Chicago residents enjoy the last day of mild weather before a cold front brings cooler air and possible snow showers, particularly affecting northwest Indiana and southwest Michigan. The week ahead will see a sharp drop in temperatures.

Eric Rosales, 18, from Aurora, was sentenced to six years for drug trafficking and illegal possession of firearms, including a machine gun, following a police raid.

Family-run Crepe O'Clock opened at 601 Dempster St., serving crepes, Greek pastries and coffee with a 15% discount for Northwestern students.

Village leaders and Pace are negotiating to restore Niles’ free in‑town shuttle after months of suspended service that disrupted local trips. Officials say insurance and operating costs remain the sticking points.

An officer fired during a West Garfield Park traffic stop; no one was struck and COPA has opened a probe.

Anne Pramaggiore is due to report to federal prison Monday after convictions in the ComEd bribery case; lawyers’ delay request was denied and a clemency push is underway.

A 31-year-old woman was shot and killed late Sunday in Woodlawn after someone opened fire on the car she was riding in. Area 1 detectives are investigating and no arrests were reported.

Convicted felon Deion Kidd was charged with firearm possession and denied pre-trial release in DuPage County. He faces multiple felonies and misdemeanors, including resisting arrest.

A Libertyville man sprayed deputies with bear spray during a court-ordered mental-health evaluation. One deputy was hospitalized and charges are expected.

Chicago recorded 10 homicides through Jan. 10, 2026 — a small but telling start after a historic drop in 2025.

Get Covered Illinois pushed open enrollment to Jan. 31, giving residents extra time to sign up for coverage that starts Feb. 1. Free navigators and extended call‑center hours are available.

Croke Fairchild signed a lease for about 40,000 square feet at 222 N. LaSalle, consolidating its Loop offices this summer.

AbbVie paid $650M up front to license RemeGen's RC148 outside China; the deal and a Tempe plant purchase underscore a fresh push into oncology and U.S. manufacturing.