Calling President Donald Trump “inhumane” hardly applies when it is his responsibility to deal with people who disrespect our ...

When California's homeless problem was much worse, why L.A. fire victims may be feeling worse now and more big stories.

The surprising story, in words and pictures, behind the homeless crisis in Los Angeles — a tale of law enforcement, housing and economic crosswinds.

A new study finds promising early results from a program that tries to find and assist those most at risk of becoming ...

According to the nonpartisan health policy research organization KFF, federal Medicaid spending in Illinois is expected to be ...

With so many kids entering the system each year, one local nonprofit is exercising its mission to connect children with stable and loving homes, whether that's in foster care or through adoption. Dr.

Beneath the shadow of the bustling overpass on Chicago’s Near West Side, where Desplaines Street meets Hubbard, is an informal encampment residents call the “Chocolate Factory.” Jeremy Holomshek, ...

Ten inmates escaped from a New Orleans jail almost two months ago, and authorities have captured all but the man with the most violent rap sheet.