At least eight senior prosecutors have left the Northern District of Illinois since Andrew Boutros took over, shrinking staff and prompting concern about capacity on major cases. The office says it is hiring new attorneys to rebuild leadership.

Police released a surveillance image after a passenger was punched, robbed and allegedly stomped on a Red Line train. Detectives are asking anyone with information to call 312-745-4447.

Johnny's Dirty Soda and Snacks opened on Belmont, bringing Utah‑style syrup-and-cream sodas to Lakeview with a wall of imported snacks and $4.50–$5.50 mixes. Early tasters note some combinations are very sweet.

Moody’s Analytics warns Illinois may lose jobs and residents in 2026, with tariffs, migration shifts and fiscal strain dragging growth.

A rideshare driver and passenger were treated after picking up a package in Logan Square; HazMat crews removed the box and detectives are investigating.

Big tech warns Illinois’ strict biometric privacy rules are scaring away data‑center investment even as suburbs and utilities clash over power and noise.

A Valparaiso family says their 15-year-old was concussed during an off‑season football drill and then threatened by classmates; they plan to withdraw him and explore legal action. The district says it follows concussion protocols.

A Lombard couple says two mailed checks were allegedly altered and cashed for $11,000; they blame the local post office and point to Postal Inspection Service guidance.

Gusty northwest winds this afternoon with highs near 43°F. Small boats warned to stay ashore.

A City Council committee backed a pilot letting residents submit phone video of commercial vehicles parked in bike lanes, bus lanes and crosswalks; business groups warned it could hamper deliveries.

An 18-year-old Geneva man was killed Sunday night after being struck by a freight train near the Western Avenue crossing. Police say no foul play is suspected as investigators work the scene.

State Sen. Graciela Guzme1n and Rep. Will Davis introduced legislation to make Illinois' evidence-based funding actually deliver for underfunded districts across the state.

Palatine police say a man grabbed a child and took the youngster's cellphone around 7 a.m. on West Wood Street. Detectives are reviewing surveillance and asking residents for tips.