Micromobility Rules: Gov. JB Pritzker signed a statewide e-bike and scooter law (SB 3484) creating a universal framework for where riders can go, plus age and speed limits—starting Jan. 1. Chicago Visitor Safety: City officials say they’re gearing up for a busy weekend with festivals and major events, adding street closures and crowd-safety coordination, and pushing the “If You See Something, Say Something” message. River Recreation Watch: The Fox Waterway Agency will hold its first meeting since a fatal Fox River crash near McHenry; it says it can’t comment while the investigation continues. Transit & Tourism (Out of State): U.S. Sen. Tim Sheehy urged passenger rail as a tourism boost in Montana, including a proposed Chicago-to-Pacific corridor. Travel Disruption at O’Hare: American Airlines reported a tire issue while taxiing at O’Hare; passengers deplaned and were bused to the terminal before re-departing. Local Housing Upgrade: A former Englewood school is being converted into Earle Residences, 50 units of affordable housing. Road Safety Incident: A Chicago woman faces charges after allegedly hitting a 15-year-old bicyclist in Oswego and leaving the scene.