A convenience store in Berwyn, Illinois, sold a $650,000 winning Lucky Day Lotto ticket. The store owner, Mayurkumar Patel, plans to share the store's commission with his staff.

Chicago-area school districts ranked highest nationally by Niche, evaluating academic and community performance metrics from the U.S. Department of Education.

The article discusses a historic rise in antisemitic incidents in Chicago following the October 7 Hamas attacks on Israel, with Jewish and Muslim communities facing increased hate crimes and stepping up security measures.

Chicago and Pittsburgh communities hold memorials and protests on the anniversary of the Hamas attack on Israel and the Tree of Life synagogue shooting.

Wicker Park Lutheran Church in Chicago is raising funds for renovations to improve accessibility including a new ADA entrance, elevator, and modern bathrooms.

The University of Chicago received a $100 million donation for the Chicago Forum for Free Inquiry and Expression, aiming to support free speech. However, some critics highlight the university's contradictory actions toward protesting students.

An Illinois lottery player won around $1.5 million with a ticket bought at a Des Plaines BP station, which also receives a $14,500 seller's bonus. The store owner plans to share the bonus with his employees.

Two Illinois universities climb the U.S. News "Best Colleges" 2025 rankings, with Northwestern entering the top 6 and the University of Chicago hitting number 11.

Former Illinois Attorney General Ty Fahner, a mentor to leaders like Chicago's Mayor Lightfoot, has died at 81. His work included investigating the Tylenol murders.

Chicago is set to combine its homeless and migrant shelter systems into a unified initiative designed to provide comprehensive services beyond housing, including employment and healthcare.

An Illinois woman won $3 million from a scratch-off ticket and plans to invest, remodel her house, and travel. She bought the ticket at a Circle K in Channahon and endured a long weekend before confirming her win.

A lottery player in Bridgeport, Chicago won $1 million from a Mega Millions ticket sold at Gas Express, while the next jackpot rises to $800 million. The store owner plans to share the retailer's bonus with employees.

An Illinois couple won $3 million from a scratch-off lottery ticket bought in a Chicago suburb, planning to secure their children's education and retirement.