Brookfield Zoo Chicago launched a database with diagnostic images to aid veterinary care and conservation of exotic species, following the loss of Nakili, an eastern black rhino.

Verizon customers experienced nationwide outages, with phones entering SOS mode, affecting calls and texts. The company acknowledged the issue and engineers are working on a fix.

The Cook County GIS division released CookViewer 3.0, an app update enhancing the mobile experience with Spanish language support and new features like full PIN search and historical imagery.

Chicago police are investigating damage from apparent gunfire at Redzovic Jiu-Jitsu, a studio owned by Muslim personality Eddie Redzovic. CAIR urges treating it as a possible hate crime.

Kayla Austin created a device and app, "My Gun's Been Moved," plus a program "My Safety Circle" to address firearm safety and prevent accidental shootings.

The Illinois Department of Innovation & Technology will showcase a STEAM-themed exhibit at the 2024 Illinois State Fair, integrating the state's film heritage and educational activities.

A widespread tech outage affected various services, including airlines and banking, with significant disruptions in Chicago and globally. Microsoft's issues with its 365 services were identified as the cause.

Grubhub and Albertsons Companies have partnered to offer grocery delivery from about 1,800 Albertsons stores via Grubhub's platform and apps, aiming to provide convenience and various options to customers.

Two juveniles in Chicago are in custody for a series of robberies, including targeting a 62-year-old man. The incidents date to May 23, 2024, with the suspects aged 14 and 11.

A nurse at Westgate Elementary in Arlington Heights is suspended amid allegations of swapping students' meds, prompting a police and child services investigation. A child showed signs of drug exposure, leading a family to hire a law firm.

Uber integrates traditional taxis into its app in Chicago, offering users the option to hail cabs alongside ride-sharing services, amidst mixed reactions from industry stakeholders.

Illinois Governor JB Pritzker backs The Bloch Quantum Tech Hub in Chicago, aiming to boost the economy by $60 billion and create 30,000 jobs in the quantum technology sector.

Widespread cellular service outages affecting AT&T and Cricket Wireless customers have been reported, with providers urging the use of Wi-Fi calling until issues are resolved.