CPS and CTU hold their first public bargaining session on school improvements, including infrastructure and sustainable initiatives, amid budget constraints.

A drive-by shooting on Chicago's Far South Side injured four individuals, with one woman in critical condition. The incident is under investigation; no arrests have been made.

The Chicago Police Department has issued an alert after a wave of armed robberies, vehicular hijackings, and thefts in several districts, advising residents to be vigilant.

Angelino Velazquez from Chicago faces charges of armed robbery and aggravated assault, with his detention hearing set for June 13th after his arrest by the Fugitive Task Force.

Michelin adds six Chicago eateries to its 2024 guide, enhancing the city's culinary prestige with diverse dining options, including Mexican, American, and Middle Eastern cuisines.

The Metra board approved a shared day pass for unlimited rides on Metra, CTA, and Pace, still pending CTA and Pace approval, to simplify and reduce the cost of commuting.

Illinois’s Department of Public Health is implementing a new online form to better track congenital syphilis cases amid a significant rise in infections.

The U.S. Attorney’s Office is ramping up efforts to prevent an uptick in summer violence in southern Illinois through community engagement and reinforcing law enforcement ties.

Three deputies were shot responding to a distress call in Illinois, with the suspect also shot during the standoff. The situation involved a mother's call about her son's threats and a SWAT team breaching. The deputies and suspect were hospitalized.

Chicago city officials have started evicting migrant families from shelters, increasing pressure on the already strained migrant aid system and leaving families in uncertainty.

The Chicago Police warns of robberies in the 2nd District, advising vigilance and caution. The suspects are male and often assault victims before fleeing.

A Chicago pair was indicted for defrauding an Alaska restaurant of $128K using identity theft and money laundering. They face various charges including wire fraud and identity theft.

Chicago is debating whether to include police traffic stops under federal oversight amid concerns over racial profiling and the impact on community-police relations.