
Thursday, May 16 2013 9:49 PM EDT2013-05-17 01:49:53 GMT
Mayor Emanuel will celebrate two years in office by unveiling "Elevate Chicago" on Thursday, a series of construction projects to improve Navy Pier and McCormick Place.
Mayor Emanuel will celebrate two years in office by unveiling "Elevate Chicago" on Thursday, a series of construction projects to improve Navy Pier and McCormick Place.
Thursday, May 16 2013 1:51 PM EDT2013-05-16 17:51:56 GMT
The Chicago Farmer's Market opened for business in Daley Plaza on Thursday, offering fresh fruit, vegetables, plants and flowers to anyone who stops by the downtown set-up.
The Chicago Farmer's Market opened for business in Daley Plaza on Thursday, offering fresh fruit, vegetables, plants and flowers to anyone who stops by the downtown set-up.
