Chicago Neighborhood Transforms Alley Into Vibrant Artist Showcase
Homeowners in Near West Side turn their garages into a colorful, community-driven art display.
Chicago Launches Largest Community Air Monitoring Network
Woman killed, man injured in Auburn Gresham shooting
Crime
Three armed men rob man near West Loop
Victim was walking to his vehicle when robbers approached and stole his property

Rash of Honda Airbag Thefts Hits Chicago's South Side
Police warn of burglars targeting parked vehicles in multiple neighborhoods
Man Injured in Crash Near N Laramie Ave & W Thomas St in Chicago
Emergency crews responded to the early morning incident on February 3, 2026.
Politics
Chicago Mayor Faces Backlash Over City Hall Custodian Layoffs
Council members accuse Mayor Johnson of scapegoating them for budget cuts

Chicago City Hall Custodians Laid Off Amid Budget Dispute
Mayor Brandon Johnson blames new city budget for layoffs, but council members push back
CTU President Stacy Davis Gates Taking Temporary Medical Leave
Union Vice President Jackson Potter to provide leadership during absence
Weather
Chicago Braces for Potential Snow Showers Before Weekend
Lake effect snow and a quick-moving clipper system could bring minor accumulations this week.

Chicago Braces for 2 Snow Events Before Warmer Temperatures Arrive
The city will see a brief respite from the cold, but not without some wintry weather first.
Warmer Weather Ahead for Chicago Area
Temperatures expected to rise into the 30s by end of workweek
Sports
Tom Brady Praises Bears Rookie RB Kyle Monangai's Standout Season
The NFL legend highlighted the seventh-round pick's relentless running style and physical play.

Bulls Trade Coby White to Hornets in Roster Overhaul
The deal nets the Bulls an underwhelming return as they continue to reshape their roster.
Chicago Suburbs Represented in Super Bowl
Julian Love of Nazareth Academy and Robert Spillane of Fenwick High School make Super Bowl debuts
Entertainment
Chicago Fire's Pascal Faces Scrutiny After Crew Member Injury
Chief Pascal blames budget cuts and staffing shortages, but Deputy District Chief Cranston believes he made a bad call.

Former 'Chicago P.D.' Stars Halstead and Upton to Return in Upcoming Crossover
Fans are excited to see the beloved characters back in action on the One Chicago franchise.
Chicago P.D. Stars Jesse Lee Soffer and Tracy Spiridakos to Appear in One Chicago Crossover
The actors will reprise their roles as Jay Halstead and Hailey Upton for the upcoming three-show event.