A 17-year-old was arrested March 24 and charged after a Nov. gunpoint sexual assault in Ravenswood Manor. The teen faces aggravated sexual assault and kidnapping charges.

Two Arlington Heights residents face misdemeanor charges after Nazi symbols, profanity and feces were left at the Republicans of Wheeling Township office. Police say video and an investigation led to arrests and court appearances are pending.

A 21-year-old woman was sexually assaulted near NEIU's North Park campus early Sunday; Chicago police say detectives are investigating and the university has support resources.

A century-old factory on Chicago’s West Side has been reborn as BandWith Chicago’s permanent home, bringing rehearsal rooms, a recording studio and community programs to East Garfield Park.

Local clergy and faith groups will gather at Grant Park this Saturday for a No Kings rally featuring music, a march and resources for peaceful protest.

Two men were fatally shot late Tuesday on the 7800 block of South Calumet Avenue in Chatham after being approached by several suspects.

Warm and windy today; a strong front brings likely thunderstorms and a sharp temperature drop Thursday.

Lurie Children’s analysis finds emergency triage can misclassify children in mental‑health crises, contributing to unsafe discharges and long waits for psychiatric beds.

An 82-year-old commuter was assaulted on a Roosevelt CTA stairwell Monday; police issued a safety alert and are asking witnesses to come forward. Investigators are canvassing the area for footage and tips.

A two-day, house-focused festival will take over Lincoln Park Grove 2 on June 19–20 with DJs, immersive art and food along the lakefront.

CPS approved two-year academic calendars that push K–12 starts to late August, keep the first semester ending after winter break and reflect thousands of survey responses.

A $93M rehabilitation of I‑94’s Bishop Ford began Tuesday, shrinking lanes and closing ramps between Martin Luther King Drive and 159th; heavy delays expected through December.

Noah Sandoval and Larry Feldmeier plan All Well in the former Lola's at 111 N Carpenter. A liquor filing and industry listings point to a spring opening with a tasting and bar program.