Samantha Bragg, 44, was killed in a Garfield Park hit-and-run and her daughter says witnesses may hold the answers. Chicago police are asking the public for tips.

A railroad drone helped sheriff’s police arrest three men accused of burglarizing a moving freight train on Chicago’s South Side; two were caught near the tracks, one after a chase.

Light snow and cold temperatures are forecasted for Chicago with limited accumulation expected, as the city approaches New Year's events in brisk conditions.

Illinois State Fair moves to digital ticketing for 2026, focusing on convenience and security, with recommendations for using smart devices for entry. Lost Mega and Jumbo Passes won't be replaced.

The Chicago Police Department has issued an alert for a missing woman, Tanisha Riley, last seen at 2200 W 69th Street, concerned for her medical needs.

Chicago plans fireworks and celebrations for New Year's Eve 2025, with a focus on safety and transportation options, including free rides on the CTA. Chance the Rapper will host the televised event.

Thieves burglarized Restyle Design, a luxury consignment store in Barrington, taking almost all inventory, with the store and local community responding with resilience and support.

A fatal shooting in Chicago's River North left one dead and three critical; no arrests made. The incident added to the holiday gun violence tally of 28 shot, six fatalities citywide.

A crash on I-57 near Richton Park caused major delays during Monday's rush hour, with all lanes closed temporarily due to snowy conditions. Traffic resumed by 10:30 a.m. but caution was advised.

Three men were shot Sunday near West 78th Place in Auburn Gresham and taken to area hospitals. Police say the shooter fled and Area Two detectives are investigating.

The Zoning Board of Appeals approved variances for a seven‑story, 102‑key condo‑hotel at 2000 S. Clark, including a rooftop bar and no on‑site parking. Permitting is next and a construction timeline is TBA.

A 25-year-old man was shot in the leg on the 200 block of North Peoria Street; police applied a tourniquet and he was taken to Northwestern Memorial Hospital.

A 24,000‑square‑foot Avondale warehouse will become Zoomies — a year‑round indoor dog park and bar with memberships, grooming and a target summer opening.