Dense fog advisory issued in Chicago, with near-zero visibility affecting morning commute; caution advised for drivers. Weather to clear up with a warm afternoon.

A man was fatally shot in the head while sitting in a car in Chicago's East Garfield Park, and was pronounced dead at Mount Sinai Hospital. No arrests have been made yet.

A man was seriously injured in Hebron after an Isuzu Box Truck hit a tree. He was extricated and flown to the hospital in critical condition; an investigation is ongoing.

A large fight at Englewood STEM High School resulted in the arrest of five people and minor injuries to four police officers. The school was put on lockdown during the incident.

The Illinois Governor announced a new National Quantum Algorithm Center supported by IBM, aiming to make the state a leader in quantum computing and boost the economy through job creation and investment.

Sahara Woods State Recreation Area opens its trails for off-highway vehicles in Saline County, Illinois, featuring a soft opening before a winter closure.

A man was charged by Chicago police for a November murder and related crimes in the same block of his residence. He faces multiple charges including first-degree murder. A hearing is set for December 14, 2024.

The Chicago Police Department seeks the public's help to find Mary Callahan-Samuels, a missing 68-year-old, last seen on Ogden and California Avenues.

The Chicago Police are seeking public help to find Kyle Pinotes, a 41-year-old missing Asian male who requires medical attention, last seen on November 27, 2024.

Chicago's budget vote is delayed as Mayor Johnson lacks support, leading to a deferral to Monday. The mayor aims to address a $350 million shortfall but faces council opposition, particularly to his proposed property tax increase.

A crash on I-57 near Sauk Trail caused major delays and a complete road shutdown, with slow recovery of traffic flow reported by NBC Chicago and ABC7 Chicago.

President Biden exercised clemency to commute the sentences of 1,499 people, including embezzler Rita Crundwell and fraudster Eric Bloom. He also pardoned 39 individuals, aiming to give a second chance to those who have demonstrated reformation.

An 11-year-old boy was shot in the hand after a minor car crash in Chicago, with the shooter fleeing the scene. Police are investigating and seeking information.