Crime
Child Found Injured and Alone in Chicago Neighborhood
11-year-old boy taken to hospital in serious condition after incident in West Garfield Park
Cook County Crime Stoppers seeks leads in unsolved Little Village murder
Family of 24-year-old victim Itzel Gomez demands justice, as community volunteers canvass the area for new information.
Chicago Man Charged After Stolen Gun Found in Traffic Stop
Eugene Henry faces felony gun charge after deputies recover stolen firearm during South Side vehicle stop.
Weather
Pilot killed in Deerfield plane crash identified
Chester Wojnicki, 75, died from blunt force injuries after his small plane crashed into a residential area
Ground Stop Issued at O'Hare Due to Thunderstorms
Flights halted at major Chicago airport until 9:30 a.m.
Storms Forecast to Hit Chicago Area on Friday
Two rounds of storms expected, with potential for heavy rain, strong winds, and even tornadoes.
Lifestyle
Stuck Train Horn Disrupts West Side Residents' Sleep
Metra says they received multiple calls about the horn blaring overnight in Humboldt Park.
Designers Say Grout Lines Are Out in Bathroom Renovations
Larger tiles and fewer grout lines are the latest bathroom design trend.
Hundreds Gather to Honor Prominent Omega Psi Phi Member
Fraternity brothers remember Rev. Jesse Jackson's legacy of service and leadership.
Business
Capital One to lay off over 1,000 at Riverwoods facility
Second round of cuts since $35.3 billion Discover acquisition in 2025
Lifeway Foods Announces Q4 2025 Earnings
Probiotic food company reports quarterly results on Friday, March 13th
$100 million Touhy Avenue improvement project breaks ground in Des Plaines
The major reconstruction aims to reduce congestion, improve safety, and promote economic activity in the area.
Health
Cook County Health Launches Austin Health Center Advisory Council
New council to provide community input for Chicago's Austin neighborhood health center
Illinois Lottery Promotes Problem Gambling Awareness Month
Campaign urges those struggling to reach out for help
Gene Therapy Trials for Epilepsy Yield Promising Results
Groundbreaking Phase 1/2a clinical trials show first gene regulation treatment for Dravet syndrome is safe and effective.
