Chicago, IL news on Thursday, October 29, 2026

In Chicago, IL on Thursday, October 29, 2026: Bears stadium deal closer; REAL ID office closing. Also: Bears appear close to stadium deal in Illinois, with Arlington Heights as favored location; Chicago REAL ID Supercenter closes end of year; get yours before deadline. Weather: Mostly cloudy and mild today, 57–66°F with light winds.

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Headlines

Bears appear close to stadium deal in Illinois, with Arlington Heights as favored location.Patch · Oct 29, 1:47 PM

News & local government

Chicago School Board president candidates discuss budget balancing priorities.Patch · Oct 29, 11:44 AM

Safety & emergencies

Loaded stolen handgun recovered from man's backpack during traffic stop in Plainfield.Patch · Oct 29, 4:35 PM

Events & going out

Wintrust Magnificent Mile Lights Festival returns to Chicago in November.ABC7 Chicago · Oct 27, 2:00 AM

Shopping & deals

$7.4 million Lotto ticket sold at BP gas station on Archer Avenue in Garfield Ridge.ABC7 Chicago · Oct 29, 3:54 PM

Community & volunteering

Chicago launches Market City Initiative to expand food access on West Side.West Suburban Journal · Oct 29, 8:55 AM

Notices, lost & found

Chicago REAL ID Supercenter closes end of year; get yours before deadline.Secret Chicago · Oct 29, 11:37 AM

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