A Chicago man, Jorge Mondragon-Bahena, was rearrested after evading arrest for Predatory Criminal Sexual Assault of a Minor and now faces additional charges of felony escape.

The Chicago Police Dept. is seeking information on Tamika Cross, missing since Jan 23. She is 5'3", 100 lbs, with tattoos. She was last seen in a gray jacket and hoodie.

A 12-year-old boy in Chicago was charged with aggravated vehicular hijacking with a firearm and attempted possession of a stolen vehicle after a carjacking incident.

Two Southwest Airlines pilots avoided a collision at Midway Airport by performing a last-second go-around when a Flexjet crossed the runway during their landing.

A 21-year-old Chicago woman died after a shooting at Mansion Live music venue in Stone Park. Her identity was confirmed as Zulma Pacheco from the Little Village neighborhood. The incident is under investigation.

Chicago will dye its river green for St. Patrick's Day on March 15; festivities include a parade and various events throughout the city, with viewing tips from NBC Chicago.

A 66-year-old woman was shot dead in a Lansing Walmart parking lot; police are investigating, no suspects detained.

Highland Park experienced a spree of nine business burglaries within 30 minutes, with five suspects using a stolen vehicle, according to officials and local news.

Former CEO of Honor Finance LLC, James Collins, was sentenced to four years in prison for fraud schemes costing $67 million. He admitted to federal mail and bank fraud charges. His accomplice, Robert DiMeo, awaits sentencing for related crimes.

The Chicago Police Department seeks the public's assistance in finding Maria Menchaca, a 49-year-old Hispanic female, missing since March 7th from South Michigan Avenue.

On the Border, a Tex-Mex restaurant chain, has filed for bankruptcy due to financial challenges from high inflation and shifting consumer dining habits. Despite closing 40 locations, 60 remain open as it seeks a sale of its assets.

Kenneth Dixon is charged with attempted murder and aggravated battery after a 2024 Chicago shooting that critically injured a woman. He was arrested on March 6, 2025.

Chicago resident Ashur Al Rahib won $1 million from a scratch-off ticket purchased at a West Ridge gas station, planning to invest in a local business and donate to his church.