In other top stories: Chicago officials noncommittal about when they'll lift mask mandate, proof-of-fax requirement; winter storm watch issued for Chicago area; and more. 

Also in the news: a young girl was found standing alone on the South Side this morning; the owners of a donut and popcorn shop in Longwood Manor are hoping customers will help them reopen; Markham using state grants to revitalize 159th Street business corridor; and much more. 

In other top stories: Chicago area congress members renew calls for gun control; Wilmette school officials may OK mask-optional policy; convicted cop killer to get new trial; and more.

Also in the news: more than two-thousand students in a northwest suburban school district will be learning from home until further notice; a new report says major improvements are needed in a north suburban school district; balloons are a popular Valentine's Day gift - but a "certain type" comes with a warning; and much more.

In other local news: more shootings over the weekend result in 3 deaths, an SVU crash leaves 5 girls hurt, community leaders ask to leave guns at home during Super Bowl weekend, and more. 

Other top stories today: a Gary police sergeant is out of the hospital, a Chicago police officer has been relieved of his power from an incident in 2018, the Chicago Auto Show begins & more.