A 41-year-old man died after his SUV struck a light pole on the 3300 block of W. Ogden Avenue in North Lawndale. Police say speed was a factor as detectives investigate.

Cool start Friday with a high near 61°F and light winds. Saturday warms into the 70s with gusts; showers and storms likely Tuesday.

Bill Morrison's new short stitches court‑ordered Border Patrol bodycam clips with neighbors' cellphone video to reconstruct a tense, warrantless arrest in Albany Park and reopen questions about Midway Blitz.

A federal wrongful‑conviction suit tied to ex‑detective Reynaldo Guevara was settled on the eve of trial; the agreement still needs a signed pact and City Council approval.

Morris Community High School broke ground on May 6 for a $67M addition that will connect detached buildings, add a courtyard and modernize classrooms.

Federal charges were filed after authorities say a Chicago man opened fire at U.S. Marshals executing a warrant in Gary. A hearing is scheduled for June 8.

Chicago-born Robert Prevost — Pope Leo XIV — is the first U.S.-born pope; Dolton bought his childhood home and locals are still reacting.

A longtime aide to Rep. Danny Davis has been indicted on federal charges alleging he collected more than $31,000 in pandemic unemployment benefits while on the job.

A 4-month-old was flown to a children's hospital after being found unresponsive at the House of Children in Woodstock; staff and paramedics stabilized the infant and the case is under investigation.

Chicago police warned drivers after a late‑April spree stripped airbags from dozens of Hondas and Acuras across West Side neighborhoods; detectives say tips could help.

Morning frost gives way to a blustery day. Scattered showers and isolated thunderstorms are possible this afternoon with gusty winds.

A 15-year-old from Buffalo Grove was found unresponsive near Fulton Market; police say a death investigation is pending autopsy results.

A South Elgin woman won $1 million after buying a $50 Illinois Lottery scratch-off at a Speedway; the retailer will collect a $10,000 selling bonus. The winner plans to travel and buy a house.