True Value has filed for Chapter 11 and plans to sell its business to Do it Best Corp. The sale will support its independent stores and includes a "stalking horse" bid of $153 million.

St. Sabina Church reopens a vital food pantry in Auburn Gresham, promising fresh produce and social services, after Catholic Charities closed it due to costs.

The Chicago Police issued an alert about a series of home break-ins in the 14th District, seeking help to identify suspects last seen in a dented silver GMC van.

The article details multiple weather challenges that Chicago is facing, including rain, thunderstorms, and lake effect showers, with changing conditions throughout the week.

Cancer survivor Batbayar Tserendorj completed his second Chicago Marathon post liver transplant, inspiring many with his perseverance and health victory.

The Westfield Old Orchard Mall is set for redevelopment, replacing the defunct Bloomingdale's with apartments, new retail, and dining spaces, with community concerns about the level of affordable housing.

Jury selection began for Richard Allen's trial over the 2017 murders of two girls in Delphi, Indiana, with proceedings expected to last a month and costs over $4 million.

The Marquette Building in Chicago hosts an art installation to correct Native American narratives, featuring Potawatomi history and contributions, with involvement from artists like Chris Pappan.

Chicago's weather forecast includes scattered showers, potential thunderstorms, and sunny periods with fluctuating temperatures and windy conditions over the next several days.

The YWCA pool in Evanston is closed due to a Legionnaires' disease outbreak linked to its water system, with health officials advising exposed individuals to seek medical advice.

A 15-year-old was charged with felonies and a misdemeanor linked to robberies and aggravated battery on Chicago's transit system. Her identity is not disclosed due to her age.

The CTA has proposed a $2.1 billion budget for 2025 to maintain fares and enhance service, while facing a looming budget deficit when federal COVID-19 relief funds end in 2026.

Cook County's fiscal year 2025 budget proposal by President Preckwinkle focuses on equity, recovery, maintaining services without tax hikes or cuts, and incorporates strategic spending and planning for a robust economy.