Chicago hotels broke summer records with 3.56 million room nights booked, led by leisure travel, and supported 130,000 jobs. O'Hare Airport had record traffic, highlighting the city's strong tourism appeal.

A second woman in Chicago reports being randomly attacked, possibly by the same man responsible for earlier assaults near transit stations. Both victims are aiding in the public search for the assailant.

A new measles case in Cook County, potentially exposing Aldi shoppers, prompts health officials to urge MMR vaccine checks, following recent outbreaks and a national trend of cases.

Walmart commits to removing synthetic dyes and other additives from its store brands by 2027, responding to consumer demand for healthier and more natural food products.

Rockford man receives nine-year federal prison sentence for unlicensed firearm sales and possessing a gun with altered serial number.

Attorney General Kwame Raoul, alongside a coalition of 15 other attorneys general, opposes DHS's proposed limits on international student visas, citing potential harm to U.S. education and the economy.

DeKalb County Sheriff's deputies found two dead individuals during a wellbeing check in Sycamore; a person was detained after their vehicle was located. Schools were locked down briefly and the investigation continues.

COPA released video of Chicago police responding to a burglary at GameStop, showing suspects fleeing and an officer being struck by a car, then firing his weapon without hitting anyone. Officers are on desk duty amid the ongoing investigation.

Chicago Police seek help finding Karissa Caro, 43, missing since September 24, possibly in need of medical attention. She's 5'8", 200 lbs, with brown eyes and black hair.

A child was shot on the Bishop Ford Freeway in Chicago; authorities are investigating, with no suspects or motives yet disclosed. Traffic was affected but has reopened.

Cook County launches a $15 million Homeowner Relief Fund offering one-time $1,000 payments to residents facing property tax increases of at least 50% since 2021. Eligibility is based on income and household size, with applications opening soon.

A 6-month-old girl, Kloe Sophia Bastos Bastillos, was pronounced dead from multiple injuries due to child abuse in Englewood. Her death is ruled a homicide, and an investigation is underway. No arrests have been made.

Chicago Police Department has issued an alert for Julio Espada, 78, missing from a nursing home, with dementia, last seen wearing a striped shirt, blue jeans, and black shoes. Public assistance is sought.