Crime
16-Year-Old Arrested After Hyde Park Teen Takeover Incident
Chicago police respond to large group of young people vandalizing cars and violating curfew
Buffalo Grove Woman Accused of $3.5M Fraud Scheme
Tatiana Bazer allegedly scammed victims through false claims about immigration, Ukraine, and personal emergencies.
Woman Shot During Sidewalk Robbery in Belmont Cragin
Attacker demanded property, struck victim, and opened fire, police say.
Weather
Severe Storms Forecast for Chicago Area on Tuesday
Potential for large hail and falling temperatures as cold front moves in
Chicago Faces Severe Weather Threat This Week
Multiple rounds of storms, heavy rain, and a midweek cooldown expected in the region.
Chilly Friday Gives Way to Warmer Chicago Weekend
Temperatures climb into the 60s after a cool start to the week.
Sports
Cubs Lineup Includes Shaw, Amaya, and Taillon for Game vs. Angels
The Cubs face off against the Angels with Jameson Taillon on the mound and Michael Busch, Alex Bregman, and Ian Happ in the lineup.
Bears Coach Hypes Young WR Ahead of New Season
Chicago's Ben Johnson believes Luther Burden can take his game to the next level in 2026.
Loyola Chicago Women's Basketball Coach Allison Guth Resigns
Guth led the Ramblers to their first-ever WNIT appearance and multiple postseason wins.
Lifestyle
Chicago Unveils Five-Year Homelessness Blueprint
Mayor praises former homelessness chief for early completion of comprehensive plan
Casa Yari Brings Puerto Rican Comfort Food to Humboldt Park
The beloved restaurant reopens in Chicago's 'Little Puerto Rico' neighborhood after being forced to leave its original Logan Square location.
Chicago Carpet Cleaners Urge Spring Cleaning After Winter Wear
Carpet Cleaning Group says March is the best time to address winter's impact on carpets.
Economics
Thousands of Cook County Homeowners Await $186M in Property Tax Refunds
Computer system upgrade delays leave taxpayers waiting for refunds owed by the county
Cook County Property Tax Bills Are Due: Why Do We Pay Property Taxes?
A primer on the role of property taxes in local government budgets and services
Chicago's Soaring Property Taxes Threaten Real Estate Markets
Commercial appeals shift $2 billion in tax burden to homeowners as pandemic disrupts valuations
