A Cook County judge will hear final evidence today in Lester Owens' bid for a new trial. Advocates say affidavits and recanted testimony raise fresh questions about police conduct.

A JPMorgan survey reported by Crain's finds Illinois firms expect revenue and profit gains for 2026 but report much lower confidence in the state's economy.

Arlina Russell, 12, was reported missing from Uptown on Tuesday. Police say she was last seen on West Lawrence and are asking for tips.

Windfall Group is converting 174 N. Michigan Ave into Pacifica on Michigan, leasing space to Genki, Kanpai Hot Pot and Velvet Taco with openings targeted for 2026–27.

Advocates and national leaders are gathering at St. Sabina to push Illinois' RIFL Act, a proposal to license gun manufacturers and create a state victim fund. Supporters call it a public‑health fix; opponents call it unconstitutional.

Jefferson Park’s Paterno's Pizza was sold to the Patel family, but the Paternos and longtime staff will stay on to preserve the menu and neighborhood feel.

The Zoning Board of Appeals cleared a variation for Growing Home’s Englewood campus, allowing a roughly 30,000‑sq‑ft processing and training building plus 26,000 sq ft of farm. The move opens the door to permitting and construction.

Two Joliet residents were arrested for stealing Funko Pop figurines valued at $5,000. They entered an apartment under false pretenses and were apprehended shortly after fleeing. Charges include robbery and residential burglary.

Chicago experiences unseasonably high temperatures with predictions of rain and potential thunderstorms, followed by a cooler weekend with possible rain and snow.

Chicago introduces a new surcharge for rideshare pickups and drop-offs in expanded "Congestion Zones," with $1.50 per trip in downtown areas and a reduced $0.60 for shared rides on weekdays.

Chicago police seek help to find missing teen Jabari Oatis, last seen on December 1 and described as a 17-year-old black male with brown eyes and short black hair.

Chicago awards $2 million in grants to local cultural institutions impacted by federal funding cuts, supporting arts and culture with a strong focus on community engagement and equity.

Two people were stabbed on a Chicago CTA Red Line platform; police are investigating with no arrests made. The Federal Transit Authority has criticized CTA's safety measures.