CM Punk Raises Over $50,000 for Local Chicago Animal Charity
The WWE World Heavyweight Champion teamed up with a pizza restaurant to support PAWS Chicago through a specialty pizza sale.
Evanston Nonprofit Provides Overnight Shelter, Resources for Homeless
Criminal Investigation Ongoing Into Agent Who Shot Chicago Woman 5 Times
Crime
Chicago Woman Shot by Federal Agent Files Lawsuit
Marimar Martinez sues agent and federal government over October shooting incident.

Migrant on Electronic Monitoring Arrested by ICE During SAFE-T Act Outing
Wilker Gutierrez-Sierra, charged with attempted murder, was taken into custody by immigration agents while exercising his SAFE-T Act rights.
Chicago Woman Shot by Border Patrol Agent Files Lawsuit
Marimar Martinez's attorney says federal government is not telling the truth about the shooting incident.
Politics
Mayor Brandon Johnson Doubles Down on Progressive Agenda
Chicago mayor says he's keeping his campaign promises and won't change course despite pushback from business leaders.

Chicago Aldermen Form 'Accountability Commission' to Monitor Mayor's Budget Execution
The move comes amid ongoing tensions between Mayor Brandon Johnson and City Council over the 2026 budget.
CBA Releases Ratings of Countywide Judicial Candidates
Narrative explanations highlight qualifications and experience of candidates seeking Cook County judicial vacancies
Weather
Freight Train Derailment Near Chicago Ridge Disrupts Metra Service
Derailment closes roads and delays trains during morning commute

Chicago Enjoys Warm Stretch With Sun and 40s
Mild pattern continues through the weekend, with a chance of near-60-degree warmth next week.
FEMA Denies Disaster Relief for Storm-Damaged Homes in Illinois
State's appeal for federal aid to help residents impacted by severe storms last year was rejected by the federal government.
Sports
Bulls Coach Donovan Challenges New Guards to Improve Defense
Chicago's midseason roster overhaul has yet to pay dividends as the team struggles to win with its new-look backcourt.

Packers Offensive Tackle Rasheed Walker Targeted by Bears in Free Agency
Bears look to replace injured left tackle Ozzy Trapilo with Packers veteran
World's Top Squash Players Face Off in Windy City Open Finals
The $500,000 tournament concludes with star-studded matchups in Chicago's historic University Club.
Entertainment
Bad Bunny's Super Bowl Halftime Message Resonates with Chicagoans
The Puerto Rican musician's nod to Latin American countries likely struck a chord with many in Chicago's diverse population.

Timucua Amplifies Black Voices concert series kicks off in Orlando
The series aims to highlight Black artists and musicians in the local community.
Chicago Woman Completes Marathon Despite Fatphobic Doubts
Eileen Tull's solo show "Too Fat to Run" chronicles her journey to finish the 2022 Chicago Marathon.