Malcolm X College in Chicago plans a $17.5 million expansion in Austin to accommodate an enrollment surge, increasing capacity by 50%. The new West Campus will focus on healthcare education and include a Community Center for Training and Learning.

Chicago Mayor Brandon Johnson negotiates to lower a proposed $300 million property tax hike, considering alternatives like increased fees and taxes after budget talks with City Council members.

Cook County official Samantha Steele faces a misdemeanor DUI charge after a collision in Chicago's Uptown area, with police reporting signs of intoxication.

The forecast for Chicago includes a mix of clouds and sunshine with mid-50s temperatures, dropping at night. Rain showers are expected to return on Wednesday and Thursday, with a clearer and warmer weekend ahead.

The Pitchfork Music Festival will not return to Chicago in 2025, ending its near two-decade presence in the city due to changes in the music industry.

An Illinois woman found a $1 million lottery ticket in her purse that she had forgotten about after purchasing it at a grocery store.

Two University of Chicago students were robbed at gunpoint near campus, with the suspects escaping in a black sedan. No injuries were reported, but the incident prompted a reminder for increased vigilance.

Metra unveiled a military-themed locomotive to honor veterans, featuring designs like a bald eagle, the American flag, and military silhouettes. The concept was created by a Metra designer and will rotate across various lines.

Community and officials in Mount Greenwood, Chicago gathered to honor fallen Officer Enrique Martinez at St. Christina Church, reflecting grief and support in the wake of his on-duty death.

Illinois Treasurer's office mailed checks from its unclaimed property vault to 140,000 individuals, aiming to return over $5 billion in assets such as dormant bank accounts and overpaid bills.

Chicago celebrates Veterans Day with events such as a Soldier Field ceremony, becoming a Purple Heart City, and hosting parades and local tributes, alongside special offers for veterans.

Ella Jenkins, a celebrated children's music advocate known as the "First Lady of Children’s Music," has passed away at 100, leaving a profound legacy.

Megan S. Valentine is charged in the shooting death of her husband, Illinois Judge Michael J. Valentine, at their home.