Chicago attorney Adam Beckerink remains jailed on first-degree murder charges after his wife's death, with a history of domestic violence and bloodstains tracing the crime. Defense cites her drug use, but evidence supports the prosecution.

Mauro Mafrici is planning a new restaurant at the former Spiaggia space on the Magnificent Mile, with filings and social posts pointing to a 2026 opening.

Advocate Health has applied to build a nearly $100M comprehensive cancer center at Lutheran General in Park Ridge that would centralize outpatient oncology services. The filing says the center could be operational by the end of 2028.

Homewood-Flossmoor High School went into hard lockdown after a firearm was reported; officials say the weapon is now with police and an individual is in custody.

FOIA records show Chicago city and sister‑agency employees owe at least $23.5M in unpaid tickets, water bills and other fees. CTA and Chicago Board of Education staff carry big shares.

An Aurora man, Charles Walker, is detained without bail for leading police on a 107 mph chase in a stolen car and faces multiple charges, including a Class 2 felony.

A man in Chicago was critically injured in an attempted robbery when he was stabbed after refusing to give up his property. No arrests have been made yet.

Chicago tow truck driver Henry E. Solomon Jr. faces felony charges for vehicle thefts, marking a severe breach of public trust. He has pleaded not guilty.

Kyle Tucker has signed a $240 million, four-year deal with the LA Dodgers, with a $60 million average annual value and $30 million in deferred payments.

Chicago Police to increase patrols in the Near North District to deter impaired driving, with a DUI Saturation Patrol scheduled for January 17 from 6 p.m. to 2 a.m. They will also monitor speed and safety belt violations.

The Cook County Board approves funding for transportation upgrades, including road, sidewalk, and lighting improvements in Bellwood, Hillside, and Maywood.

A 41-year-old man was fatally shot in the neck in Chicago's North Lawndale neighborhood; no suspects are in custody, and police are seeking public assistance.

A 31-year-old woman was critically wounded after a drive-by on South Menard Avenue; investigators say no arrests have been made and the probe is ongoing.