David Pisor's Etta Collective faces severe financial struggles with diverse bankruptcies and a lawsuit for defaulting on a $2.5 million loan. Multiple locations have closed, leaving debts and legal issues.

Chicago Police Department announces a DUI Saturation Patrol in Englewood, focusing on impaired driving, speeding, and seat belt violations, with the use of a BAT Mobile Unit.

A 16-year-old boy is critically wounded after being shot in Chicago's Auburn Gresham neighborhood; the shooter is at large, and detectives are investigating.

DeWitt County's property assessment equalization factor remains at 1.0000, ensuring fair tax distribution among residents, as reported by the Illinois Department of Revenue.

A search is underway for Danna Gonzalez, a 9-year-old girl missing from Chicago, last seen with her mother, Lilia Luna. The police have issued a community alert for information.

Chicago is expected to experience a mix of rain and snow towards the week's end, with potential "slushy snow accumulations" near the Illinois-Wisconsin border. The NWS warns of hazardous road conditions and urges caution.

Flight attendants protested at Chicago's O'Hare and other airports for better pay and working conditions, as part of a nationwide action including the UK and Guam.

Chicago celebrates Fat Tuesday with paczki, a traditional Polish pastry, available across the city in various bakeries and grocery stores, offering an array of flavors for the holiday.

Chicago voters will decide on a "mansion tax" during the March 2024 primary to fund homelessness services by taxing real estate sales over $1 million.

The CDC is considering revising its COVID-19 isolation guidelines, potentially eliminating the five-day isolation period and instead basing isolation length on symptom status.

Governor JB Pritzker announces the 2024 Order of Lincoln laureates, recognizing notable figures for their contributions to community and professional achievement in Illinois.

Two people were hospitalized after a fire in a Tinley Park senior home; the blaze was put out by firefighter efforts and the cause is under investigation.

Chicago Public Schools plans to end its cleaning contract with Aramark, citing persistent cleanliness issues. The district aims to improve custodial services with increased management and new vendors.