Chicago's weather forecast includes showers, then clear skies and highs near 70 today. The weekend brings mixed conditions and an elevated fire risk Sunday due to gusty winds and dry weather.

The WNBA's All-Rookie Team for 2024 features Angel Reese and Kamilla Cardoso from Chicago Sky, with Reese setting a new league record. Caitlin Clark named Rookie of the Year.

A Chicago police officer and another individual were injured in a shooting in Englewood; both are stable, and the suspected shooter is also hospitalized.

Illinois AG Kwame Raoul leads a coalition urging the FRA to mandate a minimum of two crew members on most trains, citing safety and reduced accident risks.

Robert Bryant, 36, is charged with first-degree murder for a 29-year-old woman's death, with his arrest reported by Chicago Police on October 2, 2024.

The Clear The Shelters event in 2024 sees a record-breaking 2,819 pets adopted in the Chicago area, contributing to the nationwide total of 168,832 pets finding homes.

Amtrak launches a temporary train service named "The Floridian," connecting Chicago and Miami, providing passengers with an alternative travel experience including dining and private rooms.

General Motors settles for $35 million regarding Chevrolet and GMC diesel trucks' fuel injection pump issues, affecting certain models from 2011-2016. Eligible owners in various states could receive compensation or rebates for repairs.

Attorney Jeffery M. Leving has been suspended by the Illinois Supreme Court for charging excessive fees, entailing a five-month suspension with a probationary period following.

Garfield Park unveils a new basketball court honoring the 30th anniversary of "Hoop Dreams," with film's subjects Agee and Gates present at the ceremony.

A 17-year-old girl, Stephani Lopez-Ramirez, was found shot dead in Humboldt Park; her death was ruled a homicide. A person of interest is in custody, but no charges have been filed yet.

A woman died after falling from a building on Chicago's Magnificent Mile, with police investigating and an autopsy planned. Traffic was impacted but later resumed.

A wrong-way collision on DuSable Lake Shore Drive resulted in two women critically injured and a man with chest pains; the road was temporarily closed for investigation.