Dutch Bros will open a drive‑thru at the northwest corner of Meacham and Biesterfield as part of a new ice‑arena redevelopment. Officials say the shop and a Culver’s are slated to arrive later this year.

A 23-year-old man was arrested and charged with first-degree murder after a Sept. 20 hit-and-run on W. 21st Place that killed a bicyclist, police say.

Cool Saturday gives way to a sharp warm-up Sunday and an unsettled start to the week. Gusty winds and scattered storms are possible.

Washington Elementary parents say District 65 left them 'flying blind' after indictments of two former employees on child‑sex charges.

Hyderabad‑born Dumont Creamery & Cafe is headed to Naperville’s Block 59, marking the brand’s first Illinois location and a mid‑to‑late July target date. Franchisees say the dessert‑led cafe will pair scoops with coffee, shakes and bubble tea.

A 22-year-old was arrested after a Nov. 22 Belmont Cragin shooting left a 29-year-old man in critical condition. Police say charges have been filed.

A realistic‑looking water gun tied to a 'senior assassin' prank prompted a brief lockdown at Dundee Highlands Elementary and led to an 18‑year‑old's arrest.

The former Salesforce offices at 111 W. Illinois are becoming 111 Point: 153 apartments with high‑end finishes, Peloton facilities and a coworking lounge. Move‑ins begin May 22.

A welfare check in Highwood ended with an officer shooting a man who allegedly pointed a gun; authorities say the weapon appeared to be a replica and an autopsy is scheduled.

A 68‑acre Crete horse farm approved for a men’s recovery campus is ready to build but organizers say they still need public and private funding. The group is pressing opioid‑settlement and county grant dollars.

The family of Felicea Williams says Evanston violated FOIA by withholding police body‑cam footage after a Nov. 23, 2023 encounter that left her in a coma. They’ve filed suit to force release of video and records.

A private investor paid $41M for the 21,565‑square‑foot retail condo at 500 N. Michigan on the Magnificent Mile. The package includes Bank of America and Chick‑fil‑A.

At least three people were shot at Joliet’s Larkin Village Apartments; victims were taken to a hospital and authorities say the investigation is ongoing.