The National Weather Service warns of severe thunderstorms in Chicago with hail and damaging winds, particularly north of Interstate 80, and potential localized flooding in urban areas.

A man died after being pulled from Lake Michigan near 31st Street Beach. He was pronounced dead at the hospital, and the circumstances of his entry into the water are unclear.

A 12-year-old boy was shot in the leg while riding his bike in Chicago's South Chicago neighborhood; he's in good condition, and no arrests have been made.

Anthony Calderon, 20, has been charged with the murder of 39-year-old Arturo Cantu in Bridgeview, following a shooting incident near an apartment complex.

A Northbrook man, Taeyoung Kim, is charged with DUI and other offenses after a fatal crash that killed a high school student, Marko Niketic, in Glenview on Mother's Day.

Chicago is expected to have a week of fluctuating weather, starting with clear skies and mild temperatures, progressing to chances of rain and thunderstorms, and returning to some sunny conditions by week's end.

A man was hospitalized after a violent altercation involving a discharged firearm at Eataly in Chicago; police are investigating, and the suspects fled the scene.

Mosquitoes in Illinois have tested positive for West Nile virus earlier than last year, prompting public health warnings and preventive measures against the disease.

The Cook County Board approved funding for infrastructure projects across 22 communities, utilizing $30.5 million from federal funds to upgrade water systems and buildings.

Galveston County Sheriff's Office prepares for "Jeep Weekend" with a major security operation, increased arrests from last year, and some local businesses choosing to close during the event.

Cook County launches two housing assistance programs, including down payment aid and a modular homes project, financed by American Rescue Plan Act funds.

Chicago's O'Hare and Midway airports introduced the Hidden Disabilities Sunflower program to improve assistance for passengers with invisible disabilities.

Battery tech startup Bedrock Materials chooses Chicago for its R&D base to join the region's vibrant EV ecosystem, backed by the State of Illinois and local talent.