U.S. Representative Danny Davis plans to retire after 29 years in Congress, with his term ending in 2026. His departure adds to other changes in Illinois politics, with a competitive race expected for his seat.

A multi-vehicle crash on I-290 in Schaumburg, Illinois, left one dead and caused significant traffic delays until lanes reopened later in the evening.

During a police raid in Gary, Indiana, officers fatally shot a suspect after an armed confrontation. Details are unclear, and an investigation is ongoing.

Search efforts continue in St. Charles after a kayaker went missing in the Fox River. The individual fell in without a life jacket and has not been found despite a large-scale search with sonar and drones.

Illinois youth can apply for a special deer hunting opportunity at Jim Edgar Panther Creek State Fish and Wildlife Area and Sangamon County State Conservation Area, with the deadline on August 25.

AG Kwame Raoul and 22 states sue over a law defunding Planned Parenthood, alleging it harms healthcare access and violates the Constitution's spending clause.

Chicago experiences heavy rain with an 80% chance of showers, possible flash floods, and severe weather warnings, including damaging winds. Temperatures to drop with cooler air incoming.

Two Chicago hospitals, Northwestern Memorial and Rush University Medical Center, have been named in the U.S. News & World Report's 2025-2026 "Best Hospitals" list.

Chicago Police request public help to find Rolando Sanchez, 74, missing since March 1, 2024, last seen at 8100 S Exchange. He is 5'7", 150 lbs, with brown eyes, grey hair, and may need assistance.

The Chicago Police Department is seeking information on missing 16-year-old Ulises Retana, last seen on W. Harrison and possibly needing medical attention.

Chicago police warn of a fake rideshare driver sexually assaulting women, described as a male aged 35-45, using a black SUV. Victims should verify driver details.

Timothy Mason of Quincy, Illinois, was sentenced to 18 years in prison for disseminating child pornography, a Class X felony. The Attorney General's office emphasizes their commitment to prosecuting such crimes.

A man in his 50s died in an early morning fire in West Side Chicago, while 13 adults and 10 minors escaped; cause under investigation. Firefighters treated pets on scene.