Residents evacuated after bricks fell from an Aurora, Illinois, building facade. No injuries reported, but the incident caused street closures and affected local businesses. The Red Cross is assisting displaced residents.

One man was killed and another injured in a shooting in Brighton Park, Chicago. Gunmen opened fire on them from a white car; the suspects remain at large.

One killed and two injured in a shooting in Chicago's Humboldt Park, following an overnight argument. No arrests have been made despite a recovered weapon.

A 31-year-old man was killed in a hit-and-run accident in Chicago's Greater Grand Crossing. Police are investigating but have not yet identified any suspects.

Chicago Police are seeking help to find a missing 14-year-old girl, Priscilla Zavala, last seen wearing a green shirt in the 3700W block of 79th Place.

Chicago Police issued a missing person alert for 15-year-old Sara Akhlas, last seen on West 71st Street. She has brown eyes, black hair, and is 5'2". The public is urged to contact authorities with any information.

Chicago Police are searching for missing teen Martin Ziko, last seen on West Ford City Drive on August 1. He is 17, white, with blonde hair and hazel eyes.

Chicago experiences poor air quality for a fourth day, with no immediate rainfall expected to clear the haze. Temperatures are forecasted to be around 80 degrees.

A woman, 19, was critically injured in a shooting in Chicago's West Garfield Park. She was taken to the hospital with face and neck injuries. A person of interest is in custody, and the CPD is investigating.

26 dogs were rescued from a Chicago home following an animal cruelty complaint; no arrests have been made yet. The incident strains the city's near-capacity animal shelters.

Illinois becomes the first state to mandate annual mental health screenings for public school students from third to twelfth grade, set to start in the 2027-2028 school year.

Two men were shot in separate incidents in Chicago's Logan Square and Avondale neighborhoods, with one in critical condition. No arrests have been made.

Chicago reports a 39% reduction in carbon emissions per square foot in large buildings, detailed in its 2022-2023 Energy Benchmarking Report. Mayor Johnson emphasizes the city's commitment to sustainability.