Pritzker: City has not moved fast enough on shelter for migrants
Pritzker emphasized that the state does not run shelters, and they are the city's responsibility.
Ramova Theatre to reopen with new owners Chance the Rapper, Jennifer Hudson, and Quincy Jones
Vacant since 1985, the Ramova is set to reopen as a concert venue, restaurant, and brewpub.
Gov. JB Pritzker announces $160 million in new funding for Chicago's migrant crisis
The money from the state will be used to set up a new migrant intake center, help fund the city's plan for tent camps, and to provide support services for asylum seekers.
38 injured, 3 in critical condition in CTA Yellow Line train collision in Rogers Park
A Yellow Line train hit a piece of snow removal equipment at the Howard rail yard along its route.
House destroyed in fire in Big Rock
It was not clear if anyone was hurt, or what caused the fire.
Starbucks workers go on strike on Red Cup Day
They're calling on the company to bargain fairly on issues like staffing, pay, and benefits. They are also demanding Starbucks respect their right to unionize.
Food warehouse roof collapses in extra-alarm fire in Back of the Yards
The fire started at a warehouse near 41st and Halsted, and later spread to multiple buildings.
Opening statements begin in corruption trial against fmr. Ald. Ed Burke
Federal prosecutors said Burke "was a bribe-taker and he was an extortionist," but defense attorneys claimed "Mr. Burke never asked for anything from anyone."
Mayor Brandon Johnson says new funding coming from county and state to help with migrant crisis
"I am grateful that the county and the state have heard our advocacy – their commitment to fund this mission," Johnson said.
Deer Path Middle School teacher fired over grooming allegations
School district officials said the teacher sexually groomed a middle school student at another school district, and misrepresented his employment history when applying for his job.
Mayor Brandon Johnson's first budget easily passes Chicago City Council
The City Council approved the budget despite concerns from some alderpersons that it earmarks only $150 million to fund assistance for migrants in 2024, while the city is currently spending $40 million a month on asylum seekers.
Man charged with attacking, critically injuring woman on Magnificent Mile
Police said, around 2:10 p.m. on Monday, he threw a "large object" at a woman at the corner of Michigan Avenue and Ontario Street.
Boy on bike struck and killed by pickup truck in Aurora
Police said the 16-year-old boy was crossing Montgomery Road at Ogden Avenue in Aurora, when a Ford F-450 headed west on Ogden hit him while turning onto Montgomery.
Small plane flips over during emergency landing near Lowell, Indiana
Sheriff's officials said the plane experienced engine trouble before making an emergency landing in a farm field.
Student stabbed during fight at Proviso West High School
Police said two students got into a fight at Proviso West around 10 a.m., and one of them was stabbed in the arm.