Damon R. Sheffield

The Chicago Bears face the Arizona Cardinals in a Week 9 NFL game, with both teams seeking to overcome recent injuries and losses.

Macy's on State Street in Chicago celebrated the holiday season with the lighting of its Great Tree and the unveiling of its holiday window displays.

Areas of Crest Hill are currently under a boil water advisory following the aftermath of a large fire at a Joliet scrapyard. In a move reflecting the city's concern for public safety, officials issued the notice after firefighters tapped into the fire hydrants, causing a reduction in water pressure that affected residences south of Caton Farm Road. According to information provided by

Chicago residents are bracing for a wet and windy start to the week, with FOX 32 Chicago reporting that rain and potential thunderstorms are expected overnight, carrying into Monday with dipping temperatures by Tuesday. The likelihood of precipitation is pegged at near certainty, with bouts of heavy rainfall and blustery conditions promising to disrupt routines for many in the Windy City.

The Chicago Police Department has issued an alert for a string of commercial burglaries that occurred in the early hours of November 2nd, concentrated in the Loop and West Loop Gate neighborhoods. According to the CPD's official statement, the burglaries took place within a short time, spanning from approximately 4:45 a.m. to 5:15 a.m.

Search intensifies for Michael Alvarado, missing from West Town since Nov 2, last seen wearing a black outfit.

In the heated contest for the Chicago school board's 4th District seat, the dialogue is less about political affiliation and more about education policy and community representation. Karen Zaccor, a retired Chicago Public Schools teacher and union-backed candidate, finds herself squaring off against Ellen Rosenfeld, who has a mix of personal funds and contributions backing her campaign. Zaccor, with a history of advocating for an elected school board and a strong relationship with the Chicago Teachers Union, claims her alignment with the union is based on shared values, particularly regarding the provision of essential services in schools. "CTU chose to endorse me because we have the same point of view on a lot of things. So, both want, you know, social worker, nurse, counselor, librarian in every school," Zaccor told ABC7 Chicago.

The Shedd Aquarium in Chicago has reached a significant milestone as its workers voted in favor of unionizing, with a majority of over 75% in agreement, as reported by the Shedd Workers United organizing committee, according to the Chicago Sun-Times. This union drive, part of the American Federation of State, County and Municipal Employees Council 31 (AFSCME), seeks not only to improve working conditions but also to address a variety of concerns raised by the aquarium's employees.

A Tinley Park man is facing serious charges after a prolonged standoff with police on Halloween, per an announcement from Cook County Sheriff Thomas J. Dart.

As Illinois gears up to exercise its democratic muscles, there are closures to be aware of this Election Day. The state recognizes this pivotal day as a state holiday for the general election season, leading to several public facilities shutting their doors. According to WCIA, this includes public school systems across various districts like Decatur, Springfield, and Urbana being listed as closed. However, it's not one-size-fits-all - private schools retain the choice to open or close.