NOAA forecasts a strong geomagnetic storm this week that could push auroras into as many as 20 U.S. states; clear, dark skies will be key.

Two separate Bronzeville shootings left seven people shot and multiple young people hospitalized. Police are investigating both scenes.

Three people were shot early Sunday in the 4600 block of S. Federal St.; an 18-year-old woman is in critical condition and two others are listed in good condition.

Aymen Hussein was held and questioned for nearly seven hours at Chicago O’Hare and had his phone inspected, Iraqi officials say; the team’s photographer was later denied entry.

A Chicago man was arrested Friday and charged in the 2018 Gage Park killing that left a 21‑year‑old dead.

A Cook County jury found negligence in the death of Idalia Corcoles, yet Illinois regulators have left Dr. Ayoub Sayeg free to keep operating. Families and patient‑safety advocates say oversight must move faster.

A car crashed into a Chipotle on Chicago’s Southwest Side Saturday, injuring three people and badly damaging the dining room; one person was listed in serious condition.

Four boys, ages 12–14, were shot Saturday night in Bronzeville; three were listed in good condition and one in fair as detectives investigate.

Lake County SWAT moved in after a 30‑year‑old Cary man allegedly sent a video threatening police. He was later located, taken into custody and sent for a mental‑health evaluation.

New renderings show a six‑story Backbeat Hotel at 3257 N Halsted with a rooftop pool, speakeasy and public restaurant aimed at both visitors and neighbors.

Predawn crews tore ATMs from a Lakeview bar, a Loop tavern and a Chinatown gas station. Detectives are canvassing for footage and witnesses.

George Armoyan’s Clarke Inc. used a takeover of Ravelin and distressed‑debt buys to clear big Loop loans and gain control of three Chicago office properties.

A 35-year-old bicyclist was struck on the 3200 block of South Halsted in Bridgeport and later died at Stroger Hospital. Chicago's MAIU is investigating.