Chicago Police alert about a suspect using a bicycle to commit armed robberies in the 17th District, urging residents to stay vigilant and report suspicious activities.

Chicago prepares for the 2024 NASCAR street race with Ida B. Wells Drive closing Monday and further street and parking restrictions to follow, aiming to minimize disruption to local access.

Northwestern University students staged a walkout at their commencement to protest in solidarity with Palestinians, amid calls for the university to divest from Israel.

Four peregrine falcon chicks hatched at UIC during graduation, while pro-Palestinian students at Northwestern University walked out of their ceremony in protest.

A weekend of shootings in Chicago resulted in 45 individuals shot, with eight fatalities reported by ABC7 Chicago, while the Chicago Sun-Times detailed ten deaths. No immediate arrests have been made.

Illinois recognizes nonbinary identities on licenses and IDs, allowing the option "X" alongside "M" and "F" for gender markers, reflecting inclusivity and practical safety benefits.

Two men were shot in Chicago's Little Village; one died, the other is critical. The shooting occurred around 8:30 p.m. with no arrests made. The incident is under investigation.

A teenager and a woman were shot in Chicago's West Pullman neighborhood; both are in fair condition. No suspects have been arrested, and the police seek information.

Howard University has cut ties with Sean "Diddy" Combs after a video emerged showing him assaulting his ex-girlfriend, Cassie, leading to the revocation of his honorary degree and termination of financial relations.

Illinois basketball star Terrence Shannon Jr.'s trial for rape begins Monday, with his defense claiming possible mistaken identity and a lack of DNA evidence.

Chicago Police request public help in finding missing 25-year-old Richard Orr, last seen on W. Cullerton. He has a "BOLO WORLD" tattoo and may be disoriented.

Chicago Police alert the public to a series of robberies in the Deering District, where suspects approached victims speaking Spanish before stealing their belongings.

Chicago's weather forecast includes fluctuating conditions with risks of high swim and severe thunderstorms mid-week, but will mellow out heading into the weekend.