Deering residents are on alert after a series of January armed robberies in the 009th District, with a suspect described as a male in dark clothing, potentially in his 20s or 30s. Police are advising vigilance and seeking community assistance.

A man in Riverdale faces attempted murder charges for firing at Chicago police on the Far South Side. Antwan Dixon was arrested after the early-morning encounter; no injuries were reported. He'll appear in court on Friday.

Kenneth Courtright, a Minooka businessman, received a 7.5-year prison sentence for defrauding investors of $92 million through a website development scheme.

The Southern District of Illinois U.S. Attorney's Office collected over $3.4 million from criminal and civil actions in fiscal year 2023, with Jet Medical Inc. settling for $745,000 over migraine treatment device claims.

Pitchfork is being integrated into GQ after a performance evaluation and layoffs, including the exit of editor-in-chief Puja Patel. The Pitchfork website and Music Festival will continue, amidst broader media industry cuts.

A new field house is to be constructed at Jackie Robinson Park in Washington Heights, with amenities like a gym and fitness center, funded by a $15 million state grant.

A 25-year-old man was fatally shot early Thursday on the Eisenhower Expressway in Chicago; Illinois State Police are investigating. The incident caused morning traffic disruptions.

Bally's Chicago revises its hotel plan at the casino site due to underground city water pipes, moving away from the original 500-room high-rise design.

A federal jury convicts six O-Block gang members for racketeering and the murder of rapper "FBG Duck," with sentencing pending between August and September.

Chicago anticipates severe winter weather with expected snow, blowing snow, and extreme cold as advisories and warnings are issued. Travel is discouraged in areas like northeast Porter County due to whiteout conditions.

A fire broke out in a Chatham neighborhood home's attic, but all occupants escaped without injury before the Chicago Fire Department extinguished the blaze.

The Naperville Police Department is accepting applications for its Citizen Police Academy starting March 6, 2024, offering residents an inside look at law enforcement over 10 weeks.

Chicago rail agencies use gas-fed flames to thaw frozen switches and maintain train service during severe winter weather, with safety measures in place.