Photos show Evergreen Garden at 2128 S Tan Court has risen to the fourth floor. Visible shoring and sparse activity have left the project's timeline unclear.

A 37-year-old woman was killed and a 17-year-old was wounded after gunfire struck a Chatham home early Friday. Area 2 detectives are investigating.

A large tornado swept across Merrillville and Hobart Thursday night, with Doppler radar showing debris signatures and no immediate reports of injuries. Officials will survey damage over the coming days.

Teva completed its purchase of Chicago‑based Emalex, paying $700M up front and positioning ecopipam—an effective Phase 3 Tourette candidate—for an NDA in the second half of 2026.

Disability groups and two Chicago residents filed a federal suit June 11 aiming to stop Illinois’ new medical aid‑in‑dying law, saying it discriminates against disabled people.

Sheriff's police say a 42-year-old Chicago man tried to sexually assault a woman in a car in unincorporated Stickney Township. Prosecutors charged him with multiple felonies.

The National Weather Service confirmed a large tornado near Streator Thursday evening; Doppler radar showed debris signatures and warnings covered LaSalle and Livingston counties.

Kane County prosecutors say a dating‑app video showing sexual activity in the presence of a toddler led to felony charges for two Aurora residents. Court appearances are set for June 17.

Sunny, breezy Friday with highs near 80°F. Scattered, possibly severe thunderstorms could arrive Saturday night.

A 24‑year‑old is accused of taking part in multiple predawn smash‑and‑grab burglaries that targeted video‑gaming terminals across Chicago’s west and southwest suburbs.

ICE detained a man near Los Portales in Chicago Heights, spooking customers and prompting rapid‑response volunteers to mobilize.

City lawyers recommend a $650,000 settlement for two women seriously hurt when a car being chased by Chicago police ran a red light and struck their vehicle in Brighton Park.

Senators Durbin and Duckworth urged DOT to extend federal funding for the long‑promised Chicago–Quad Cities Amtrak line ahead of a July 31 deadline.