Chicago faces a foggy and wet Christmas with a dense fog advisory and rain forecasted by the National Weather Service, with conditions improving later in the week.

The Chicago Bears continue negotiations for a new stadium at Arlington Heights, exploring options including a potential memorandum of understanding and a south parking lot near Soldier Field.

A fatal shooting at a Cicero gas station left one man dead and another critically injured early Saturday morning. Police state the incident appears isolated.

Chicago communities and individuals are generously providing toys to local children for Christmas, with initiatives like Communities Partnering 4 Peace's toy giveaway and a crossing guard's personal efforts bringing holiday joy.

A man was shot dead during a dispute over pizza at Rosie O'Reilly's Pub in Wheaton, Illinois, police say. The altercation followed an initial friendly interaction. Three men were detained, and the investigation is ongoing.

A Chicago man, Juan Veguilla, faces felony charges including armed robbery, aggravated battery, and unlawful restraint after allegedly robbing another man at gunpoint.

A federal judge in Illinois has declined to delay the January 1 deadline for registering assault weapons, despite legal challenges to the state's gun ban.

Two Chicago women, Tamara Carter and Stacey Sanders, were arrested for allegedly robbing and assaulting a woman; they face felony robbery and aggravated battery charges.

Illinois AG Kwame Raoul has charged DeWitt County's Cord Buchanan with seven counts of possession of child pornography, with each count carrying a potential seven-year prison term.

The Chicago Police are seeking information on missing 14-year-old Janiyah Sanders, last seen December 16, with details provided on her appearance and urgent calls for help.

Chicago's Christmas weather features cloudy skies, drizzles, and significant fog risk, with temperatures in the high 40s to mid-50s, and a continued forecast of rain and potential snow mix into the week.

A series of burglaries in Chicago's Grand Crossing area has local businesses on alert, with break-ins occurring mid-December. Police advise increased security measures and prompt reporting of suspicious activities.

The Chicago Board of Education is considering a move toward prioritizing neighborhood schools over the current mix of school choice options, sparking debate amongst parents and educators.