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Disability groups and two Chicago residents filed a federal suit June 11 aiming to stop Illinois’ new medical aid‑in‑dying law, saying it discriminates against disabled people.
Weather & Environment in ...
Sunny, breezy Friday with highs near 80°F. Scattered, possibly severe thunderstorms could arrive Saturday night.
Crime & Emergencies in ...
A 24‑year‑old is accused of taking part in multiple predawn smash‑and‑grab burglaries that targeted video‑gaming terminals across Chicago’s west and southwest suburbs.
ICE detained a man near Los Portales in Chicago Heights, spooking customers and prompting rapid‑response volunteers to mobilize.
Transportation & Infrastructure in ...
Senators Durbin and Duckworth urged DOT to extend federal funding for the long‑promised Chicago–Quad Cities Amtrak line ahead of a July 31 deadline.
Real Estate & Development in ...
Prada’s four‑story Oak Street flagship at 30 E. Oak St. is being marketed for sale, putting a high‑profile Gold Coast storefront on the block.
Aurora police arrested 29-year-old Hector C. Barillas after a search of an Evans Avenue home turned up a stolen Glock, a rifle, suspected drugs and drug-distribution items. He now faces eight felony counts, police say.
A man was found stabbed at the Jefferson Park CTA terminal late Wednesday and remains in critical condition at Lutheran General, police say.
Greystone sued to seize a 68‑unit Bronzeville building after a loan that began at $15.4M ballooned past $19.4M; lenders want a receiver and a fast judicial sale.
Retail & Industry in ...
Armitage Avenue is drawing national and premium brands while nearby corridors show mixed results; market data and a new Rhone shop highlight the shift.
Severe storms are likely across Chicago Thursday, June 11, 2026, with gusty winds and an elevated tornado risk this evening. Expect heavy downpours and travel disruptions.
High-performance Chevrolets were damaged or taken from a Holiday Inn parking lot in Joliet; one Corvette was recovered after a Dolton crash and police are seeking tips.
A rare 9.16‑acre Geneva Lake estate with 160 feet of shoreline has quietly listed for about $11 million, becoming the area's top active listing. The parcel is being marketed by Compass' Lake Geneva office.
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