U.S. retail sales rose in October, with gains in auto and electronics sales, though some sectors dipped due to hurricanes. Consumer confidence remains high despite inflation as spending is forecasted to increase for the holiday season.

Francesco Rahe from the University of Chicago has been awarded a Rhodes Scholarship and plans to study classical Indian religions and translate Sanskrit texts at Oxford.

The Chicago Police seek help finding Mia Henry, 14, missing since November 13 near 2727 W Congress Pkwy. She is 5'3", 110 lbs, with black hair and brown eyes.

Chicago-area pastor Rev. Martin Marren has been reinstated after an investigation by DCFS and the Archdiocese found allegations of child sexual abuse unsubstantiated.

A car crash in Chicago's Archer Heights left a 19-year-old man dead and a 24-year-old SUV driver with a broken arm. Authorities are investigating the cause.

A missing Wisconsin man was found deceased in a car crash in Rosemont, with Illinois State Police confirming the identity as Benjamin Oberto, 45. Investigations are ongoing.

The forecast in Chicago predicts a cloudy week with chances of rain, a cool down in temperatures, and potential for snowflakes mixing with rain later in the week.

The IDNR has granted over $4,000 for Illinois students in grades 4-8 to visit state historic sites, enhancing their understanding of local history through field trips.

Lil Durk pled not guilty to federal murder-for-hire charges, with a trial set for January 2025. He's accused of involvement in gang-related violence through his label.

Chicago City Council unanimously rejected Mayor Johnson's $300 million property tax hike proposal without debate, signaling a push for alternative budget solutions.

Illinois health officials, including Dr. Sameer Vohra and Natalie Phelps Finnie, received flu and COVID-19 shots, starting a campaign for greater immunization ahead of the holiday season.

Attorneys general from 46 states, led by Kwame Raoul, urge the FCC to improve the Robocall Mitigation Database to block illegal robocalls.

Illinois AG Kwame Raoul has warned Chicago Mayor Brandon Johnson against cutting funds for police reform, citing serious legal concerns and the risk of non-compliance with a consent decree.