The Chicago Police issued an alert for missing 13-year-old Marrayalean Salgado, last seen June 13th in Chicago. She's white Hispanic, 5’02", and was wearing a black sweater and pants.

Chicago is set to enjoy dry and cool weather with sunny skies and a high of 79 degrees. The week ahead is expected to have similar temperate conditions with a limited chance of showers.

Nurses at UI Health are set for a strike on August 19 over wages, staff-to-patient ratios, safety, and paid leave after contract negotiations stalled.

The last piping plover chick at Montrose Beach, Nagamo, began its migration south after its parents left, symbolizing hope for the endangered species.

A pedestrian was fatally struck by an SUV on South DuSable Lake Shore Drive in Chicago; the driver stayed on the scene, and an investigation is underway.

Mayor Brandon Johnson and the BACP have introduced a $21.5 million grant to help Chicago's small businesses and nonprofits recover from COVID-19 impacts.

Chicago Police seek individuals linked to a homicide in Albany Park and have issued a community alert with images of the suspects to aid the investigation.

Former Robbins Police Chief Carl Scott is indicted for aggravated battery and other charges following an alleged assault on a man at the police station.

Ellen DeGeneres has canceled her Chicago show scheduled for August 11, signaling she is "done" with show business. Fans attending her prior show must comply with a strict no-phone policy.

Robert Lewis, 21, was charged with the murder of 14-year-old RayJohn Harshaw in Chicago's Calumet Heights, including counts of first-degree murder and armed robbery.

Former Chicago Mayor Lori Lightfoot unveiled financial troubles in Dolton, including a $3.65 million general fund debt and unissued checks totaling over $6 million.

Illinois AG Raoul charges a Kane County man, Juan Jose Jaime Ramirez, with forgery and falsification on his FOID card application due to undisclosed felony convictions.

Chicago's Mayor proposes a city-owned grocery store to combat food deserts on the South and West sides, considering strategies like centralized distribution and shared staffing to make fresh food more accessible.