Chicago Police seek public help in locating a hit-and-run driver who struck a pedestrian near the CTA Irving Park Blue Line station on December 20, 2023.

Chicago police issued a community alert for a suspect in a failed abduction of a 14-year-old in the 17th District, urging vigilance and seeking information.

Chicago faces rainy and windy weather with a mix of snow, and temperatures staying in the low 40s. Precipitation and gusty winds are expected with slight clearing towards the weekend.

A 24-year-old man was critically wounded after being shot in the face during a fight in Chicago's Washington Park neighborhood. Police have detained the shooter, with charges pending.

Illinois workers will receive up to 40 hours of paid leave starting January 1, 2024, with the new Paid Leave for All Workers Act, as signed by Governor JB Pritzker.

Inmate Michael O'Connor, 33, was found unresponsive and later pronounced dead at Cook County Jail. Foul play is ruled out as the investigation continues. He awaited trial for multiple felony charges.

Chicago Skyway tolls will increase from $6.60 to $7.20 for two-axle vehicles starting January 1, 2024. This rise continues a trend since the 2005 lease to a private entity.

Chicago recovers from intense storms and tornadoes, with seven tornadoes confirmed and major power outages across Cook County. The storms caused extensive damage and agencies are aiding affected residents.

The stolen Slim Jim promotional car, "Fast Meat," was recovered in a Chicago suburb after disappearing in Los Angeles and inciting a social media search campaign.

The Chicago Police Department is actively searching for Andrea Rubio Dones, a 31-year-old missing woman last seen on December 26th on West Grace Ave. Authorities and the community are concerned for her safety and seeking public assistance.

An armed gang in a silver vehicle committed a series of armed robberies and a carjacking in Chicago, resulting in a shootout that injured two people. No arrests have been made.

Fishermen in Indiana found Matthew Reum alive in his crashed truck after a week under an I-94 overpass, leading to a rescue by local fire departments.

Two elderly individuals were discovered dead in their Chicago home after a neighbor requested a well-being check. No signs of violence were apparent, and detectives are investigating the cause of death.