Two teens, 15 and 17, face multiple felony counts after three armed robberies across Chicago in mid‑March. Police say the investigation is ongoing.

Franklin Partners and Bixby Bridge Capital bought the loan on the 23‑story tower at 200 W. Monroe in the Loop, marking another discounted Chicago‑area office deal. The purchase spotlights continued distress and opportunistic buying in the downtown market.

A Chicago woman was arrested Monday in connection with a 2024 shooting outside Gately Stadium that left a 15-year-old in critical condition.

A dark Jeep plowed into PLS Check Cashers in Brighton Park early Wednesday; suspects ran inside and fled, leaving the vehicle behind. Detectives are canvassing the area.

Crews cleared fallen trees and debris across Aurora's west side after severe storms; the city outlined how to report damage and prepare branches for pickup.

A grocery-style Statesmen Market at Kennedy-King gives students free fresh food and essentials as part of City Colleges' Food Security for Life pilot.

Associate Superintendent Briant Kelly was placed on leave after a fiery District 128 board meeting that forced public scrutiny of how the district handled a grooming lawsuit. Parents and advocates want answers and administrative accountability.

A Park City part-time officer was arrested after an Illinois State Police probe into alleged sexual abuse during traffic stops; he was fired and faces multiple felony counts.

A wake‑low event produced 60–70 mph gusts across the Chicago area, downing trees and leaving pockets of ComEd customers without power while crews raced to restore service.

Optima converted construction debt into a $60M Freddie Mac refinance for its 100‑unit Optima Verdana in Wilmette, clearing the way for an adjacent 128‑unit phase. The move reflects strong suburban demand for stabilized luxury rentals.

CPS is now projected to finish the fiscal year with a roughly $45 million shortfall as the district contends with dwindling federal relief, short‑term borrowing and rising costs. The numbers emerged in board financial reports and the district’s audited statements.

Green Street's latest mall grades, covered by Crain's on April 29, flag six Chicago-area malls as at risk of a 'death loop.' Investors, cities and shoppers are watching whether reinvention can arrive in time.

Mayor Eddie Melton told residents Tuesday that nearly $3 billion and 2,000 jobs are part of a plan centered on a FedEx facility, a convention center and new hotels.