Bartlett launched planning for a 63‑acre Lake Street gateway that pairs housing, hotels and entertainment with a new TIF and a major road realignment. Officials say the site could redefine the village’s northern edge.

A Chicago tenant alleges a front‑desk security guard sexually assaulted her inside a luxury apartment and has sued the building’s management and its security contractor.

Postal inspectors and Chicago police arrested two people after a resident reported suspicious activity at an Uptown building. Officials recovered tools and bags of stolen mail.

Dutch Bros will open a drive‑thru at the northwest corner of Meacham and Biesterfield as part of a new ice‑arena redevelopment. Officials say the shop and a Culver’s are slated to arrive later this year.

A GOP-backed bill in Springfield would let courts revoke pretrial release if a defendant is charged again while out, renewing debate over the SAFE‑T Act. Supporters call it a public‑safety fix; advocates warn it would roll back cash‑bail reforms.

A large CPD response surrounded a CTA bus at East 39th and King Drive Friday; authorities described the scene as developing. Traffic and local service were being rerouted.

A 13-year-old boy was grazed by a bullet inside his Jeffrey Manor home Friday; police say he is in good condition and the investigation is ongoing.

A shooter opened fire near 66th and Wolcott Friday night, leaving a 16-year-old critically injured and two men wounded.

A 23-year-old man was arrested and charged with first-degree murder after a Sept. 20 hit-and-run on W. 21st Place that killed a bicyclist, police say.

Cool Saturday gives way to a sharp warm-up Sunday and an unsettled start to the week. Gusty winds and scattered storms are possible.

Sheriff’s deputies say they recovered a handgun with its serial number removed from a 27‑year‑old rider on the CTA Red Line; aggravated possession charges followed.

Washington Elementary parents say District 65 left them 'flying blind' after indictments of two former employees on child‑sex charges.

Hyderabad‑born Dumont Creamery & Cafe is headed to Naperville’s Block 59, marking the brand’s first Illinois location and a mid‑to‑late July target date. Franchisees say the dessert‑led cafe will pair scoops with coffee, shakes and bubble tea.