Chicago, IL news on Friday, October 30, 2026

In Chicago, IL on Friday, October 30, 2026: Bears trade DT Simmons; Halloween forecast tonight. Also: Chicago Bears stadium saga takes another unexpected turn in negotiations; Man found dead inside burning car on Chicago's South Side. Weather: Mostly cloudy and cool today with temperatures between 51-57°F and light winds; no rain expected.

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Halloween 2026 forecast for Chicago area released; check conditions before trick-or-treating tonight.Patch · Oct 30, 10:32 AM

News & local government

Chicago Bears stadium saga takes another unexpected turn in negotiations.Larry Brown Sports · Oct 30, 7:08 AM
Illinois governor's race between JB Pritzker and Darren Bailey enters final days.ABC7 Chicago · Oct 29, 4:46 PM

Safety & emergencies

Man found dead inside burning car on Chicago's South Side.Patch · Oct 30, 10:52 AM

Sports

Chicago Bears acquired defensive tackle Jeffery Simmons from Tennessee Titans in trade.Patch · Oct 30, 9:48 AM

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