Chicago braces for severe thunderstorms and high winds, with a possible risk of hail and heavy rainfall. The National Weather Service forecasts turbulent weather throughout the day, easing into windy conditions tonight.

Kane County State's Attorney Jamie L. Mosser received the Women of Power Award for her criminal justice reform efforts and victim advocacy at the Quad County Urban League's Women's Empowerment Summit.

A 23-year-old man was robbed and assaulted by seven individuals on the Chicago Red Line train, prompting a police alert and ongoing search for the suspects.

Cook County's Sheriff will transfer control of the Electronic Monitoring Program to the Adult Probation Department Pretrial Services, starting April 1, enhancing pretrial management with experienced oversight.

Chicago Police report multiple burglaries in the 16th and 17th Districts, with businesses broken into and cash stolen by a group using a red Kia Sportage or a black Hyundai Elantra.

Chicago activates 16 new speed cameras near parks and schools to enhance road safety and improve city finances, starting with warnings before fines begin.

Danaya Fenner, a 14-year-old, is missing from Chicago's South Shore. Police seek information to locate her and urge contacting Area One SVU Detectives or 911.

Illinois officially recognized March 31 as Transgender Day of Visibility, with Governor JB Pritzker and the state demonstrating commitments to transgender rights and protections against discrimination.

Chicago Police search for a burglar in a yellow vest after two break-ins on North Milwaukee Avenue, advising business owners to enhance security and report suspicious activities.

An apartment fire in Chicago's Kenwood neighborhood resulted in six hospitalizations, five critical, with victims jumping from the building and two households displaced.

Former attorney Leonard DeFranco receives a six-year sentence for identity theft involving over $82,000 in fraudulent loans using his ex-girlfriend's information.

A 15-year-old boy was grazed by a bullet in Streeterville, Chicago, amid disturbances caused by groups of teens. Police made arrests and tackled curfew violations. Local Alderman proposes an 8 p.m. curfew to address the violence and unrest.

Kohl's closed 27 stores, including two in Chicago suburbs, as part of a strategy to focus on profitability and reduce retail space. The company offered severance or transfer options to affected employees.