Mayor Katrina Thompson of Broadview declared a civil emergency due to threats linked to ICE protests, leading to a virtual board meeting and continuing tension.

Chicago Mayor Brandon Johnson joined LGBTQ+ leaders during Transgender Awareness Week, affirming support for transgender rights and honoring lost lives due to violence.

Mayor Brandon Johnson says security footage shows someone started a small fire outside Chicago City Hall late Friday. Police are investigating; no injuries were reported.

A CFD safety video shows how a deep‑fryer can go from tasty to terrifying in seconds. Officials and safety agencies urge safer alternatives and strict precautions.

Cloudflare experienced an internal service disruption affecting various websites and services, including ChatGPT and NJ Transit, with the company working on restoring service amid ongoing financial consequences.

Five Hyde Park storefronts were broken into overnight; Area One detectives are investigating multiple burglaries along East 55th and East 56th streets.

The Canadian Pacific Holiday Train with live music and charity focus, and Metra's popular Holiday Train tickets go on sale, both bringing festive cheer to the Chicago area.

Chicago Police issued an alert after a 16-year-old was robbed on the Green Line CTA platform in Bronzeville. Three suspects are sought, and vigilance is advised for transit riders.

A 54-year-old woman was shot at a CTA bus stop on West 63rd Street Monday night; police say three suspects fled in a red SUV and no arrests have been made.

Edged has broken ground on a second Aurora data center built for dense AI workloads. The 72 MW facility will use waterless cooling and aims to be online in Q2 2027.

A woman and a 9-year-old were seriously injured after a group attacked them on a South Deering sidewalk Monday; Area Two detectives are asking for tips.

Chicago business owners are on high alert after a series of robberies in the Loop, with police issuing a community alert about related incidents involving thefts under the guise of asking for water.

Chicago faces dreary weather with rain and cool temperatures, reaching a high near 42 degrees. The city will see cloudy skies and occasional drizzle, with a slight warming trend in the coming days.