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Mace was released inside South Shore High School on Tuesday; eight people were taken to area hospitals and officials say few details are available.
Members of CPD's 262 Tact Team recovered four firearms and suspected cannabis in Washington Park during a routine investigation, the 2nd District said.
Real Estate & Development in ...
Debt buyers are reviving long‑dormant second mortgages in Chicago, forcing foreclosure fights and prompting scrutiny from lawyers, the CFPB and lawmakers.
Area 3 detectives posted an alert about an aggravated battery aboard a downtown CTA vehicle and asked riders with footage or tips to contact investigators.
A 16-year-old was arrested after a woman was robbed on a CTA Blue Line train at Harlem station; police charged him with aggravated robbery. The case is under investigation.
Transportation & Infrastructure in ...
Mayor Brandon Johnson marked the start of CTA’s spring Refresh & Renew work as crews return to stations for painting, lighting upgrades and targeted repairs. The 2019 program will expand modestly under the 2026 budget.
Politics & Govt in ...
The Citizens Utility Board told Illinois regulators the proposed American Water‑Essential Utilities merger would not serve consumers, citing rising bills and service problems.
Health & Lifestyle in ...
A precautionary boil water advisory covers parts of Schererville after system pressure fell below the 20-psi threshold; testing is underway and officials say contamination is not suspected.
A 16-year-old was charged with first-degree murder in the Oct. 6 Brighton Park shooting that killed 33-year-old Alan J. Maldonado.
A federal jury in Chicago convicted former CFO Tina Feuerstein of eight wire‑fraud counts after prosecutors say she charged more than $1 million in personal purchases to a company card.
A man was found fatally shot inside a car on the 8600 block of South DuSable Lake Shore Drive on Tuesday; Area 2 detectives are investigating.
CPD transit officers recovered two firearms — including a ghost gun — from two people on a CTA train; one suspect is a recently paroled felon.
Sports in ...
Billy Donovan is stepping away as Chicago Bulls head coach after six seasons, the team announced. The decision follows a front‑office shakeup and sets up a busy offseason.
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