A 29-year-old Addison man was sentenced to 78 months after prosecutors say he siphoned more than $3.3M in pandemic relief and used the cash to buy luxury cars.

Three French expats are opening Guillotine Bakery this spring at 1711 W. Chicago Ave, bringing an open kitchen and imported-flour pastries to West Town.

Chilly morning gives way to a fast warmup into the 60s–70s midweek. Thunderstorms are likely Thursday with a risk of hail and damaging winds.

A 63-year-old man was charged after a shooting near 45th and Wood left a 42-year-old hospitalized in serious condition.

Kai Modern Japanese Kitchen is set to open at 2 N. River St. in Aurora's Hobbs Building in late April, replacing Leilani and adding sushi, ramen and a new basement lounge.

A compact West Loop neo‑bistro from the Elske team blends French technique with Midwestern comfort; critics praise its roast chicken and inventive desserts.

A House committee advanced a bill to extend Illinois’ voluntary pension buyout program, part of Gov. Pritzker’s plan to chip away at the state’s massive pension debt. Supporters tout multibillion savings while critics call the gains limited.

Supper‑club veterans Daniel Parker and Liz Bendure have opened Txa Txa Club’s all‑day cafe at 3268 W. Fullerton, serving an eclectic, seasonally rotating menu. The space doubles as a steady kitchen for their event work.

QXY is opening a Wicker Park restaurant at 2018 W. Division St., pairing its dumplings with wine and a tea‑lager collaboration while a liquor license is pending.

Bob's Pizza closed its Harper Court outpost last Friday after about three years, the owner confirmed. The chain's Pilsen and Old Town locations remain active.

A vehicle rammed the Golden Apple diner in Lakeview early Monday and thieves removed an ATM, police say.

Witnesses in Park West chased off a man who reportedly tried to lure a child Saturday morning; police are asking for tips and any footage.

Astor Club will convert a landmark Lake Shore Drive mansion at 1516 N. Lake Shore Drive into a daytime clubhouse with lake views, a library and a rooftop deck. The club plans to keep its underground supper club while adding new member amenities.