Chicago experienced a sharp temperature drop after an arctic front, with weekend weather turning much colder, bringing snow, strong winds, and dangerously low wind chills.

A series of burglaries targeting ATMs in Chicago prompted a police alert; offenders, described as wearing dark clothes and masks, forcefully entered multiple businesses.

The Chicago Plan Commission approved the 1901 Project, a $7 billion redevelopment of Chicago's West Side, featuring new entertainment venues and public spaces.

An off-duty Chicago detective tried to stop a domestic violence incident but was shot in the leg; the assailant committed suicide after fatally stabbing his estranged wife. Judge Nowinski, who granted the assailant pretrial release, faces criticism.

A 16-year-old has been charged with felony aggravated vehicular hijacking with a firearm after allegedly hijacking a car in December. The juvenile was arrested by Chicago police.

Chicago faces a sharp temperature drop with subzero wind chills after enjoying the warmest day of the year, with potential snow and gusty winds preceding the cold snap.

Illinois Attorney General Kwame Raoul sues energy supplier Spark Energy for deceptive practices, including enrolling customers without consent and false savings claims.

A security guard was injured by a sharp object after a basketball game at Niles North High School in Skokie, Illinois. The injuries were non-life-threatening.

Chicago Fire Department officials were caught covering up an incident where a supervisor was found asleep at the wheel, resulting in recommended penalties from the Inspector General's office.

Chicago Police issued a Community Alert seeking a dark sedan and its driver involved in a fatal hit-and-run on Chicago Avenue. Witnesses are urged to provide information.

Chicago Police seek public help to find 14-year-old Kamielle Taylor, missing since Jan 14. Described as 5'2", 185 lbs, with hazel brown eyes and red braids, she was last seen in a pink suit and green coat.

Two juveniles were arrested and charged with the attempted murder of an 18-year-old after a stabbing in Chicago.

Chicago faces unpredictable January weather, with cloudy skies, strong wind gusts, and scattered snow that could affect travel. Temperatures vary, with a drop expected after mild conditions, leading to icy and arctic air over the weekend.