The article details the varying weather conditions in Chicago for the upcoming week, including fluctuations from warm and sunny days to nights with potential showers and thunderstorms.

Firefighters in North Chicago rescued kittens dumped in a porta-potty and the animals have since been rehomed.

Illinois celebrates the opening of its 100th social equity cannabis dispensary, The Dispensary Champaign, as part of its effort to create a fair and equitable cannabis market.

Ellen DeGeneres cancels her Chicago show and suggests retirement after her upcoming Netflix special, amidst recent controversies and her departure from daytime TV.

A Centralia man received a 30-year sentence for drug dealing, illegal firearm possession, and witness tampering, highlighted by the U.S. Department of Justice.

The Illinois State Fair announces new food vendors and the reintroduction of trams for easier navigation, featuring both traditional and innovative culinary options along with discounted admissions and musical acts.

John Velez might receive a $7.6 million settlement from Chicago for a wrongful murder conviction after spending 17 years in prison. The case involved recanted testimony and misidentification.

A person was fatally shot on the Dan Ryan Expressway in Chicago, with the victim, Tyjon Bush, later pronounced dead. Police are investigating the incident, which has raised concerns about roadway violence.

A Chicago family mourns the loss of 16-year-old Marvel White, killed in a shooting in Englewood. Non-profit "Purpose over Pain" offers a $5,000 reward for information leading to an arrest.

Chicago is set to settle a gender bias lawsuit against CFD for $11.25 million, compensating women who faced discriminatory physical tests and workplace conditions.

Dolton, Illinois, faces a financial crisis with a $33.5 million judgment from a 2016 fatal police chase lawsuit, but its insurance will only cover about $10.5 million of it.

Illinois Representatives call for President Biden not to seek re-election, citing the need for new generation leadership, despite continuing support from other Democratic leaders and confidence from Biden's campaign team.

A driver in Chicago veered into the wrong lane, colliding with another vehicle and crashing into a building, leading to critical injuries and structural damage.