Houston police are investigating a late-night hit-and-run on the North Freeway where a male pedestrian was fatally struck by a vehicle around 1 a.m. Identity and vehicle details are currently unknown.

A 28-year-old man, Laderek L. Jordan, was fatally shot in Chicago's Austin area and later died in the hospital. No suspects have been apprehended and the case is under investigation.

A CTA bus driver and a passenger saved residents from a fire in Chicago's South Shore by alerting them and providing shelter on the bus. No one was injured and the cause of the fire is under investigation.

Illinois State Police released a video of an incident where officers fatally shot Trayvon Little on I-55 after he allegedly pointed a gun at them. No other injuries were reported.

Chicago Police seek help finding Candy Curtis, a missing 27-year-old mother of two last seen on North Karlov Avenue. Officials urge looking for her 2008 Subaru SUV with Illinois plate EC70405.

The NWS warns of windy conditions with showers in Chicago, anticipating a breezy day with gusts over 30 mph. Showers are expected to clear, but a rainy weekend with small craft advisories is forecasted.

The Chicago Police Department warns of a series of armed robberies in the Calumet area by a suspect in black clothing, urging local businesses to be vigilant.

A fire in Worth, Chicago, resulted in the death of 61-year-old David Kuzavinis. Authorities are investigating the cause of the blaze at his home. No other injuries were reported.

A man from the Chicago area, Wayne Frazier, has been charged with robbery after allegedly following a woman from an ATM to her home and mugging her in a parking garage.

The Chicago Park District opens registration for a variety of spring classes, including sports and arts, set to begin on April 8 and run through June 9.

Chicago expands early voting for the Illinois Primary with new sites in all city wards, Cook County adding locations, and a detailed voter guide released, amidst uncertainty over the "Bring Chicago Home" referendum.

Over 5,200 participants took part in the 24th Chicago Polar Plunge, raising over $2 million for Special Olympics Chicago. The event saw participants, including the mayor, brave icy Lake Michigan for charity.

One person died and another critically injured in a wrong-way collision on I-88 in Kane County. Dense fog may have played a role. Eastbound lanes were closed but have since reopened. The investigation is ongoing.