Lockwood defaulted on a $44.2M loan tied to the MetroSouth redevelopment, putting the 12.5‑acre Blue Island campus at risk of foreclosure. Court filings name the lender and set a June hearing.

Windfall Group is converting 174 N. Michigan Ave into Pacifica on Michigan, leasing space to Genki, Kanpai Hot Pot and Velvet Taco with openings targeted for 2026–27.

Jefferson Park’s Paterno's Pizza was sold to the Patel family, but the Paternos and longtime staff will stay on to preserve the menu and neighborhood feel.

Two Joliet residents were arrested for stealing Funko Pop figurines valued at $5,000. They entered an apartment under false pretenses and were apprehended shortly after fleeing. Charges include robbery and residential burglary.

Two people were stabbed on a Chicago CTA Red Line platform; police are investigating with no arrests made. The Federal Transit Authority has criticized CTA's safety measures.

An Illinois Lottery player won $1 million in the Lucky Day Lotto after matching five numbers in the Jan. 4 evening draw. The winning play was purchased online.

A 58-year-old woman was found dead aboard a CTA L train in Rogers Park Monday; Area 3 detectives are investigating. The CTA said service was briefly affected around Howard.

Atomic Hospitality is now operating VU Rooftop at McCormick Place, has made soft menu and ambience tweaks and installed James Beard winner Debbie Gold to lead the kitchen.

Four people were detained after a pre-dawn burglary at a Downers Grove sub shop; two suspects remained at large after a chase along I-355. Local police and neighboring agencies searched the area.

A 16-year-old was shot early Monday in Auburn Gresham and walked to St. Bernard Hospital. Police say he's in good condition and Area Two detectives are investigating.

Chicago police alert public after an armed robbery on the CTA Blue Line, urging vigilance and prompt reporting.

A woman and man were shot while driving in Chicago's McKinley Park neighborhood; the woman is critical. No suspects are in custody, and tips are sought.

Chicago Police warn residents of armed robberies in Washington Park and West Woodlawn, with suspects forcibly taking victims' property and bank account access.