A statue of Abraham Lincoln in Chicago's Lincoln Park was defaced with red paint and anti-colonial messages on Indigenous Peoples Day. No arrests have been made.

A man faces charges, including attempted first-degree murder, after an exchange of gunfire during an attempted robbery in Chicago's West Town neighborhood.

A man was shot in the back entering a gas station on Chicago's West Side, and no arrests have been made. He is in serious condition at Mt. Sinai Hospital.

The Chicago Police are seeking assistance in locating 11-year-old Jamiyah Embrey, who went missing from the South Shore area. She was last seen in a grey hoodie and white Crocs.

An Elgin man is charged with murder after a fatal stabbing, and his court appearance is set for October 24th. Authorities are investigating the incident.

Chicago Police issued an alert for 12-year-old Karai Terrell, who is missing from Woodlawn. He might need medical attention and was last seen in a white hoodie and washed jeans.

Dimo's Cafe in Lincoln Square is closing due to confusion over its new full-service format, despite initial excitement from the community. Owner Syrkin-Nikolau hints at a potential return to their traditional slice shop model.

Chicago Police warn of a series of armed robberies in 016th, 017th, 025th Districts, with suspects demanding items from lone individuals carrying bags or purses.

Agencies search for a boater missing in Lake Michigan, deploying a drone and involving multiple departments, but the search was suspended due to difficult conditions.

Two people died after an 18-year-old ran a red light in Chicago's Bronzeville, hitting their car. The collision happened near the Police Department Headquarters.

Chef Yanitzin Sanchez and Richard Vallejo are set to open Botanero, a new dining spot in Wicker Park offering Mexican food and an agave lounge with botanas and unique cocktails.

Chicago police are investigating a shooting involving an officer and a fleeing vehicle after a traffic stop. No officers were injured, and COPA is leading the inquiry.

A historic factory in Chicago's Lawndale neighborhood caught fire Friday night, with firefighters battling the blaze into the night. No cause or injuries reported.