A woman swam two miles to shore after her boat capsized on Lake Michigan, and authorities are searching for her missing companion. Separately, a man fell off a boat and remains missing near Chicago's "Playpen."

Two shootings on Chicago's South Side left a 39-year-old man dead and over 20 wounded. No suspects have been arrested; police investigations are ongoing.

Six people, including a teen girl, were shot at a Chicago gas station; the girl received a neck wound and is in serious condition, while the others sustained non-life-threatening injuries.

Chicago Teachers Union held its first public bargaining with CPS on the "Green Schools" initiative, focusing on the sustainable retrofitting of schools.

Aurora City Council approves a $16 million reimbursement for CyrusOne's data center expansion on Aurora's East Side, with plans for two towers and more facilities.

Illinois State Police expand the use of ALPR technology in Lake and potentially McHenry counties, facing privacy concerns despite successes in reducing crime.

The Chicago Transit Authority aims to increase ridership to reduce emissions but faces challenges restoring pre-pandemic service levels and securing funding for a zero-emission fleet.

Chicago Police are searching for a missing teenager, Briah Strong, last seen in Engle in June 2024. Described as a Black female, around 5'6", information can be reported to Area One Detectives at 312-747-8380.

The Chicago Police Department warned of armed robberies on May 9th and May 10th in the Jefferson Park and Albany Park areas, advising residents to report suspicious activity.

Chicago is facing a hot and humid week with the potential for heat indices over 100 degrees, occasional thunderstorms, and breezy conditions. The National Weather Service advises caution due to high temperatures.

A man fell into Lake Michigan near Chicago's Playpen; the search turned from rescue to recovery as conditions worsened. Safety warnings were issued in light of the incident.

A rideshare driver in Chicago was carjacked and shot in the leg; the assailant escaped in the stolen vehicle. The victim is in good condition. No suspects have been arrested.

Three people were shot, one fatally, in Chicago's Grand Boulevard. The incident is under investigation, with no suspects arrested. The shooting appears to be targeted.