Chicago enjoys sunny weather with a high of 72 degrees, light breeze, and elevated morning fog risk in rural areas. A high swim risk advisory is issued for Lake Michigan this weekend.

Cook County allocated $3.6 million in grants to assist 40 cannabis entrepreneurs from areas historically affected by drug law enforcement, aiming to support their business development and operations.

The BBB warns of a rise in investment scams, particularly involving cryptocurrency, urging caution and skepticism among investors against promises of high returns with low risk.

A 56-year-old man died after a stray bullet struck him in his home in West Woodlawn, Chicago. No suspects have been detained, and investigations continue.

Cook County Board has approved a new property tax incentive to boost semiconductor and microchip manufacturing, aligning with the Illinois MICRO Act to foster innovation and economic growth.

Katrail Bridges was sentenced to over seven years in federal prison for participating in electronics store robberies after being convicted of conspiracy to commit robbery.

Chicago police are searching for 4-year-old Riley Batts, last seen wearing a pink shirt and blue jeans. She may be with her mother, Jaasia K. Riley. Public assistance is requested.

Chicago faces a week of heavy rains and thunderstorms with risks of flooding and limited beach access due to high swim risks and potential waterspouts on Lake Michigan.

Chicago ends its use of ShotSpotter technology as its contract expires, with Mayor Johnson choosing not to renew it amidst debates on public safety strategies.

A 15-year-old boy was critically injured in a Gage Park shooting on Chicago's South Side; the incident happened near an elementary school, and the suspects are still at large.

An 11-year-old boy was hospitalized with minor injuries after being hit by a car in Chicago's Englewood area; the driver remained at the scene and wasn't cited.

The National Weather Service forecasts storms in Chicago with rain and a high swim risk on Lake Michigan, transitioning to sunny conditions midweek before potential showers return for the weekend.

A 29-year-old man was killed in a shooting in Chicago's Washington Park neighborhood; the perpetrators fled, and police are investigating without any arrests so far.