A Chicago man was convicted in London for the murder of a UK woman he dated, involving a dispute over STDs and culminating in stabbing and strangulation.

Research indicates GLP-1 drugs like Ozempic may not reduce the risk of obesity-related cancers, contradicting earlier studies. Longer-term studies are needed to fully understand their effects.

Chicago Mayor Brandon Johnson launched the Returning with Hope Microgrant program, granting $600,000 to smaller reentry organizations for enhanced support services.

Chicago Mayor Brandon Johnson attended various holiday events, supporting toy and coat drives, promoting local businesses, and discussing crucial topics with the community.

Gov. Pritzker will sign a bill in Chicago expanding protections for immigrants — barring some courthouse arrests and creating new private legal claims.

An apartment fire in Skokie displaced several families, causing panic and damage, especially on the third floor. The cause and injuries are unreported, with investigations ongoing.

A man was found shot to death early in the morning in a Chicago alley. He was pronounced dead after multiple gunshot wounds and remains unidentified. No arrests have been made, and police are investigating.

The FTA threatened to withhold funding from the Chicago Transit Authority unless safety is improved, following violent incidents on CTA property, including an assault on a bus rider.

A new Kids First Chicago poll finds two-thirds of residents unaware the school board will be fully elected in 2027, prompting calls for earlier bilingual outreach.

Two inmates died in Cook County Jail over the weekend. Families and attorneys want answers as state police investigate and the medical examiner runs tests.

Rock Falls asked a judge to pause enforcement of a $31.5M verdict in the death of Lt. Garrett Ramos as the city hires appellate counsel and warns the award exceeds its insurance.

A repeat offender was ordered jailed after prosecutors say he attacked a cardiologist in a Northwestern Memorial elevator, leaving her with facial and head injuries.

Five Chicago restaurants — Ever, Smyth, Alinea, Oriole and Boka — landed on La Liste’s 2026 Top 1,000. The recognition highlights Chicago’s mix of theatrical tasting rooms and farm‑forward kitchens.