Arhaus furniture store has opened in the space formerly occupied by Lord & Taylor at Westfield Old Orchard Mall, with Zara, Puttshack, and Pottery Barn also set to join the location.

Residents of Franklin Park are shocked by huge water bills following new meter installations, leading to a communal outcry for explanations and solutions.

Chicago celebrates Juneteenth with free museum admissions and special events, including performances, marketplaces, and educational experiences, with several local institutions participating.

Brookfield Zoo in Chicago debuted koalas Brumby and Willum, marking the first time the zoo has hosted these marsupials, now part of an elite group of U.S. zoos with such residents.

Ald. Matt Martin has introduced a "Chicago Fair Elections Program" ordinance to reduce wealthy donor influence with a public financing system for City Council elections.

Coach USA filed for bankruptcy due to decreased ridership and increased costs, reflecting the broader challenges faced by the US bus industry post-pandemic.

Candidates in Chicago begin filing papers to run in the city's first-ever elected school board, preparing for the November elections by gathering signatures and outlining platforms.

Chicago experienced a surge of gun violence over Father's Day weekend with 71 people shot, 9 fatally, including a mass shooting in West Humboldt Park.

CTA Blue Line service was halted between O'Hare and Rosemont due to Fire Department activity, with shuttles provided. Service resumed with minor delays after about an hour.

Three people were wounded in a Chicago shooting near Jackson Park, including a 14-year-old girl. The shooter fled on a bicycle; no arrests have been made.

Three men were shot, one fatally, in Fuller Park, Chicago, after an argument led to gunfire. No arrests have been made, and the investigation continues.

Two people were arrested after fleeing a collision involving a black SUV and five parked cars on the 5000 block of West Grace Street in Belmont Cragin, Chicago. No injuries were reported.

Chicago Mayor Johnson creates a Reparations Task Force to address historical injustices against Black residents, backed by a $500,000 investment for a comprehensive study and public hearings.