Allow us to introduce Mello — he is the KRIS 6 Pet of the Week. Mello is currently located at the City of Corpus Christi ...

Safety advocates said they responded to at least a dozen water rescues and possible drownings, including at Navy Pier, 63rd Street, Beach, and the Playpen.

The Chicago Fire Department responded to around 90 calls between the extreme heat and people in distress in the water, ...

North suburban Chicago rescue crews will hold a press conference on Monday morning to demand more funding for water rescue ...

A man was injured at Chicago's ‘Playpen’ near Lake Michigan and was transported to the hospital in stable condition; details ...

An extreme heat warning remains in effect across Cook County through Monday night, while heat advisories were issued for the surrounding collar counties.

Firefighters were busy on Lake Michigan again Sunday amid the blazing heat, responding to a boat fire near The Playpen close ...

A man was injured Saturday at Chicago's famous 'Playpen,' a popular summer boating destination. According to officials, the ...

Meet Calliope and Muffin, this week’s CVAS pets of the week. These are just two of the amazing animals residing at area ...

Local dignitaries, public officials and community members marked the opening of the Dream Play Yard with a ribbon-cutting ...

The Ohio County Animal Shelter has reopened after severe weather caused damage to the facility, but the animals are safe and donations of non-clumping litter, blankets, and cleaning supplies are ...