FBI Chicago's threat assessment has local and federal agencies stepping up patrols as fans arrive for the Big Ten tournament at United Center.

The West Suburban Irish's 33rd annual St. Patrick's Parade returns next Saturday at 10 a.m., stepping through downtown Naperville with bands, dancers and dozens of floats. Organizers say large crowds are expected and officials have posted route and traffic guidance.

The Aon Center's loan has returned to special servicing after missed payments, leaving lenders to weigh workouts ahead of a July 2026 maturity.

A Lake County jury found Jesus Vargas guilty of first-degree murder after prosecutors say he stabbed his partner more than 40 times; Vargas's bond was revoked and a status hearing is set for April 28.

Devin Bush reportedly agreed to a three-year, $30M deal with the Chicago Bears after a breakout 2025 season. The signing fills a vacancy in the middle of the defense.

Su‑Mei Yen's Chapter 11 filing for 18 companies pauses a $187M foreclosure and deepens investor disputes over two South Loop hotels.

A mayor‑filed ordinance named for the late Rev. Jesse Jackson will be introduced at a special City Council meeting March 11 to add protections for poll workers and voters.

A 42-year-old man was critically wounded in a drive-by on the 2300 block of South Kedzie in Little Village; Harrison Area detectives are investigating the early-morning attack.

A 19-year-old was killed and a 20-year-old critically wounded after gunmen opened fire near 50th and Justine in Back of the Yards.

A 25-year-old man was shot and killed inside a North Lawndale home Sunday morning; police say no one is in custody.

The Illinois attorney general sued the operator of a Lockport McDonald’s after a state audit found dozens of 14- and 15-year-olds working late nights and shifts as long as 17 hours. The complaint seeks penalties and an injunction.

A longtime Little Village resident says he was labeled a Latin King and deported during Operation Midway Blitz; neighbors and records dispute the claim.

Light rain and fog this morning give way to gusty showers and thunderstorms before 2 p.m.; a cold front will drop temps into the 40s.