Chicago's morning showers give way to a dry, warm week with temperatures gradually rising, reaching highs near 68°F on Tuesday and mid-60s by the weekend, according to forecasts.

The Art Institute of Chicago's director, James Rondeau, took leave after an incident on a flight where he allegedly stripped naked. The museum is investigating.

Three teenagers were shot near Chicago Bulls College Prep; a 16-year-old is in serious condition, while two others, aged 15, were less severely injured. No arrests yet as police investigate.

Attorney General Kwame Raoul and attorneys general from 18 states oppose HUD's rule change, arguing it undermines fair housing efforts and legal obligations to combat segregation.

President Trump has signed an executive order to cut federal funding to the CPB, impacting NPR and PBS, citing "bias" and "woke propaganda." The order's legality is being contested by CPB.

Chicago's weather forecast includes variable conditions with showers, windy and sunny moments, and a gradual warming trend towards consistent spring weather by the end of the week.

George Ryan, former governor of Illinois, passed away at 91. He was known for his death penalty moratorium and a corruption conviction that resulted in prison time.

A school bus crash in Chicago injured 17 students and 2 drivers; all are in fair condition. An SUV attempting a turn was hit by the bus. The SUV driver is cited, pending investigation.

Illinois celebrates World Trade Month following a record $81 billion in exports for 2024, a 2.5% increase from 2023 and 32% since 2019, with growth attributed to its workforce, infrastructure, and global trade relationships.

The Illinois Gaming Board halted construction on the $1.7 billion Bally's Chicago casino due to the use of an unapproved, allegedly mob-affiliated waste hauler.

The Chicago Police Department is seeking the public's help in finding Jamie Ponce, a 17-year-old girl missing for over a week from the 5600 block of W. Newport. She is Hispanic, 5'6", 105 lbs., with brown eyes, black hair, and a forearm tattoo.

Landmarks Illinois has listed ten at-risk buildings, including Bernie Mac's high school, a Frank Lloyd Wright house, and a historic barn, facing demolition or neglect in Illinois.

A pedestrian was fatally struck in a hit-and-run in Northbrook, Chicago; police are investigating with no suspect or vehicle description yet released.