Chicago Mayor Johnson's plan to relocate a George Washington statue has been halted, with his administration indicating a reversal of the previously reported decision.

Bubble Works event at Oak Park's Wonder Works Children's Museum drew a record crowd with lower ticket prices and new attractions like food trucks and STEM activities.

Gospelfest returns to North Chicago's Greenbelt Cultural Center featuring Nate Martin and SIGN as headliners, alongside other gospel groups, with free admission and family-friendly activities.

Two women were shot during an exchange of gunfire on Chicago's South Side; they were unintended victims and are in fair condition. No arrests have been made, and the investigation is ongoing.

Two businesses in Chicago, a liquor store, and a retail store were burglarized early Wednesday morning, with suspects at large and an investigation ongoing.

Virgil Gibson faces federal charges for two alleged carjackings in Chicago. The indictment includes carjacking, firearm, robbery, and kidnapping counts. He is presumed innocent until proven guilty.

The Chicago Police Department is seeking the public's help in finding missing 81-year-old William Kemp, last seen on July 15th near 106th and Drew. He may need medical help and could be disoriented.

Chicago Police alert of street robberies in Districts 2 and 3 involving armed suspects using a blue KIA Soul with a taped-up window, Illinois Plate #DY76545. Public urged to report incidents and stay safe.

At least 11 tornadoes struck Illinois and Indiana, causing damage and power outages, with one fatality reported. Restoration efforts continue as weather remains volatile.

Two Chicago hospitals, Northwestern Memorial and Rush University Medical Center, are ranked among the nation's best by U.S. News & World Report for the 13th consecutive year.

Congressman Krishnamoorthi and Cook County Board President Preckwinkle announced $500,000 in federal funds to revamp Central Road in Hoffman Estates and South Barrington.

The Illinois Department of Labor updated prevailing wage rates, adhering to the state's Prevailing Wage Act to promote fair wages in public construction projects.

A fire at Illinois Youth Center in Warrenville caused significant damage; no injuries were reported, and all present were safely evacuated. Investigations into the kitchen-originated blaze are ongoing.