Chicago, IL news on Tuesday, October 13, 2026

In Chicago, IL on Tuesday, October 13, 2026: Blackhawks host Penguins today; Bedard may make debut. Also: Police in New Lenox have made an arrest in the armed robbery of a Verizon store; Roseland Community Hospital workers held a vigil to save the labor and delivery department. Weather: Expect 65 to 78°F with mostly cloudy skies, about 0.13 inches of rain, and winds up to 11 mph.

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Headlines

Blackhawks host the Penguins today; Connor Bedard is expected to make his season debut.PensBurgh

News & local government

Early voting in West Chicago begins October 19.City of West Chicago, Illinois
Chicago Heights has published a 2026 voter guide covering what residents need to know.Patch
Record highs are possible Monday before storms and a cold front move through the Chicago area.Patch

Safety & emergencies

Police in New Lenox have made an arrest in the armed robbery of a Verizon store.Patch

Events & going out

Chicago's weekend listings include Chicago Fashion Week, a Latino dance festival and fall festivals.Block Club Chicago
Five films are highlighted to watch at the Chicago International Film Festival.Geeks of Color
The 37th Rhinoceros Theater Festival runs September 20 to October 26 at four Chicago venues.Choose Chicago

Business & new openings

Illinois fuel prices have ticked lower but remain elevated.The Center Square
The Illinois Department of Agriculture is planning its first Illinois Product Expo in Chicago.Radio Monmouth, IL

Housing & real estate

Chicago's housing market is showing a surprising shift in buyer behavior.Patch

Health & care

Roseland Community Hospital workers held a vigil to save the labor and delivery department.Patch

Sports

Culture & arts

Chicago videographer Emiliano Abedini earned six 2026 Chicago/Midwest Emmy nominations.Kitsap Sun

Community & volunteering

A Chicago activist spoke on environmental justice at an Evanston NAACP event.Evanston RoundTable

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