A Bloomingdale renter says surveillance video shows a maintenance worker urinating in his kitchen sink; police issued a citation and management has not responded.

Chicago’s Hideout has a new owner. The sale raises questions about whether the tiny Wabansia music room will keep its longtime booking style and neighborhood role.

A longtime McHenry County election judge collapsed and died Tuesday night while ballots were being counted at McCullom Lake Village Hall, county officials said.

Chicago health officials say RSV activity is unusually high for mid‑March and are weighing extended infant immunizations as ER visits and wastewater signals climb.

A 71-year-old Frankfort man was arrested after police say he left threatening voicemails for Gov. J.B. Pritzker; he faces a felony threat count and a telephone-harassment charge.

Oak Park voters defeated a $40 million bond to build an indoor aquatic center at Ridgeland Common; the Park District says it will pursue repairs to the outdoor pool instead.

Mercadito has filed for a liquor license at 2421 N Lincoln Ave and is targeting a spring Lincoln Park opening, bringing River North favorites like empanadas and pollo tacos.

Aurora will cut the ribbon Thursday on two new fire stations, including the city’s first north of I-88. Public tours follow each opening.

A 27-year-old man shot and killed an armed 16-year-old in West Pullman after police say the teen attempted to rob him. Detectives recovered two handguns and continue to investigate.

A 14-year-old was charged after police say he led officers on a high-speed chase in a stolen Toyota and was later found hiding in a backyard shed.

An 18-year-old woman was killed in a predawn shooting in Rogers Park. Area 3 detectives are investigating; no arrests have been announced.

An 18-year-old man was shot in the head Wednesday in Avalon Park and is in critical condition at the University of Chicago Medical Center. Police say no one is in custody.

A thief emptied the Block Academy's freezer, taking food and supplies that feed dozens of local children. Volunteers and neighbors are scrambling to replace meals.