Parents and educators packed a District 65 board meeting after administrators flagged the district-run SACC program as a potential target in a multimillion-dollar budget squeeze. The district has posted site-level changes for 2026–27 while unions warn the cuts would displace hundreds of children.

Voters across Northwest Indiana head to the polls Tuesday to decide whether Rep. Frank Mrvan wins renomination and which Republican will challenge him this fall. Coverage will track returns after polls close at 6 p.m.

A surprise bump in tax receipts has given Springfield short‑term budget breathing room, but state forecasts warn FY27 could be tighter.

Bryson Graham will run the Bulls' basketball operations after joining from Atlanta. The former Pelicans executive takes over as the team prepares for a busy draft and offseason.

A man's body was pulled from a pond near Des Plaines; the Cook County Medical Examiner is handling identification and detectives are investigating.

A community-backed coffee-and-donut spot, Jeffery Java & Juice, is being built at 7104 S Jeffery Blvd in South Shore. The shop plans vegan donuts and Ethiopian coffee.

Shots were fired during a youth football event in Bronzeville at Hales Franciscan High School; police say no one was hurt and investigators are on the scene.

Alley Cat, from the Paulie Gee’s team, opens May 11 on W. Division with draft cocktails, THC drinks and a compact snack menu.

A man was found dead Sunday near the Chicago Executive Airport viewing area; investigators say he may have been struck by a vehicle and are asking the public for tips.

A 31-year-old man was shot in the thigh during a Brainerd domestic dispute; a woman was arrested and police say charges are pending.

Sale prices for Frank Lloyd Wright homes can mask huge repair bills. From a dilapidated Austin landmark to a $2.3M Oak Park sale, preservation costs are reshaping the market.

Amisha Patel, a stalwart of Chicago’s progressive movement and co-founder of United Working Families, died on April 24. City leaders including Mayor Brandon Johnson paid tribute.

Chicago police are seeking help identifying people who robbed and punched a CTA bus rider April 9 in Washington Park. Detectives have released a case number and are asking for tips.