Illinois is investing $67 million to promote climate-friendly farming, offering incentives for no-till and strip-till practices. The initiative is part of the state's broader climate action, backed by a $430 million grant for various projects.

Sister Jean Dolores Schmidt, the cherished 106-year-old chaplain of Loyola University Chicago's men's basketball team, has died, leaving a legacy of faith, service, and spirited support.

Mild weather is expected in Chicago, with temperatures in the mid to upper 60s and a chance of showers. The weekend should be partly sunny with similar temperatures.

A car struck a cyclist in Cary, resulting in critical injuries. The incident, involving a Honda Civic and a 69-year-old man, is under investigation by the McHenry County Sheriff’s Office.

A Chicago woman, Andrea Thomas, faces felony child endangerment charges after the death of a 2-month-old boy, with her detention hearing set for October 10, 2025.

A 17-year-old is charged with first-degree murder in Chicago for a fatal shooting. His name is withheld because of his age. The investigation is ongoing.

Chicago Police warn of vehicle break-ins in South Chicago neighborhoods, with unknown males smashing car windows to steal valuables during early hours.

A woman was fatally shot by police in Alsip after pointing a replica gun at them; the incident followed her threatening 911 calls and is under investigation.

A 74-year-old woman was hit and pinned by a car in a Walmart parking lot in Joliet, resulting in serious injuries.

A man named Willie Perkins is charged with attempted murder related to a Chicago shooting in July, with his arrest conducted by Chicago Police and U.S. Marshals.

Illinois wheat producers to elect representatives to the Illinois Wheat Development Board; some districts lack candidates, but write-ins are possible. Voting is on October 30, 2025.

Heavy rains caused flooding and accidents on Chicago expressways, disrupting Tuesday's commute, with warnings issued for the Cicero exits on the Stevenson Expressway.

An alleged Latin Kings member in Chicago was charged with solicitation to murder a law enforcement official after offering money via Snapchat for the official's information and death.