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Crime & Emergencies in ...
A 46-year-old woman was critically wounded after being shot in the face inside a Kenwood home late Wednesday; police arrested a man and recovered a gun. Area 1 detectives are investigating.
A pre-dawn drive-by on Chicago's Near West Side left three people wounded early Thursday; one victim was taken to Stroger in critical condition.
Real Estate & Development in ...
Quill renewed roughly 60,000 square feet at Tri State Lincolnshire, reinforcing the suburban campus as a stay-put option for corporate operations. The deal follows recent renovations to the property.
A judge has convicted Raymond Link of attempted first‑degree murder and multiple batteries for a brutal May 2024 attack at Peterson Park that left a woman near death.
Community & Society in ...
Skilled maintenance workers at six Prime Healthcare hospitals in Illinois say they could strike July 2 after the union says members lost seniority and protections under new ownership.
Politics & Govt in ...
A GOP lawmaker unveiled a megaprojects-style plan aimed at keeping the Chicago Bears in Illinois by changing PILOT rules and moving referendums to November.
Weather & Environment in ...
A line of severe thunderstorms moved through northwest Cook County on June 24, producing quarter‑size hail, 70‑mph gusts and reports of tree damage in Bartlett.
A Chicago-area man won $1.3M after a Quick Pick he bought at a BP in Oswego matched all five Lucky Day Lotto numbers. The station will collect a $13,000 seller bonus.
Transportation & Infrastructure in ...
A freight train derailment near East Chicago and Gary knocked out power and forced South Shore Line to suspend service late Wednesday, with possible commute impacts Thursday.
The 55th Chicago Pride Parade steps off this Sunday at 11 a.m. under the 'Free To Be Proud' theme, led by the Puerto Rican Cultural Center and community grand marshals.
Arts & Culture in ...
A new Arts Alliance Illinois study finds Chicago's creative sector supports more than 210,000 jobs and $50 billion in output — but many artists still report economic insecurity.
A Robbins homeowner is fighting eviction after a private tax buyer moved to take her deed; a judge granted a 30‑day stay as courts and lawmakers push reforms.
Bronzeville neighbors say a giant tree still blocks an alley near 43rd and Cottage Grove two weeks after high winds toppled it, leaving trash overflowing and cars damaged.
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