Montclare businesses are on alert after multiple burglaries, with the Chicago Police describing a suspect driving a gray BMW involved in various incidents.

CTA announces new Frequent Network bus service in Chicago, starting March 23, with buses running every 10 minutes on selected routes to improve reliability.

The Illinois State Treasurer invests $15 million in Republic of Poland Bonds, marking the office's first foreign bond investment and celebrating cultural ties with the Polish community in Illinois.

Chicago's weather will shift today with clouds and milder temperatures ahead of an overnight storm bringing rain and a chance of thunder. Conditions might lead to light wet snow on Wednesday, but a significant warm-up is expected next week.

A man was stabbed by an unidentified female at the Harold Washington Library in Chicago; he is in good condition, and the police investigation is ongoing.

A 39-year-old man was fatally shot in the head in Chicago's East Garfield Park neighborhood. No suspects have been detained, and police are seeking community tips.

Jesse Landers from Danville was convicted of first-degree murder in the stabbing of John Carmean after witnesses linked him to the crime. Attorney General Raoul expressed hope for closure.

The Chicago Police Department is searching for 25-year-old Herschell Lewis, last seen in the area of S. Aberdeen St., who requires medication and may be confused.

Chicago police responded to an armed person in South Chicago; the suspect with a knife advanced on an officer and was shot, critically injured, and taken to hospital. An investigation is underway.

Chicago Police warn of a series of armed and strongarm robberies in Lake View East and Gold Coast, advising vigilance post-tavern visits and during rideshare waits.

Illinois Attorney General Kwame Raoul warns of increasing ticket scams targeting consumers looking to attend spring and summer events, advising caution and verification of sellers.

Mayor Brandon Johnson is appointing Alderman Carlos Ramirez-Rosa as CEO of the Chicago Park District, with a focus on equitable community investment and tackling issues like homelessness.

Illinois law is non-retroactive on banning life sentences without parole for those under 21, affecting inmates like Cleodious Schoffner, convicted at 20 for a double murder as an accomplice and ineligible for relief despite judicial reforms.