Chicago police are searching for Jairo Munoz, a 28-year-old missing non-verbal man, last seen January 18, 2024, on N Natchez Ave. Public assistance is sought.

Deering residents are on alert after a series of January armed robberies in the 009th District, with a suspect described as a male in dark clothing, potentially in his 20s or 30s. Police are advising vigilance and seeking community assistance.

Several Chicago restaurants are closing temporarily or permanently due to economic challenges, with establishments such as Broken English Taco Pub and Passion House Coffee Roasters affected.

The University of Illinois Board of Trustees has frozen tuition for in-state undergraduates for the 2024-25 year, continuing their commitment to affordability. Room and board costs, however, will increase slightly.

COPA recommends firing a Chicago officer for fatally shooting Michael Craig during a domestic disturbance call and failing to provide prompt medical aid.

A man in Riverdale faces attempted murder charges for firing at Chicago police on the Far South Side. Antwan Dixon was arrested after the early-morning encounter; no injuries were reported. He'll appear in court on Friday.

Genesis Silva of Logan Square faces first-degree murder charges for the death of his girlfriend, Brittany Battaglia, whose body was found nearly decapitated.

Two teens charged with Aggravated Vehicular Hijacking in Chicago after a January 3rd incident involving a 63-year-old woman.

Over 580,000 Home Design beds sold at Walmart, Wayfair, and Overstock are recalled due to risks of breaking and injuries, with consumers advised to stop use and get a repair kit.

Kenneth Courtright, a Minooka businessman, received a 7.5-year prison sentence for defrauding investors of $92 million through a website development scheme.

An autistic 14-year-old boy was tased by police in Dolton while they searched for car theft suspects, resulting in injuries including a fractured hip. The family and their attorney are considering legal action.

Ex-Chicago Mayor Lightfoot urges faster work permits for migrants and launches a nonprofit to aid neighborhood groups.

The Archdiocese of Chicago has announced the imminent closure of St. Frances of Rome School in Cicero and St. Odilo School in Berwyn due to the cessation of a crucial state-funded scholarship program.