The Latest Breaking News from Thompson Center

“This Jahn slash is the opening of what comes next. Trying to convey the optimism of what the future holds.”

A development group plans to preserve the building as a mixed-use property with office, retail and hotel space — and with the state retaining about a 30% ownership. The 37-year-old building has its share of problems, including leaky ceilings, temperature issues and less than desirable office…

A developer is plotting his strategy for the state-owned building as others consider how its reuse can benefit the nearby stretch of downtown.

A prosecutor called the incident, recorded by surveillance cameras at the Thompson Center, "shameful."

Masks won’t be required in grocery stores, restaurants and other gathering points, but they’ll still be required in hospitals, on mass transit and some other settings, including schools. The Chicago and Cook County public health departments indicated the city and suburbs would follow the state’s lead.