Extreme Heat Warning: The National Weather Service kept an Extreme Heat Warning in place for the Chicago area through Thursday, with heat index values around 102–107 and little overnight relief, prompting reminders to hydrate, check on neighbors, and use cooling centers. River North Shooting: Chicago police are investigating a deadly predawn shooting near North State Street where a 30-year-old was killed and a 65-year-old was wounded; roads were closed and investigators canvassed the scene. State Police ID Request: Illinois State Police asked the public to help identify a man after a tattooed arm was found in Lake Mattoon, including a Packers-helmet tattoo. New Illinois Laws (July 1): A new batch of state changes kicked in, including minimum wage increases in Chicago/Cook County and the permanent “cocktails-to-go” law. Labor Politics: Rich Miller reports Illinois AFL-CIO’s endorsement pause is likely a negotiating tactic tied to Gov. Pritzker. Disaster Declarations: Gov. Pritzker issued disaster proclamations for multiple Illinois counties after severe storms and tornadoes. Public Safety Debate: An editorial criticized Chicago’s shift away from integrating mental health clinicians into emergency responses.