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A tech coalition sued Illinois on September 11, 2026, contesting new taxes on social‑media and digital ad revenue as unlawful and beyond state authority. The case could affect how states tax the digital economy.
Chicago’s budget chair warned of an $882 million shortfall, citing pension costs and potential tax measures as key issues, and announced upcoming council deliberations to address the deficit.
Chicago police issued a public warning on September 13, 2026, and began a manhunt for an unidentified male suspect accused of sexually abusing multiple women in the Avondale neighborhood. Authorities are urging community members to stay alert and report any information that could aid the investigation.
A 15-year-old girl was arrested and charged with murder, mob action and felony assault after allegedly pushing a man off a moving Red Line train in Chicago on September 7, 2026. She is being held without bail following a September 13 Cook County court hearing.
Police are investigating the fatal shooting of a 22‑year‑old man in Fuller Park after multiple gunshots fired from two passing vehicles killed him at the scene; no arrests have been made.
A man stole a USPS delivery truck in Chicago’s Loop on September 12 after the driver stepped out, leading to a police chase that concluded when the stolen vehicle sideswiped another car.
A Sunday afternoon mass shooting in Humboldt Park left one person dead and six injured, with police investigating multiple gunmen and two vehicles linked to the incident.
A man was injured after an argument inside a West Loop business escalated into a shootout on September 13, 2026, prompting a police response and ongoing investigation.
A string of intense tornadoes in summer 2026 devastated parts of Illinois and Indiana, prompting experts and officials to evaluate damage, revise building standards, and enhance preparedness measures across affected communities.
Incumbent Mayor Brandon Johnson announced on September 13, 2026 that he will run for reelection, joining a crowded field ahead of the 2027 Chicago mayoral race.
A 50‑ton boulder discovered during routine maintenance at O’Hare International Airport was excavated and removed on September 12, 2026, ensuring runway safety. Airport representative Patty Wetli confirmed the operation was completed without disrupting flight operations.
Three people were shot on South Campbell Street in Chicago Lawn on Saturday night, leaving a 37‑year‑old woman in critical condition and two men injured, who were taken into police custody.
Chicago-area neighborhoods held unity‑focused ceremonies on September 11, 2026, marking the 25th anniversary of the 2001 terrorist attacks, part of nationwide memorial events.
A federal jury on September 12, 2026, acquitted rapper Lil Durk of all murder‑for‑hire charges related to a 2022 killing near Chicago’s Beverly Center, ending the federal case against him.
A suburban 34-year-old woman was rescued from Lake Michigan near Monroe Harbor on September 11, 2026, but was later pronounced dead, and city officials have now identified her.
Chris Clark expanded his pandemic tennis‑lesson side gig into Toss and Spin, delivering over 8,000 classes and now seeking AI to manage 50‑100 daily inquiries. The move reflects a broader Chicago small‑business shift toward AI for post‑pandemic efficiency.
The Justice Department prosecuted 102 protesters from four major cities for felony assault on federal agents, but convictions were secured in only twelve cases, marking a lower success rate than usual.
Chicago firefighters were photographed by Ashlee Rezin on September 11, 2026, commemorating the 25th anniversary of the 2001 attacks, highlighting the city’s ongoing remembrance of the event.
Students Run Chicago held a 14‑mile training run on Saturday to ready first‑time high school runners for the upcoming Bank of America Chicago Marathon, continuing its mentorship‑based preparation program founded in 2014.
Judge Patrick Stanton appointed a receiver to manage West Suburban Medical Center and Weiss Memorial Hospital after months of ownership and landlord disputes involving Resilience Healthcare and individual parties.
