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Pope Francis, first Latin American pontiff who ministered with a charming, humble style, dies at 88

Pope Francis, history’s first Latin American pontiff who charmed the world with his humble style and concern for the poor but alienated conservatives with critiques of capitalism and climate change, died Monday. He was 88.

‘We do love him’: Local Catholic leaders react to the death of Pope Francis

Fermilab welcomes first two baby bison of the season

The Tri-State, Route 53, the Kennedy, oh my — What to expect on this year’s road construction menu

Niece of man killed by Carol Stream police gets pretrial diversion for threat

Political newcomer outraised U.S. Rep. Schakowsky in 9th District last quarter, records show

Wheaton school librarian steps up with life-changing generosity

Traffic dispute leads to stabbing, attempted murder charge in Rolling Meadows

A Mount Prospect man was charged with attempted murder after a fight and traffic altercation in Rolling Meadows on Saturday.

Trader Thomas McCauley works on the floor of the New York Stock Exchange Monday.

Wall Street and the dollar tumble as investors retreat further from the United States

Wall Street weakened Monday as investors worldwide get more skeptical about U.S. investments because of President Donald Trump’s trade war and his criticism of the Federal Reserve, which are shaking the traditional order.

Georgia man facing federal charges for threatening West Chicago spiritual mission

A Georgia man is facing federal charges for threatening a spiritual mission based in West Chicago.

Anna Klimkowicz is leaving the board of education in the Palatine-Schaumburg High School District 211 — the largest high school district on the state — after 28 years.

‘A lifelong learner’: Klimkowicz reflects on 28 years with board of Illinois’ largest high school district

On the board of Illinois’ largest high school district, Anna Klimkowicz’s 28-year tenure has included everything from the internet’s impact on classroom learning to the Columbine tragedy’s influence on school security.

Jim Downing, field supervisor for Northwest Mosquito Abatement District, explains how the mosquito fogger sprayers work at their office in Hoffman Estates.

Should Cook County dissolve its four suburban mosquito abatement districts?

A new report from the Civic Federation calling for the elimination of four suburban mosquito abatement districts is gaining traction with some Cook County Board members after an inspector general’s investigation calls on leadership at one district to resign.

State Rep. Terra Costa Howard, D-Glen Ellyn, is calling for stronger homeschool laws following reporting about the state’s lax oversight.

Lombard mom among thousands of parents who oppose proposed homeschool legislation

A Lombard homeschooling mom of four and moderator of the DuPage County Homeschoolers Facebook group was one of thousands who protested at the State Capitol building.

From left, Mason, Levi and Jackson — the Epstein triplets — snuggle up during a quiet moment. With two toddlers also in the mix, the Epstein family relies on routine and teamwork to keep up. Stephanie estimates they go through 25-30 diapers daily and clean about 20 bottles daily.

Five boys in three years: Long Grove mom delivers rare set of spontaneous triplets

A team at Advocate Children’s Hospital successfully delivered spontaneous triplets — Levi, Jackson and Mason — born to Stephanie Epstein of Long Grove. Two of the boys are identical twins, while the third is fraternal — a rare and more complex type of triplet pregnancy.