State data show Illinois dispensaries sold more items in the first half of 2026 even as receipts fell, squeezing margins and prompting deeper discounts.

Highland Park police asked people on the 300-block of Walker Avenue to shelter in place while officers searched the area; authorities are seeking two people and asking for tips.

Gov. J.B. Pritzker told NBC Chicago he uses AI daily, opposes a federal ownership stake and has paused new Illinois data‑center tax incentives pending guardrails.

A pedestrian was struck and killed just west of Galewood station on July 20, halting North Central Service trains. Metra reported the person died at the scene and trains later resumed with delays.

An Illinois-led coalition won a $30M federal award to expand lab space, prototyping and workforce programs tied to the Illinois Quantum and Microelectronics Park.

A viral clip shows an older Cubs fan slap a younger spectator at Wrigley Field during the national anthem, sparking debate and legal questions.

A full‑floor penthouse at 189 East Lake Shore Drive closed for $5.2M — about $5M below its 2015 price after roof rights and some parking changed hands.

A West Side driver says surveillance video appears to contradict CPD's account of a July 9 crash; she plans to contest three citations.

Prime Finance paid $59M for the 190‑unit MDA Apartments at 63 East Lake, ending a foreclosure and receivership that had shadowed the building for two years.

COPA has opened an investigation after an officer-involved shooting in North Lawndale. Officials say details remain limited and have asked the public to call the tip line.

Orland Park’s three‑day Taste returns next weekend with 22 food vendors, added shaded seating, a drone show and a fireworks finale. Free admission and satellite parking are available.

SBA EIDLs up to $2M remain available to businesses and nonprofits hit by Mattoon’s algal‑bloom water contamination; the filing deadline is Aug. 6, 2026.

Two Chicago college students reached a $2M settlement after alleging a podiatrist groomed them during 'shadow' visits that were presented as mentorship. State regulators later suspended his license.