MYSTERIOUS: Loop loc - What They Never Told You

Chicago dug 60 miles of freight tunnels under the Loop in 1899 and forgot them; in 1992, a damaged wall let the river in, and losses topped $1 billion

Chicago's forgotten freight tunnels were constructed to ease street congestion, acting as essential channels for coal and parcels. However, neglect set in, tarnishing their initial purpose. A pivotal moment came in 1992 when a structural failure led to severe flooding, revealing the dire need for strict infrastructure management. Now, only…

The Economic Times · Sep 25

Trump Accuses Chicago Leaders of Rejecting Federal Help as Downtown Shootings Leave 8 Wounded, 1 Dead

A tragic night in Chicago's Loop left one teenager dead and eight injured, as President Trump criticised local leaders for reportedly rejecting federal assistance amid rising concerns over the city's crime.

International Business Times UK · Nov 23, 2025

Man on parole for armed robbery charged in beating, robbery of woman on CTA Red Line train

The 61-year-old woman was found unresponsive aboard a train about 1:30 a.m. Thursday with cuts and bruises to her face, broken ribs and trauma to her body.

Chicago Sun-Times · Jan 8, 2024

Body pulled from Chicago River in the Loop

Officials responded about 9:50 a.m. to the area of North Michigan Avenue and East Wacker Drive.

Chicago Sun-Times · Dec 1, 2023

FBI offers $1,000 reward for information on Loop bank robbery attempts

The FBI is searching for a man wanted in multiple bank holdups in the Loop every three to four weeks since September. In one instance, he had a gun.

Chicago Sun-Times · Nov 29, 2023

Man stabbed on Loop CTA platform: CPD

It happened in the 100 block of North Clark Street about 3:30 a.m.

Chicago Sun-Times · Nov 28, 2023

Thousands flock to 89th annual Chicago Thanksgiving Parade on State Street in the Loop

The return of giant balloons after a five-year absence wows the crowds, and bright crisp weather, marching bands and Santa and Mrs. Claus kept spirits festive.

Chicago Sun-Times · Nov 23, 2023

Picture Chicago: 20 can’t miss Sun-Times photos

A Chicago firefighter died battling a blaze in Lincoln Park, several protesters demanding peace in Gaza were detained at the Ogilvie Transportation Center, and Hannibal Buress performed stand-up comedy and music as Eshu Tune at The Chicago Theatre.

Chicago Sun-Times · Nov 17, 2023

Person starts fire on L car in the Loop

Loop-bound Orange Line trains were temporarily stopped for nearly two hours overnight due to a fire aboard a train near the Harold Washington Library stop.

Chicago Sun-Times · Nov 11, 2023

Architect Daniel P. Coffey, whose work helped revive the Loop and reshaped the UIC campus, dies at 69

Coffey’s restoration of the Chicago Theatre and other venues contributed to the creation of Loop’s live theater district.

Chicago Sun-Times · Oct 25, 2023