Chicago Police to increase patrols in the Near North District to deter impaired driving, with a DUI Saturation Patrol scheduled for January 17 from 6 p.m. to 2 a.m. They will also monitor speed and safety belt violations.

Authorities arrested 49-year-old Rami M. Gabriel after a social-media tip led detectives to devices that allegedly contained dozens of child sexual abuse images, officials say.

The Cook County Board approves funding for transportation upgrades, including road, sidewalk, and lighting improvements in Bellwood, Hillside, and Maywood.

A 41-year-old man was fatally shot in the neck in Chicago's North Lawndale neighborhood; no suspects are in custody, and police are seeking public assistance.

Superfoods Inc. has recalled its Live it Up Super Greens powder due to a salmonella outbreak affecting 45 people in 21 states, with instructions to discard the product or seek refunds.

Chicago celebrated a record 13 million shared bike and scooter trips in 2025, with Mayor Johnson and CDOT noting a rise in micromobility and expansion plans.

A FAA ground stop briefly held inbound flights at O'Hare Friday as quick snow bands moved through Chicago. Delays were reported and a brutal cold snap is on the way.

A Chicago Streets and Sanitation tow truck driver has pleaded guilty after prosecutors say he and others took three vehicles while on duty.

A 31-year-old woman was critically wounded after a drive-by on South Menard Avenue; investigators say no arrests have been made and the probe is ongoing.

A DeKalb man on electronic monitoring allegedly stole $2,642 from a Willowbrook Target, fled in a stolen pickup and was arrested after a crash during a multi‑agency pursuit.

Chicago opens its first women's reentry support center, a part of Mayor Johnson’s initiative for community safety and addressing the unique needs of justice-impacted women, including mothers and domestic violence survivors.

The University of Illinois trustees approved a modest tuition increase for incoming freshmen at UIUC and UIC, along with higher housing and fee rates. Current in‑state students keep their four‑year guarantee.

Chicago’s commercial investment volume rose modestly in 2025, led by a multifamily rebound and steady industrial and retail deals. The market is still far below peak dollars.