The FTA threatened to withhold funding from the Chicago Transit Authority unless safety is improved, following violent incidents on CTA property, including an assault on a bus rider.

A repeat offender was ordered jailed after prosecutors say he attacked a cardiologist in a Northwestern Memorial elevator, leaving her with facial and head injuries.

A Chicago man tied to a Nov. 21 Kenosha homicide had a felon-in-possession charge dismissed minutes into a Kenosha hearing; prosecutors plan to refile in Racine County.

Chicago faces a wintry mix of weather, with rain turning to snow and gusty winds up to 40 mph. Commuters are warned of challenging conditions, and colder temperatures with more snow are expected.

Chicago Mayor Brandon Johnson is working to prevent a government shutdown amid budget stalemate, willing to negotiate on corporate head tax after unsuccessful weekend talks.

FBI Chicago is offering $10,000 for information leading to Gary "Bird" Luellen's arrest. Authorities say he's wanted in a violent 2023 carjacking spree.

Gretchen Baker will take charge of the Chicago Botanic Garden on March 16, 2026, succeeding Jean Franczyk. Baker arrives from the Carnegie Museum with a background in exhibitions and public engagement.

A woman died and another was injured after their sedan hit a parked car and a semi-truck in Chicago’s Logan Square. The driver survived; the semi driver was unharmed. The crash led to street closures and bus reroutes. An investigation is underway.

Chicago police posted a missing-person alert for 33-year-old Elizabeth Bartolo, last seen Nov. 24 in the 4700 block of S. Hermitage Ave; investigators say she may need medical attention.

George Cardenas is battling a petition challenge that left his campaign short of the valid signatures needed to qualify for the March ballot.

At the Lincoln Park Builders forum, developers said 2026 deals will hinge more on policy and neighborhood gaps than a modest dip in mortgage rates.

Chicago is experiencing chilly weather with a mix of clouds and possible snow, with NOAA predicting a gradual warming trend into the week with temperatures reaching around 40 degrees by Tuesday.

Two men were shot in the Austin neighborhood on the 4800 block of W. Gladys Avenue; both were taken to Loretto Hospital and listed in fair condition.