A stabbing on the 7400 block of Hendricks Street in Merrillville left one person dead and another critically injured; police detained a suspect at the scene.

A 22-year-old man was shot in the stomach and later died after an early Sunday shooting in Chicago’s South Shore; area detectives have opened an investigation.

At least three people were killed Sunday morning in a crash on the Kennedy Expressway; inbound lanes at Washington Boulevard were closed while state troopers investigated.

The Illinois Democratic Party spent roughly $190,000 to boost Sen. Sara Feigenholtz as she fends off a progressive challenger in the March 17 primary.

A 52-year-old man was taken into custody in South Deering after police say he barricaded himself with a 4-year-old. The child was unharmed and evaluated at Comer Children's Hospital.

A 15-year-old was booked on seven felonies after alleged robberies that targeted people sitting in cars on Chicago’s West Side; police say online listings were used to lure victims.

A Chicago police sergeant was wounded on the Far South Side Saturday night; police say the officer is in good condition and a suspect was taken into custody.

City photos show a new awning at Skinny Park as Vicolo, an Italian restaurant and pastificio, gets ready to open next door.

Two people were stabbed Saturday night at the Clark/Lake CTA station in the Loop; one person was listed in critical condition. Police have opened an investigation.

Fifth Star Funds aims to back six Chicago tech startups this year, pairing a $450K friends‑and‑family goal with a LongJump partnership and a recent foundation grant.

CTA records show a Farpoint-linked company is behind more than $1M in rent and faces about $11M in late fees as Goodman pursues major city projects.

A 17-year-old boy was shot and killed Saturday night on Chicago’s North Side. Area Five detectives are investigating the killing.

Gusty southerly winds and thunderstorms are likely Sunday in Chicago, then rain flips to snow overnight with light accumulations and a cold Monday.