Chicago's forecast includes rain and thunderstorms starting Tuesday, with variable weather conditions expected throughout the week, including potential hail and gusty winds. Temperatures will reach the high 60s and 70s.

Jimil Parmar from Georgia is charged with sending a threatening letter to a spiritual mission in West Chicago, with a preliminary hearing set for May 2025.

Mayor Brandon Johnson enacts Executive Order No. 2025-1 for an audit and strategic budget planning to address Chicago's financial challenges, involving a working group for sustainable reforms.

Two men died and one woman was critically injured in a South Austin car collision involving a red light runner.

Walgreens agrees to pay $350 million to settle allegations of illegally filling opioid prescriptions and submitting false claims, conditioned upon their ability to pay.

Cardinal Blase Cupich of Chicago mourns Pope Francis's death, reflects on his papacy, and prepares for the conclave to elect a new pope, while the local community honors Francis's progressive legacy.

Chicago Police warn of thefts from vehicles in gym parking lots; thieves have struck multiple times in Avondale, Belmont Gardens, and Austin since January 11, targeting valuables.

Maria Gates faces two felony charges for aggravated battery in Chicago, with a hearing set for April 21, following an incident involving serious injuries to two people.

A man was shot in the thigh on a Chicago Blue Line train; he's in good condition. The shooter is at large, and police are investigating the incident, which disrupted service.

Nickolas Watts, 19, of Chicago, faces multiple charges, including aggravated kidnapping and battery of an infant and young woman. He was arrested after incidents occurred on W. Granville Ave. and has a detention hearing on April 21st.

Chicago police issued an alert for Corderyle Medrano-Ross, 37, missing since June 15, 2023. Described with brown eyes and black hair, he's considered endangered. Public assistance is sought.

The Chicago Police Department has issued an alert for the missing 25-year-old Alejandro Contreras, last seen on April 15. He is 5'6", 230 lbs, with brown eyes and hair. The public is urged to contact Area Five SVU with information.

Chicago's weather will fluctuate with a windy and cloudy start, a midweek warm spell with chances of showers and thunderstorms, followed by a cool, dry weekend.