Chicago is set to experience unsettled weather, including severe thunderstorms with hail, high winds, and a limited tornado risk, as forecasted by the National Weather Service.

Illinois distributed $4 million in grants to 165 fire departments and ambulance services for new equipment, benefiting from the state's Small Equipment Grant Program.

ComEd introduced two new EV charging stations in Chicago's Bronzeville as part of a $3 million pilot project aiming to increase charging access in underserved areas.

Democratic Party struggles to find a Cook County Clerk replacement following Karen Yarbrough's death, as 17 candidates apply for the position, with Cedric Giles favored for the interim role.

The U.S. EPA awards Illinois $156 million to expand solar energy programs in underserved areas, funded by the Inflation Reduction Act as part of the $7 billion Solar for All initiative.

The Illinois Department of Revenue has confirmed a stable property assessment equalization factor of 1.0000 for DuPage County, ensuring uniform property value assessments and fair tax distribution.

Autopsy results confirmed Dexter Reed was shot 13 times by police in Chicago's Humboldt Park after a traffic stop escalated, with an officer also wounded.

Chicago's Grand Crossing area faces a wave of vehicle thefts, with incidents reported by the CPD between April 11-21, prompting community alerts and safety advisories.

Northwestern University students have pitched tents in protest, demanding that the school cut ties with companies supporting Israel and opposing policies they view as supportive of ethnic cleansing in Gaza.

Three Chicago bars were named in the "50 Best Bars in North America" list, with Kumiko, Meadowlark, and Best Intentions featured, reflecting the city's vibrant nightlife.

The Chicago Police Department has issued an alert after a series of armed robberies occurred across several districts, with suspects using a vehicle and firearms to steal valuables.

The Art Institute of Chicago counters New York prosecutors' allegations of Nazi looting, defending its ownership of an Egon Schiele watercolor with a detailed legal filing.

Illinois is dedicating $9 million to community development, benefiting 14 communities with housing rehabilitation as announced by Governor Pritzker and the DCEO.