Chicago street festivals face financial strain, with costs for security and services rising and donations declining, threatening the sustainability of these community events.

A tentative property assessment equalization factor of 1.0786 for Calhoun County has been announced to align assessments with market value, affecting local tax bills.

Families sue Arlington Heights School District 25 over a former nurse's mishandling of student medications, with accusations of negligence and demands for damages.

Illinois Governor Pritzker criticizes Trump administration for undermining public safety with cuts to federal anti-violence programs, while local initiatives like Chicago's Peacekeepers Program show success in reducing violence.

Chicago's City Council approves new development projects including landmarking the WAX TRAX! building and mixed-income housing initiatives, a community center, and park improvements.

A man was attacked by four individuals in the Loop, Chicago; he sustained leg and facial injuries and is in fair condition. No arrests have been made.

Illinois reports a record high in nonfarm payrolls with 14,800 new jobs in March, while the 4.8% unemployment rate remained stable. Growth varied across sectors, with government jobs leading the increases.

A 28-year-old man named Kevin Patel was fatally shot in Chicago's Lincoln Park. Despite aid from neighbors, he died of his injuries. Local safety concerns have risen, with calls for increased police patrols. No arrests have been made yet.

Chicago Police seek help finding Unique Simpson, a 15-year-old girl missing from the South Side since April 13, last seen near the University of Chicago Hospital.

Illinois AG Kwame Raoul joined a lawsuit with the FTC to block a merger between GTCR and Surmodics, citing potential harm to competition in the medical device coatings market.

Grundy County, Illinois maintains balanced property assessments as indicated by a state-issued multiplier of 1.0000, reflecting adherence to legal standards for taxation.

Chicago police charged Catherine Perry with first-degree murder and attempted arson in connection with a fatal stabbing in October 2024. Her detention hearing is set for today.

Chicago anticipates a mix of weather, including possible severe thunderstorms and strong gusts, with varying chances of rain leading into Easter and fluctuating temperatures.