Chicago faces a mix of rain and snow with brisk winds as forecasted by the National Weather Service, with slight improvements expected by the weekend.

A Chicago man, Kashif Dukes, has been sentenced to 18 years in prison for two violent carjackings in 2017 and 2018, imposing fear and trauma on his victims.

The Chicago River Swim event is set for September 2024, allowing swimmers to race in the once-polluted river, celebrating environmental progress and supporting ALS research.

Chicago and NASCAR officials announce improved traffic strategies for the NASCAR Chicago Street Race on July 6-7, reducing course construction impact to 19 days.

Chicago police quickly arrested three suspects after a shooting that killed a teen and injured three men, aided by surveillance technology and coordinated efforts.

Mayor Brandon Johnson unveils a $528 million plan to develop over 1,000 new apartments, 319 of which will be affordable, in Chicago's Loop, contingent on $150 million in TIF assistance.

A 23-year-old man died in a two-vehicle crash in McHenry County when the car he was in was hit after failing to yield. Four others were injured, and there was a local power outage due to the accident.

A Chicago man, Julian Wyre, received a 23-year prison sentence for distributing crack cocaine while on supervised release related to a prior conviction.

Naperville Police intensify patrols in April for Distracted Driving Awareness Month, targeting texting motorists with support from IDOT and over 200 law enforcement agencies.

A Laredo man is indicted for possessing a machine gun after evading a traffic stop and discarding a bag with a modified Glock during the chase. He faces up to 10 years in prison if convicted.

Dr. Cristina Pacione-Zayas becomes Chicago's City Hall's first Latina chief of staff, appointed by Mayor Brandon Johnson. Her background in public service and policy development is set to advance the city's equitable goals.

The Chicago Police Department will conduct a DUI Saturation Patrol in Chicago Lawn from April 5-6, targeting impaired drivers and other traffic violations.

Cook County Clerk Karen Yarbrough is hospitalized with a serious medical condition, as per her office. Her family requests privacy and prayers during this time.