The Thompson Center demolition permit has been approved, marking a crucial step in Google's plan to remodel the iconic Chicago building. As preservationists express concern over the potential loss of the structure's historic integrity, some are calling for transparency and cooperation in the redevelopment process.

Two liquor store robberies, just minutes apart in West Fullerton yesterday, are being investigated by the Chicago Police Department. No injuries are reported in either incident, but the suspects remain at large.

Early today, a 41-year-old woman driving in West Cullerton became a victim of gun violence when she was shot twice in the right armpit. She is currently under care at Stroger Hospital and is in serious condition.

On October 18, David McClure was charged with attempted murder, first degree and aggravated battery/discharge firearm, following a shooting incident on October 11 which left a 23-year-old male seriously injured.

In Chicago, 27-year-old Davon Fullilove was arrested and charged with armed robbery on October 18, 2023.

On October 19, 2023, after a long-awaited arrest, the Chicago Police Department announced the charging of Durell Foster for the May 2020 murder of a 31-year-old man.

Contractors and residents in Chicago's 2nd District (Wentworth) are on alert following a series of robberies targeting contractor work vehicles. The offenders have been described as African-American males wearing dark clothing who exit a vehicle and use a black handgun to steal tools from parked work vehicles.

Traffic stop in River North, Chicago reveals loaded firearm and leads to passenger's arrest due to lack of permits.

An Illinois man faces insider trading charges involving accusations of using his wife's confidential info for $90K profit in a NY pharma deal.

Former Deputy Mayor for Economic Development Samir Mayekar has been named Managing Director of the University of Chicago's Polsky Center for Entrepreneurship and Innovation, bringing his entrepreneurial, government, and academic experiences to foster collaboration and drive innovation.

Chicago museums embrace free admission days in 2023, allowing residents and visitors to experience some of the city's most iconic institutions while saving money on entrance fees.

Attorney General Kwame Raoul and a coalition of attorneys general urge the federal government to ensure equal access to mental health and substance use services by implementing stronger regulations and addressing compliance failures.

Chicago police officers engaged in a gunfire exchange on the South Side of the city, with the body cam footage exposing inconsistencies in the initial reports.