The Chicago Police are seeking assistance in locating 15-year-old Isabella Brown, who has been missing since December 21, 2025, and may need medical attention.

Christmas Eve in Chicago is drizzly with gray skies and mild temperatures around 44 degrees, diverging from snowy expectations. The weather is forecasted to remain cloudy and dry with a slight chance of light snow on New Year's Eve.

A federal judge ruled the U.S. Department of Education's cancellation of school mental health grants unlawful, as per a lawsuit by Illinois AG Raoul and others.

Federal prosecutors say six alleged Faceworld members are tied to 13 murders and a yearslong pattern of South Side violence and drug trafficking. The indictment details drive‑bys, a CTA bus shooting and alleged interstate narcotics sales.

Five horses died at the scene and a sixth was euthanized after escaped animals were struck by a pickup on a rural Kenosha County road; the driver was unhurt and citations are pending.

Many stores are adjusting their hours for Christmas Eve, closing early, while most will be closed on Christmas Day. Banks and mail services will also follow holiday schedules. Select Starbucks and fast-food chains may be open on Christmas.

Court rules in favor of Attorney General Kwame Raoul, restoring homeland security funds cut by the Trump administration due to immigration policy disputes.

Seven children were charged with misdemeanor battery for attacking a mother and her son in Chicago. The incident occurred near an elementary school and has raised concerns about bullying and community safety. The minors were referred for counseling.

A 54-year-old man was found shot twice on the 2800 block of South Avers after a call for a reported stabbing. He is at Mount Sinai in fair condition and police are investigating.

Hotel owners and Choose Chicago proposed a 1.5-point surcharge at large downtown hotels to fund marketing, bid incentives and a new tourism improvement district.

A new ranking puts Chicago at No. 9 for startups — strong survival rates, but the city lags in new business formation.

A computational mismatch helped researchers identify residual water blocking COF capture sites — making pores hydrophobic during synthesis restores CO2 uptake.

A 68-year-old man died early Tuesday after a fire in Bridgeport; CFD crews found him on the 3800-block of South Wallace Street and the cause is under investigation.