Founders Table acked by L Catterton cquired Chicago's Protein Bar & Kitchen; CEO Jeff Drake will stay on as the brand eyes faster airport and franchise growth.

Former Vice President Kamala Harris will keynote Chicago's MLK interfaith breakfast next Monday, Mayor Brandon Johnson said. The event's theme centers on defending democracy.

President Trump cuts $2 billion from mental health and addiction services, prompting criticism from Chicago’s Mayor Johnson and CDPH Commissioner Ige, especially as Chicago reports progress in reducing overdose deaths.

Kristen Pierce-Sherrod, CEO of Harold's Chicken Shack in Chicago, passed away at 55, leaving behind a legacy of culinary excellence and community service.

Chicago Police seek help finding Samantha Stamps, last seen Jan 2. She's 56, 5'4", has a medium complexion, and may visit S. Spaulding or Roosevelt/Cullen areas.

Chicago businesses in multiple districts hit by a series of burglaries involving sledgehammers and pry bars, with losses of cash and merchandise. Police seek tips and urge security measures.

Registration opened for the Chicago Polar Plunge, set for March 1 at North Avenue Beach. Participants are asked to raise $200 to benefit Special Olympics Illinois.

A Lake County jury convicted 30-year-old Hakeem Pittman on multiple child-molesting charges tied to abuse in East Chicago. Sentencing is set for Feb. 12, 2026.

DuPage prosecutors charged a Bloomingdale man after Ace, a 4‑year‑old emotional‑support pit bull, was found dead; a University of Illinois necropsy found blunt‑force trauma.

Chicago’s Finance Committee advanced backing for a roughly $25.2M HUD loan, secured by CDBG funds, to try to restart the long-stalled Congress Theater renovation in Logan Square.

Chicago Police are searching for missing 13-year-old Alia Marie Lozano-Gaytom, last seen on 2600 block of W. 36th St.

A $42.2M plan for a multipurpose athletic and cultural hub at 2905 W. Madison would bring an indoor baseball diamond, studios, classrooms and a rooftop deck to East Garfield Park.

Bellerose Garden Apartments in Glenwood sold for roughly $11.9M after a renovation-driven repositioning led by Real Realty.