Park Forest trustees approved a roughly $10 million overhaul of the Aqua Center, delaying a full reopening until 2027 and outlining a phased plan that preserves lap swimming. Officials say state sign‑offs and bidding will determine when work actually starts.

Mayor Katrina Thompson of Broadview declared a civil emergency due to threats linked to ICE protests, leading to a virtual board meeting and continuing tension.

A CFD safety video shows how a deep‑fryer can go from tasty to terrifying in seconds. Officials and safety agencies urge safer alternatives and strict precautions.

Five Hyde Park storefronts were broken into overnight; Area One detectives are investigating multiple burglaries along East 55th and East 56th streets.

The Canadian Pacific Holiday Train with live music and charity focus, and Metra's popular Holiday Train tickets go on sale, both bringing festive cheer to the Chicago area.

A 54-year-old woman was shot at a CTA bus stop on West 63rd Street Monday night; police say three suspects fled in a red SUV and no arrests have been made.

Chicago business owners are on high alert after a series of robberies in the Loop, with police issuing a community alert about related incidents involving thefts under the guise of asking for water.

A Markham man is charged with aggravated criminal sexual abuse of a juvenile girl at an Oak Forest gas station. He was arrested hiding behind dumpsters and is to appear in court on December 5.

Mayor Johnson stands by his corporate tax plan to help bridge Chicago's $1.9 billion budget gap despite City Council members' concerns over its impact on businesses.

A self‑funded Chicago Architecture Center report argues stadiums should be planned as neighborhood anchors, not one‑off projects. It pushes ISFA reform and long‑range dealmaking.

Two men were assaulted overnight on Chicago’s Near West Side; one victim says one attacker wielded an axe. Both were taken to Stroger Hospital and are in stable condition.

A Riverwalk vendor says Chicago ignored its own rules in awarding a kiosk; FOIA files and a lawsuit have raised transparency concerns. The dispute could reshape how Riverwalk leases are handled.

Chicago Police alert about a series of garage burglaries in the 9th District, advising residents to secure their properties and report suspicious activities.