Chicago's weather promises warmth reaching 49°F with possible showers and thunderstorms later in the week, while the weekend brings likely rain and a drop to low 40s. Uncertainty remains for Monday's forecast.

Karen Schepers' car linked to her 1983 disappearance was found in the Fox River by Elgin Police, aided by sonar tech and divers, possibly advancing the cold case.

Mega Millions is revamping in April with larger jackpots and better odds, but tickets will increase from $2 to $5. The Megaplier feature will be retired.

A man was critically injured in a Chicago stabbing after a heated argument escalated; the assailants fled, and no arrests have been made. Police seek witnesses.

An 8-year-old boy was killed and his sibling injured in Chicago; their father, Derrick Taylor, faces charges of child endangerment and illegal firearm possession.

The Chicago Police Department is seeking assistance to locate missing 80-year-old Ruthie Hudson, last seen on W. Grace. She is described as a Black female, 5'3", with brown eyes and gray hair. The public can contact Area Three SVU with information.

A series of burglaries in Grand Crossing and South Shore has led to smashed shop fronts and stolen property, with local police urging vigilance and the preservation of evidence.

Chicago suburbs and Texas cities excel in Niche 2025 best places to live rankings, with notable mentions like Naperville, The Woodlands, and Plano for their schooling, affordability, and quality of life.

Debate over free speech escalates with the arrest of Columbia grad student Mahmoud Khalil by ICE, amid allegations of supporting Hamas and contestations by his legal team and an ADL Midwest board member.

Chicago PD seeks help finding missing 44-year-old Victor Hernandez, last seen on March 21 near the 5600 block of W. Addison. He has a neck tattoo of an 8-ball and was wearing a black sweater. He is considered high-risk.

A wrong-way crash on the Eisenhower Expressway near Hillside led to at least one death and closed inbound lanes.

Chicago anticipates a wet Sunday with rain and possible storms, challenging conditions for runners in the Shamrock Shuffle, and strong winds throughout the day.

U.S. Marshals arrest Venezuelan gang member Ricardo Gonzales in Georgia; he faces extradition to Chicago for violent crimes, including kidnapping and murder.