Fern Hill’s latest filing for 23 S. Sangamon pulls a promised community center and instead proposes a 70‑unit condo building with four public restrooms and park storage.

Pilsen parents and community leaders are opposing a CPS–CTU agreement to make May 1 a ‘day of civic action,’ saying it threatens instruction and strains family supports.

Evidence consistent with gunfire was found near East Chicago Avenue Friday night; no victims were located and those detained were released.

Huron Consulting trimmed its West Loop office at 550 W. Van Buren, a move that underscores continued pressure on downtown Chicago's office market.

Organizers canceled Chicago’s Little Village Cinco de Mayo parade for a second straight year, saying fear of immigration enforcement has left families reluctant to gather. The decision deals another economic blow to neighborhood businesses.

Frost Advisory in central Cook County until 9 a.m. Monday. Sunny and cool today with highs near 50°F; much warmer Tuesday with gusty winds.

California sandwich chain Mendocino Farms will open its first Chicago-area suburban restaurant in Vernon Hills Tuesday at 10:30 a.m.; My Mendo sign-ups get a free entrée.

A Logan Square rideshare driver was robbed and his car stolen overnight; police say suspects fled in a white Nissan SUV and detectives are canvassing the area.

A Harvey woman was sentenced to 16 years after pleading guilty in the 2020 killing of Ryan Reed. Court records show the term will be served at 50% with credit for 1,214 days.

A 19-year-old Chicago man was charged in a March 2025 Austin shooting that seriously injured a 25-year-old. He was arrested in Schiller Park and faces a detention hearing Sunday.

Chicago police are searching for a man who allegedly tried to sexually assault a woman aboard a westbound Blue Line train between Cicero and Austin. Area Four detectives are seeking tips.

Interior renderings show preserved brick-and-beam units and a full amenity package for Oxxford Lofts, a 112-unit conversion at 1220 W. Van Buren.

A 31-year-old woman was shot during a scuffle with a security guard on E. 75th Street; detectives recovered a gun and are questioning the guard.