The National Weather Service warns of extreme heat and severe thunderstorms with potential for damaging winds, tornadoes, and flash flooding in Chicago, with Lake Michigan boaters also facing risks.

The Chicago Police Department has issued an alert for 68-year-old missing man, Rodolfo Rodriguez-Valdes, last seen on S Throop St. and potentially in need of medical care.

The Chicago Police are seeking help to find 66-year-old Englewood resident Calvin Swans, who is missing and considered at elevated risk due to his age.

The Chicago Police seek help to find Tyrice Sago, 36, missing from the 1600 block of south Sawyer Ave since July 7th. He was last seen wearing black clothes and flip-flops. Call 312-746-8251 with info.

Chicago Police seek help finding missing teen Jaleel Denton, last seen July 10 on the 5300 block of South Hermitage Avenue.

18-year-old Tony Wilson was charged with armed robbery and weapon misuse after allegedly robbing a 17-year-old on a Chicago bus. He was arrested and is awaiting a detention hearing.

A Chicago police officer shot a suspect in Humboldt Park after a street stop led to a chase and attempted handgun retrieval by the suspect. COPA is investigating the incident.

Anthony Maldonado, 23, is charged with murder and attempted murder for a June shooting in Chicago, remaining in custody post his July 12 detention hearing.

Mayor Brandon Johnson launches 'Take Back the Block' in Chicago to curb violence, despite local skepticism. The initiative includes hiring 27,000 students for summer jobs and a tech-based program, 'Cycle Breakers', to address the issue's root causes.

Chicago Police intensify the search for a hit-and-run driver who injured a cyclist, releasing new photos for public aid in identification. The vehicle involved has been recovered; the suspect remains at large.

Two West Loop businesses were burglarized early Saturday; thieves stole from a clothing store and a cellphone shop, with surveillance capturing the incidents. The community is reacting with resilience.

The New City recycling facility by Lakeshore Recycling Systems has been granted a property tax incentive by the City Council, expected to save $3.4 million over 12 years and create 700 jobs.

Chicago's weather forecast includes a 40% chance of showers and thunderstorms, high temperatures, and gusty winds, with conditions continuing to fluctuate throughout the week.