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Sergeant Jeremy Sikorski faces a felony aggravated battery charge after a video showed him punching a 17-year-old girl on August 9, 2026, following earlier footage of him threatening youths that led to administrative leave.
The Chicago Park District held its first town hall to address speed limits and enforcement of micromobility devices, following a new Illinois law that mandates statewide rules starting Jan. 1.
Arts Alliance Illinois urged the mayor to add $15 million to the city’s FY27 arts grant budget, aiming to broaden support for local artists and cultural groups.
Officer Bartholomew, killed at Swedish Hospital, will have his name added to the Gold Star Memorial that commemorates fallen Chicago police officers.
CDOT began the seasonal fall bridge lifts on the Chicago River to let recreational vessels travel between Lake Michigan and river storage yards, continuing its routine spring and fall schedule.
A New York investment firm will take over Chicago's parking meters after a deal with the city, ending private operator control.
A Chicago exhibit titled “Look Back to Go Forward” displays items from youth time capsules created in 2021, encouraging reflection on pandemic experiences.
The Metropolitan Water Reclamation District of Greater Chicago warned residents to delay showers and avoid laundry appliance use as heavy rain approaches, aiming to reduce flood risk. The advisory supports the Tunnel and Reservoir Plan’s management of billions of gallons of water through seven plants.
CPS released overdue referee wages, ending a strike and enabling varsity football games on Oct. 1‑2 after earlier cancellations of freshman and junior varsity games.
Morningstar will move its global headquarters to Chicago’s Thompson Center, a building Google is converting into its own Chicago headquarters.
CPS reports enrollment has fallen to 304,700, a drop of 11,500 and the lowest in over two decades, ending a period of stable or modest growth linked to immigrant enrollment in 2023‑2024.
Margaret Croke and Bryan Drew are running for Illinois comptroller in the January 2027 election, aiming to succeed long‑time incumbent Susana Mendoza.
A University of Chicago physicist and a University of Illinois environmental scientist were named MacArthur Fellows, receiving the foundation’s unrestricted grant.
The council approved a rule shifting borrowing approval to a three‑fifths vote, increasing the threshold to 30 votes. The measure, aimed at limiting debt, could lead to a fourth veto by Mayor Brandon Johnson.
A Chicago police sergeant has been charged with aggravated battery after allegedly punching a 17‑year‑old girl, resulting in a concussion.
The Chicago City Council approved a parking meter sale that includes an upfront payment and profit sharing, which officials say will benefit taxpayers. The agreement reflects a common municipal strategy to obtain immediate funds while keeping a stake in future earnings.
Chicago officials and watchdogs urged state regulators to deny Peoples Gas’ $144 million rate increase request and to reform its pipeline retirement program.
A motorist ran a stop sign in Avalon Park, striking a 47-year-old cyclist and causing critical injuries; the driver was cited on multiple traffic violations.
Four Chicago-area high schools made Niche’s 2027 top public school list, and several suburban districts also ranked among the top districts. The rankings, based on an evaluation of over 93,000 public schools, 30,000 private schools and 11,000 districts, aim to give families a holistic view of school quality.
Annual fall bridge lifts start Wednesday to move boats to winter storage, which could delay commuters on the Chicago River.
