A federal judge pared a shareholder lawsuit over Walgreens’ VillageMD venture down to three statements, narrowing the litigation and putting discovery in the spotlight. The order trims dozens of alleged misstatements but leaves executives’ upbeat clinic comments facing scrutiny.

A judge unsealed deposition transcripts tied to lawsuits alleging federal immigration agents used force in Chicago — but the records haven't been posted publicly yet.

Doctors warn a viral TikTok 'fire challenge' using hand sanitizer and rubbing alcohol is sending teens to the ER with severe burns. Parents and fire officials urge caution.

An 18-year-old from Frankfort was arrested after an alleged assault at the Credit Union One Amphitheatre during a July concert. Police say surveillance footage and a forensic interview supported the victim's account.

Michigan prosecutors say a governor’s warrant has been served for Adam Beckerink, who could be returned to Chicago soon to face a first‑degree murder charge.

Peoples Gas asked regulators for roughly $202.3M in new delivery revenue, a move critics say will hike monthly bills about $10. Advocates rallied and plan to fight the filing in the ICC docket.

A 17-year-old was shot and later died Thursday on South 59th Avenue in Cicero. Police say no arrests have been made and the investigation is ongoing.

RentCafe's year‑end report shows apartment hunting got harder in 2025, with Miami and Chicago among the tightest markets and smaller metros like Fayetteville feeling the squeeze.

Homicides across Chicago’s south and southwest suburbs fell about 35% in 2025 as Cook County recorded 541 deaths — the lowest since 2014.

A 19-year-old was killed and four others wounded in three shootings along Western Avenue on Chicago’s Southwest Side; police say investigations are ongoing.

A zoning filing for Phase One of Woodlawn Central was submitted for 6230 S. Dorchester, proposing two 14‑story towers, ground‑floor retail and 20% affordable units.

Illinois AG Kwame Raoul sues the Trump administration over the freeze of $10 billion in childcare funds, alleging it is illegal and politically motivated.

Chicago matched a record high of 60°F at midnight, tying a record from 1880. A cold front followed, bringing winds and a drop in temperature, yet staying above average. Rain set a daily record, and snow is forecasted with modest accumulation.