Scientists protest Trump's NIH budget cuts, fearing they will impede vital research and innovation in fields such as neurobiology and cancer treatment.

The 25th Chicago Polar Plunge, despite chilly temperatures, raised funds for Special Olympics Chicago, with participants jumping into the icy waters of Lake Michigan.

The 97th Academy Awards feature Chicago connections with films like "Better Man" that were showcased at the Chicago International Film Festival and homegrown talent nominated in various categories.

Chicago experienced its least snowy winter in 88 years, with only 11.9 inches at O'Hare, contrasting with historic averages and marking the 10th lowest in 142 years.

A doctor's report suggests former Chicago Alderwoman Carrie Austin is medically unfit for her bribery trial, but prosecutors seek an evidentiary hearing on her health status.

The Humboldt Park Health Wellness Center, reflecting Puerto Rican culture, opens in Chicago with a $30 million investment aiming for health equity and combatting gentrification.

Researchers at Northwestern University found that brewing tea with certain tea bags can remove heavy metals like lead from water, with potential implications for water remediation.

Chicago anticipates a cold weekend and mixed weather, including rain and snow, as well as potential thunderstorms midweek, with highs reaching into the 50s despite the early March chill.

A semi truck rolled over on I-57 to I-294 in Markham, causing rush hour delays. The driver was hospitalized; the ramp closure persisted, affecting traffic.

Illinois Governor Pritzker announces an $18.6 million investment in Holcim's new operational headquarters, Amrize, in Chicago, expected to create and retain jobs.

Chicago plans to install 50 new speed cameras to enhance road safety, based on crash data and public feedback. While some residents support the move, others, including Ald. Moore, criticize the financial impact, especially on low-income communities.

An audit found that Illinois' health programs for noncitizens cost $1.6 billion, exceeding estimates. Enrollment issues were noted, and cuts are proposed to mitigate expenses.

Chicago's leading tech incubator, 1871, is leaving its Merchandise Mart location because of financial strains and shifts in the post-pandemic business landscape.