Phishing scams impersonating the Illinois Tollway sent texts about unpaid tolls to drivers, which the Tollway and authorities addressed by issuing warnings and taking down fraudulent websites.

Chicago man, Earl Lory, died after a firework malfunction during the Fourth of July celebrations in Hermosa. He was struck in the head when a mortar he attempted to relight exploded.

Eight people were wounded in a shooting on Chicago's Lower West Side, with victims across various ages, and the shooters were not immediately apprehended.

Chicago faced multiple shootings leaving 3 dead and 32 wounded, with incidents in Garfield Park, Austin, and Little Italy. Hospitals report the injured in good condition. No arrests have been made.

Businesses in Chicago's 009th, 016th, and 025th Districts were hit by a series of burglaries involving cash and electronics theft by masked individuals.

Chicago's weather will fluctuate in the coming days, with a mix of sun, clouds, and scattered thunderstorms, highs near 80 degrees, and some unstable conditions over Lake Michigan.

Highland Park plans a July 4th parade on a new route with a remembrance ceremony, honoring tradition and the victims of the 2022 shooting, amid heightened security measures.

Chicago's unfunded pension liability rises to $37.2 billion, putting pressure on city finances and prompting a need for "hard conversations," despite attempts to address the deficit without raising property taxes.

Attorney General Kwame Raoul vows to defend Illinois’ assault weapon ban after the Supreme Court opted not to review the law, keeping it in effect. His office also targets gun trafficking and promotes trauma-informed care for violence survivors.

A bus shooting in Chicago left one dead and the driver wounded after an argument escalated. The suspect is in custody, and the CTA is aiding the investigation.

The inaugural Chicago Street Race generated $108.9 million in economic impact, attracting approximately 47,405 attendees, though it still falls short of the economic boosts from larger events like Lollapalooza.

A fire in Chicago's Little Village, deemed arson, injured two people; a 60-year-old woman critically. Firefighters extinguished the blaze Monday evening; police now seek information.

Chicago Mayor Johnson implements significant labor reforms, including a minimum wage increase to $16.20 and expanded paid leave, benefitting service workers and promoting social justice.