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Then 2024 was the third consecutive year of decreasing homicides in Chicago. Data, which is updated on this page weekly, is through July 4, 2025. The number of people slain so far in 2025: 200.

A weather alert is in place for Friday and Saturday for several rounds of storms that could become severe and produce flash flooding in the area.

As of July 10 the Chicago Bears' odds of winning the Super Bowl, +4000, put them 17th in the league. The Bears failed to qualify for the playoffs last season after going 5-12.

The 2025 NASCAR Chicago Street Race will be held July 5 and 6 around Grant Park. Road closures, traffic plans, parking restrictions and more are in place.