Carolina Garibay

The Northbrook Police Department has opened an investigation after it says antisemitic graffiti was found at a home over the weekend. The incident came less than one week after police said antisemitic messages were displayed on billboards.

Friends, classmates, and teachers welcomed back Myla Kramer as she arrived for the first day of school at Coal City Middle School— after she arrived with a police and fire escort. Myla had a heart transplant this past summer.

The 1 million dollar grant from the McCormick Foundation will help the museum turn an old fire station in Little Village into a creative space for its youth program Yollocalli Arts Reach.

Teachers in suburban Crystal Lake have avoided a strike after approving a new contract this week, after one year of negotiations. Crystal Lake Elementary School District 47 and its teachers union approved a contract.

Narcan, a drug that can reverse opioid overdoses, is now available in vending machines in various Cook County facilities. Dr. LaMar Hasbrouck with the Cook County Department of Public Health said it’s about “allowing them to live another day.”

Authorities in Skokie are searching for the driver involved in a hit-and-run that killed a man Sunday afternoon. Skokie Police said Alfred Slivo, 78, was killed while crossing the street near North Crawford Avenue and Kirk Street.

Members of the Southwest Environmental Alliance say the mayor has been neglecting their demands to block an operating permit for Sims Metal Management in Pilsen.

It may not feel like the holiday season outside, but at the Macy’s on State Street, holiday preparations are unfolding. “Chicago during Christmas is truly magical,” said Macy’s Manager Matt Sarosy.

Ahead of Mayor Brandon Johnson’s budget address to city council on Wednesday, South Side residents urged the mayor to support calls for housing protections to support residents who have seen housing costs rise as the Obama Center nears completion.

Chicagoans looking to celebrate Day of the Dead this weekend can head to Pilsen for a special 5k fundraiser. Thousands of people will be racing through the streets of Pilsen this weekend for the annual Carrera de los Muertos, or Race of the Dead.