Chicago forecast includes scattered showers and thunderstorms with a 40% chance of precipitation and possible high winds. Water conditions could be hazardous due to the remnants of the tropical system Beryl.

The Chicago Police Department warns of a series of burglaries targeting businesses in the 8th and 9th Districts, involving smashed glass doors and stolen cash.

Illinois high schools will switch from SAT to ACT for state assessments starting spring 2025, following a $53 million contract over six years with the ACT, which includes a science assessment component.

Over the Fourth of July weekend, Chicago saw at least 13 deaths and 61 injuries from shootings. The violence included three mass shootings, with community leaders calling for collective action to address the crisis.

Shane van Gisbergen returns to Chicago for NASCAR races, having won on his Cup Series debut last year. The New Zealander's success has raised interest and ticket sales, while he maintains a relaxed approach to racing.

Attorney General Kwame Raoul, along with 24 others, is urging the U.S. Supreme to uphold ghost gun regulations, aiming to require these untraceable, home-assembled firearms to be treated as firearms under law.

Chicago Air & Water Show moves to Aug 10-11 to avoid conflict with the DNC, while the Taste of Chicago shifts to Sept 6-8, both accommodating a busy event schedule.

Three Chicago suburbs rank among America's wealthiest, with Hinsdale at number 7, and Lake Forest and Wilmette at 30 and 40 respectively, according to NBC Chicago and WBBM Newsradio studies.

NAR's settlement leads to real estate commission changes, requiring buyers to agree on broker commission before viewing properties and altering MLS compensation listings, effective August 17.

A driver was killed after their SUV struck a median on Bishop Ford Freeway in Chicago, also involving a dog that survived. The southbound lanes were closed but later reopened. The cause of the crash is under investigation.

A pedestrian died on I-80 near Shorewood after being hit by a vehicle early Friday morning, leading to the closure of the interstate's westbound lanes. Details of the incident are still under investigation.

One woman died and two others were injured in a shooting in Austin, Chicago. The incident occurred on North Leclaire Avenue, and the suspect fled. No arrests have been made.

Alan Andrew Collins from Peoria is sentenced to 55 months in federal prison for firearm possession, marking his third conviction on similar charges. His DNA was found on a gun recovered during a raid on his home.