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A Chicago ride-share driver was stabbed in the head by a female customer on Michigan Avenue and is now hospitalized but in good condition. The suspect fled, and no arrests have been made.
Vernon Edwards from Chicago faces eight felony burglary charges for a series of business break-ins in the 8th and 9th Districts, with his court date set for today.
Kwame Raoul, along with other state attorneys general, filed a federal antitrust lawsuit against the NCAA challenging its one-year transfer rule for college athletes.
A Chicago man received an 11-year prison sentence for illegally possessing a firearm while trafficking fentanyl and cocaine. Thomas L. Gates had prior felonies and was caught during a patrol in Old Town.
Transportation & Infrastructure in ...
The CTA's "Refresh & Renew" program improved 30 rail stations with upgrades like LED lighting, painting, and repairs, all within the $6.5 million budget.
Real Estate & Development in ...
Salesforce Tower Chicago has changed the city's skyline and office landscape, emphasizing collaboration spaces and flexibility in response to the pandemic's impact on work habits.
Politics & Govt in ...
Judge Carlson calls for a special prosecutor after Leroy Devine was mistakenly released and not re-arrested despite a court order, highlighting issues within the Will County justice system.
A man was fatally shot early Thursday near a CTA station in Chicago's West Loop. No arrests have been made yet, and local violence concerns are rising.
22 state attorneys general, led by Illinois AG Kwame Raoul, have filed an amicus brief challenging Mississippi's law that permanently disenfranchises people with felony convictions.
A woman was fatally struck by a SUV in Chicago's River North neighborhood. The driver lost control, hitting the pedestrian on the sidewalk. No citations are issued yet as the investigation continues.
A man died after his SUV crashed into poles in Chicago's Northwest Side. The accident, which occurred around 2 a.m. on West Fullerton Avenue, is under investigation by Area Five detectives.
Brian Snyder is charged with conspiracy to commit robbery targeting armored trucks and ATMs in Chicago's suburbs as detailed in a federal court complaint.
Residents affected by Chicago's September floods have until January 19, 2024, to apply for federal aid from FEMA for property damages, with various ways to register for assistance.
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