A 14-year-old boy was critically injured in a shooting in Chicago's Gage Park. The victim was shot multiple times and is in critical condition. No arrests have been made and detectives are investigating the incident.

Four Chicago officers face dismissal over allegations of theft, falsifying reports, and lying about gun seizures. COPA recommends termination; the officers' lawyer asserts their innocence.

Ex-Ald. Edward Burke's defense seeks to overturn his corruption conviction, arguing for a new trial or acquittal on various charges. Burke has spent over $3.8 million in legal fees from campaign funds, with about $8 million remaining for appeals.

Kyle W. Harris was sentenced to 30 months in prison for a 2021 bank robbery, with a subsequent two-year supervised release.

Illinois Attorney General Kwame Raoul charges two women with fraud over PPP loans, stressing the importance of trust in public employees and the necessity of accountability.

Chicago police warn rideshare drivers after two were robbed at gunpoint in the 3rd District. Drivers are advised to stay vigilant and report any suspicious activity.

A priest was shot at while confronting catalytic converter thieves in Chicago's Little Italy; he received a minor wound. No arrests have been made as police investigate.

An 18-year-old was killed and a 19-year-old woman critically wounded in a South Side Chicago shooting; no arrests have been made as police investigate the incident.

A man faces attempted murder charges after a South Shore, Chicago shooting and subsequent SWAT standoff; he was arrested near the scene and is due in court Tuesday.

A Chicago police recruit was shot in Lincoln Square while driving, resulting in non-life-threatening injuries. No suspects have been arrested; detectives are investigating.

A shooting on I-57 in Morgan Park after a car crash left one injured; police are investigating while the suspect remains at large. Traffic was temporarily diverted.

A new 1950s-themed cannabis dispensary, Bud and Rita's, is set to open in Niles, Illinois, combining family heritage with contemporary cannabis culture.

CTA announces advance construction for the Red Line Extension project in Chicago, expected to start this summer, with anticipated community benefits and future meetings for public input.