Under the Safe-T-Act, Illinois became the first state to eliminate cash bail. Critics claimed the change would make the streets unsafe. Now, six months after the some of the law’s changes took effect, WGN Investigates spoke with experts and prosecutors to gain a better of understanding of the new system that determines who goes free [...]
An off-duty St. Louis City police officer is recovering Wednesday morning after being shot overnight while confronting suspects who were allegedly breaking into cars, including his vehicle.
Local businesses like the Chocolate Chocolate Chocolate Factory are spending extra time making sure that locals will have an extra sweet Valentine’s Day.
The 2024 Mardi Gras season has officially come to an end, and the season of Lent is upon us. St. Louisans soaked up their final Fat Tuesday celebrations and prepared for the start of Lent.