Chicago is set for warm weather with sunny skies and high temperatures near 77 degrees, mild breezes, and rising humidity towards the weekend with a slight chance of showers and thunderstorms.

Two people were injured in a hit-and-run on Chicago's Lake Shore Drive after their motorcycle was hit by a pickup truck, leading to citations against the unlicensed driver who fled the scene.

The Chicago Police have issued an alert for missing 13-year-old Payton Green, last seen on S. Western Avenue. She has pink hair, brown eyes, and was wearing a black outfit with Nike shoes. The public is urged to assist with any information.

Peach Fuzz, a children's store in Humboldt Park, is closing due to a downturn in retail sales, after six years of promoting inclusivity and community engagement.

Southside Blooms is transforming a vacant lot in Chicago's West Garfield Park into a flower farm that also provides jobs and peace of mind for local youth.

The U.S. Attorney's Office in Chicago launches a self-disclosure program allowing individuals to report their own white-collar crimes for potential non-prosecution agreements.

Joliet schools switched to e-learning due to an "unsubstantiated threat" of violence. Despite no credible evidence, in-person classes were halted, and police are investigating.

Chicago Police Department alerts rideshare drivers of a series of thefts by suspects posing as customers in Grand Crossing, involving cellphone snatching and sometimes firearm use.

A man was fatally shot and two others stabbed in Humboldt Park, Chicago. The incident occurred during a fight that led to shootings and stabbings. No arrests have been made yet.

EPA alleges ADM violated regulations during a CCS project leak in Illinois, sparking safety concerns about such projects and leading to potential legislative actions.

A 16-year-old girl was shot in the buttocks while sitting in a car on Chicago's West Side. She's in good condition; no arrests have been made as detectives investigate.

An unidentified man between 18-22 was fatally shot in the eye in Chicago's Englewood neighborhood; no suspects have been detained as police investigate.

A 29-year-old man died in a car crash on Eisenhower Expressway in Chicago after being ejected from his vehicle. The eastbound lanes were closed for two hours during the investigation.