Former WBBM-TV reporter Renee Ferguson has died at the age of 75. Ferguson, the first African American woman to work as an investigative reporter in Chicago television, was an investigative reporter for WBBM from 1977 to 1983, when she went to work as a correspondent for network CBS News.

Krystal Rivera, a Gresham District tactical officer, has died after being shot in the 8200 block of South Drexel Avenue. Officers rushing her to a hospital crashed, and their car caught fire.

Chicago White Sox catcher Kyle Teel on making his MLB debut Friday: “This is a dream come true. I’m trying to soak it all in. … It’s really special.”

Chicago Mayor Brandon Johnson and his aides argued in favor of a grocery tax during a city committee meeting to replace a similar state tax set to end in 2026.

The security guard who was shot in the ER is "in stable condition with non-life-threatening injuries," according to authorities.

Chicago White Sox GM Chris Getz said “the day-to-day operations are as is” after Thursday’s announcement of a potential sale of the club to Justin Ishbia.

An attorney said individuals received a text telling them to appear for a routine case review, only to be detained shortly after.