Two burglars smashed into an Express Food Mart in Rogers Park and fled with an Illinois Lottery machine and nearly $7,000 in tickets. Chicago police say detectives are reviewing surveillance footage.

A pedestrian was killed early Sunday after being struck by a westbound freight train at the Washington Street BNSF crossing in Downers Grove. Investigators are asking witnesses to call Metra police.

A fifth-floor unit at Luther Terrace in Bronzeville was damaged by a Sunday morning fire; crews had the blaze under control before 8:30 a.m., officials said.

The Morton Arboretum canceled the Saturday night Illumination event due to winter weather, planning to reopen on Sunday. Ticket holders can rebook using provided resources.

Chicago Police issued an alert for missing Lisa Cavoto, 54, last seen on West Balmoral Ave. She has white hair, is 5'1", and weighs 150 lbs. Call 312-744-8266 with info.

A fire at Meadowdale Apartments in Carpentersville has displaced 23 families; one person was treated for smoke inhalation. Local support is aiding those affected.

An unidentified 41-year-old woman was found unresponsive on the South Side; an autopsy found strangulation and Cook County ruled the death a homicide.

Chicago police seek help in finding Scott Outler, 64, missing since November 17 from West Foster Avenue, and urge the community to report any information.

An early-morning blaze at Meadowdale Apartments in Carpentersville sent flames to the roof, displacing dozens and causing roughly $2 million in damage.

A 45-year-old man is in critical condition after a Friday drive-by on the 700 block of North Leamington Avenue. Police say the shooter fled northbound in a green truck and remains at large.

Joaquín Guzmán López is due in Chicago federal court Monday to change his plea in a major Sinaloa cartel case, court filings show.

Chicago neighborhoods experienced a series of armed robberies, with young armed individuals stealing items like cellphones and wallets. Residents are advised to stay vigilant and report incidents to the police.

Three Engine 91 firefighters were threatened at gunpoint while stopping a vehicle break‑in in Avondale; no injuries were reported and detectives are searching for suspects.