A passenger was robbed at gunpoint on a CTA platform in River North; Chicago Police issued an alert for four male suspects aged 16-20, urging public vigilance and safety prioritization.

Chicago's weather forecast includes thunderstorms, high heat, and humidity, with temperatures peaking around 93-94 degrees midweek and possible relief by the weekend.

A drive-by shooting in Greater Grand Crossing, Chicago, left a woman dead and a man hospitalized; no arrests have been made. Detectives are seeking information.

The Chicago Yacht Club Race to Mackinac launched with nearly 300 boats, including new additions like the 'Skyline Sprint'. Despite potential storms, sailors' spirits are high.

A 1-year-old boy died after a woman allegedly drowned him in Lake Michigan on Chicago's South Side; no charges have been filed as the investigation continues.

NASCAR will pause the Chicago Street Race in 2026 to address scheduling and logistics, with plans to return in 2027. The break allows time for operational adjustments and reduces holiday disruptions.

Chicago reports a 25% drop in hate crimes in 2024, with Mayor Johnson attributing this to a holistic safety approach. However, hate crimes against Jewish residents and gay men have risen, leading to plans for public hearings and city initiatives.

A 16-year-old from Lombard is charged with planning a terror attack on an Islamic center and illegal firearm possession. He was held in custody for a court appearance.

A series of early morning violent robberies in Harrison, Chicago, prompts a police alert. Two male suspects, using a white Toyota Camry, have attacked and robbed individuals.

Steven Montano, on trial for killing Officer Vasquez Lasso, claimed his actions stemmed from "pure fear" of police due to past experiences. The defense argues for a lesser charge than premeditated murder.

Chicago faces a mix of storms and heat with thunderstorms starting Saturday and continuing through the week, per National Weather Service and ABC7 forecasts.

El Chapo's son, Ovidio Guzmán López, pleads guilty in a U.S. federal case and agrees to cooperate with investigations into the Sinaloa cartel's operations.

A man was critically injured in Chicago after being hit by an SUV as he emerged from a sewer; he suffered multiple fractures and no warning signs were posted.