Mekel Gordon, 24, was charged with sexual offenses after an attack on a woman on a CTA Yellow Line train in Evanston. The woman fought off Gordon, who later admitted involvement when captured.

Chicago Police have issued a missing person alert for 29-year-old Robert Hotz, last seen near 100 W Randolph Street, potentially requiring medical attention.

Allcare Discount Pharmacy in Chicago settled a lawsuit for $250,000 over alleged violations of the Controlled Substances Act, following DEA findings of poor record-keeping and illegal pill diversion by its staff.

Chicago suburbs lifted a shelter-in-place order following a car theft attempt, chase, crash, and manhunt for armed suspects; most were caught, and the area is clear.

A man was killed by a Metra Electric train near McCormick Place, causing significant delays and cancellations.

Chicago police seek two suspects involved in a burglary at a Garrett Popcorn Shop in Chatham, with no arrests made despite the store resuming operations.

The Little Village community in Chicago held its 86th Mexican Independence Day Parade, expressing solidarity and defiance amid immigration enforcement concerns, with reduced attendance and heightened security measures observed.

Illinois Attorney General Raoul announced the death of former Governor Jim Edgar, praising his bipartisan work and legacy of leadership and integrity.

A 17-year-old boy was fatally shot by a group of eight men in Chicago's Uptown neighborhood. Despite medical efforts, he died from multiple gunshot wounds. No arrests have been made, and the investigation is ongoing.

Chicago Police seek help to find Harold Pineda, 34, who's been missing since August 11, 2025. He is Hispanic, with brown hair, blue eyes, and a scar under his right eye.

Four men were wounded in a shootout in Chicago's North Austin neighborhood, leading to the arrest of two suspects. Police discovered the scene while on patrol.

Chicago police issued a missing person alert for Fouzy Samhan, last seen on W. Chicago Ave. Authorities seek public's help as Samhan may need medical attention.

A Chicago alderman's office was targeted with a dead rat and anti-immigrant note amid growing immigration tensions.