State and private loans for Illinois social equity cannabis businesses have passed $62 million, but license‑holders say the money still often falls short of what’s needed to open.

Chicago neighborhoods are on alert after burglaries targeting businesses were reported by the police, urging vigilance and prompt reporting of suspects or incidents.

Chicago police were involved in a non-fatal shooting after a traffic stop; no one was hit, and an investigation is underway. Officers are on administrative duty.

A Lake Zurich man surrendered after an hours-long standoff and was arrested on armed-violence and burglary charges.

Chicago police issued a community alert after a string of early‑morning smash‑and‑grab burglaries hit Uptown, Edgewater and West Ridge. Detectives are asking witnesses to preserve footage and call Area Three.

A 24-year-old man was shot while driving in Englewood and crashed into a light pole. Area One detectives are investigating.

A man was killed Sunday after a residential fire in Back of the Yards. Chicago police say area detectives are investigating the blaze on the 4700 block of S. Damen.

A 23-year-old man was arrested and charged with first-degree murder after a woman was fatally shot in South Shore. Police identified the suspect and say he's due in court Monday.

An 18-year-old man and woman were shot Sunday night on the 5000 block of S. Washington. Area One detectives are investigating and no arrests were reported.

Pedro Villarreal was charged in a fatal CTA train shooting in Chicago; a 44-year-old died and a 23-year-old was injured. He faces multiple felony counts.

Chicago's weather forecast predicts a mix of snow showers and chilly temperatures, with temporary warm spells, brisk winds, and a trend towards colder, snowy conditions as the week progresses.

ISP investigates an officer-involved shooting in Springfield after a traffic stop led to a shootout, with one person hospitalized and no officers injured.

All-Star third baseman Alex Bregman has agreed to a $175 million, five-year contract with the Chicago Cubs, awaiting a physical. The deal includes a no-trade clause.