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A free voter guide released on September 21, 2026 explains Chicago’s first election in which residents will elect the entire Board of Education, outlining voting procedures and emphasizing the historic nature of the ballot.
A 70-year-old Naperville homeowner was fatally shot while in his truck in an alley on South Calumet Avenue, Greater Grand Crossing, at 10:15 a.m. on September 19, 2026. Police are investigating the incident and have not released suspect information.
A semi‑truck jackknifed on the inbound lanes of Chicago’s Kennedy Expressway early on September 20, causing a temporary closure. All lanes were cleared and reopened shortly thereafter, restoring normal traffic flow.
Chicago police are investigating a crash‑and‑grab burglary at a South Shore gas station that occurred Sunday afternoon, reviewing surveillance and gathering evidence to identify the perpetrators.
Chicago officials have identified the man killed in a drive‑by shooting in Lawndale on September 19, 2026. The incident resulted in one fatality and remains under investigation.
An unknown shooter opened fire on two people in South Shore on Saturday night, killing a 42-year-old man and injuring a 15-year-old boy, prompting a police investigation and medical treatment at local hospitals.
On September 20, 2026, ICE agents used pepper spray on protesters at the Broadview ICE detention facility, marking the one‑year anniversary of a prior violent clash during Operation Midway Blitz. No further details on injuries or arrests were released.
Police are investigating a crash‑and‑grab burglary on Chicago’s Northwest Side in which an unknown vehicle was driven into a shop and merchandise was stolen. The Chicago Police Department is reviewing evidence and seeking information from the public.
The Chicago River Swim was canceled on September 20, 2026, due to heavy rain and a flood warning, part of a broader disruption of major Chicago events caused by severe weather.
Heavy rain over the weekend delivered up to 1.74 inches in Chicago and triggered flood warnings for rivers and creeks in the area. The National Weather Service is monitoring water levels and has issued advisories for affected neighborhoods.
The Metropolitan Water Reclamation District of Greater Chicago asked residents to reduce water use on September 19, 2026, to protect water quality and lower flood risk ahead of forecasted rain and thunderstorms.
A 17-year-old shot in the shoulder and chin drove himself to St. Bernard Hospital early Sunday and was later moved to Stroger Hospital, where he is in fair condition, according to Chicago police.
Illinois Governor JB Pritzker warned that artificial intelligence poses a danger comparable to nuclear weapons and called on Congress to enact federal safeguards.
A 14-year-old girl was critically injured in a shooting on South Laramie Avenue in Chicago's Austin neighborhood early Saturday, and is now in critical condition at Stroger Hospital while police investigate.
A 39-year-old man fell from a Blue Line platform onto the tracks near Clinton station in Chicago's West Loop at 5:55 a.m. on September 19, 2026, was struck by a train and is now in critical condition at Stroger Hospital.
A sedan collided with a light pole near a CTA bus stop in Chicago’s Beverly area on September 19, 2026, resulting in one death, according to the Chicago Police Department.
Up to three inches of rain are expected in Chicago from Saturday through Sunday, creating heightened flood risk, especially along I‑57 and I‑55. Meteorologists attribute the rain to a series of storm systems moving into the region.
Chicago police are investigating a shooting that left three men wounded outside a River North nightclub on September 19, 2026, amid the area's bustling nightlife scene.
Riot Fest cut its second day short on September 19 due to forecasted rain and storms, removing Afroman and moving headliners to start between 6:00 and 6:30 p.m., with the day ending by 7:30 p.m. in Chicago.
Chicago’s water district asked residents to limit showers, flushing and appliance use on Sept. 19 as forecasts called for heavy rain and thunderstorms, aiming to protect water quality and reduce flood risk.
