A lawsuit by the EEOC accuses Admiral Theatre dance club of sexual and racial discrimination, alleging a hostile work environment for female and Black dancers.

A vehicle crash in Chicago's Far South Side resulted in an SUV hitting a liquor store, injuring two people. The incident involved a sedan running a traffic light and hitting the SUV. Traffic citations are pending against the sedan's driver.

Three individuals were shot at a red light in Chicago's South Shore; two men are in critical condition and a woman is in fair condition. No arrests have been made.

Jose Ortiz-Perez is charged with vehicular hijacking in Woodstock, Illinois, and awaits a detention hearing. The incident involves a 40-year-old victim.

Chicago Police announce a DUI Saturation Patrol in Austin District to curb impaired driving, with an emphasis on alcohol and drug detection and other traffic offenses.

The USPS is distributing free at-home COVID-19 tests through a government platform, with rapid 30-minute results, irrespective of symptoms or vaccination status.

Chicago's Asador Bastian earns NYT acclaim for unique Spanish Asador steakhouse dining, featuring specialties like Galician beef and inventive dishes.

The U.S. Senate unanimously passed a resolution honoring Wadee Alfayoumi, a victim of an alleged hate crime, and condemned discrimination and hate crimes.

Illinois Treasurer Michael Frerichs announced the return of $13.2 million in unclaimed property to 140,000 residents via automatic checks, with most values between $50 to $100, as part of the Enhanced Money Match program.

A Texas trucking company owner received a 25-year prison sentence for running a drug trafficking operation that distributed heroin and cocaine from Mexico to Chicago.

Chicago Mayor Brandon Johnson announced nearly $7 million in federal grants for job training, focusing on underserved communities and sectors such as manufacturing and construction.

Chicago's fall bridge lifts for boat passage will continue till November 13, scheduled on Wednesdays and Saturdays, impacting major streets and requiring meticulous synchronization.

McCormick Place Lakeside Center finished installing bird-safe films on its windows to prevent bird deaths, following a past incident of mass casualties during migration season.