An adult was hurt in a police-involved shooting at Methodist Northlake Hospital in Gary; Lake County deputies are investigating the incident. Details remain limited.

A Joliet man was arrested and charged after a maintenance worker was shot to death in a Kenwood apartment building. Officials say the victim stepped in during an argument, and detectives are still investigating.

A Downers Grove operator was sentenced to nine years after prosecutors say he fabricated asylum documents, failed to remit payroll taxes and possessed thousands of images of minors.

A 57-year-old CTA driver was held at knifepoint on North Pulaski early Wednesday but drove to North Clark and escaped; police arrested a suspect in the Gold Coast. Charges are pending.

A stop at Kelley's Market turned into a $1 million surprise for an Island Lake man who bought a Millionaire Club scratch-off and scanned it in-store.

CTA added about 19 million rides to its 2025 totals after changing how it counts cash and unrecorded trips, with big gains concentrated on South and West Side bus lines. The update reshapes how recovery is measured for transit‑dependent neighborhoods.

Four people — including a 9-month-old and two officers — were hospitalized after a crash at West 87th and State that left a Volkswagen flipped on a median.

CPS cut hundreds of custodial jobs last year and moved cleaning in‑house. Principals and custodians say later shifts, understaffing and new pest complaints have left buildings dirtier.

Tornado season is under way in Chicago. Recent early‑season touchdowns and historical trends make May–June the period to watch and to review your safety plan.

Vedder Price extended its headquarters lease at 222 N. LaSalle through 2041, signaling continued demand for upgraded Loop office product. The long-term deal keeps a major legal tenant anchored on the Chicago River.

A Sun-Times/WBEZ review found many Illinois public colleges haven’t met HB1312’s requirements to post contacts and document interactions with federal immigration agents. Students say missing or buried information leaves them uncertain where to turn.

Cook County Crime Stoppers is offering up to $10,000 for tips to find Edgar Silva, wanted in the July 30, 2023 DuSable Lake Shore Drive road‑rage shooting that killed Nancy Padilla.

Blustery north winds keep Chicago cool today, with gusts up to 25 mph and Small Craft Advisories on Lake Michigan.