A Bloomingdale man was arrested for attempted armed robbery at a West Chicago gas station and is facing multiple felony charges, including unlawful possession of weapons.

President Trump commuted the federal prison sentence of gang co-founder Larry Hoover, but he remains incarcerated under a separate 200-year state sentence.

The U.S. Attorney's Office has recovered $214 million from a "pump-and-dump" scheme involving China Liberal Education Holdings, Ltd., with seven indicted.

Lawmakers in Illinois are proposing a bill to rename the RTA to the Northern Illinois Transit Authority (NITA), unify fares, and enhance security, but without addressing a $770 million budget shortfall.

Chicago experienced partly sunny skies with a high near 69°F, shifting winds, and a cool evening. The forecast includes warmer days ahead with possible showers and thunderstorms, but a pleasant weekend and warm start to the next week are expected.

A man, 53, died in a scooter accident in McHenry County after being ejected from an electric scooter; he wasn't wearing a helmet. Investigations are ongoing.

Chicago Fire Department personnel saved a 13-month-old from cardiac arrest, earning the "Community Hero Award" from Lurie Children's Hospital for their lifesaving efforts.

A phosphorus flare from a military exercise was found at Chicago's Montrose Beach, raising safety concerns as three others remain missing. Beachgoers are warned to avoid and report any found flares.

A 15-year-old boy was charged with felonies for two vehicular hijackings in Chicago. He was arrested after being identified as the assailant in an armed carjacking incident.

A vigil honors two-month-old Kayson A. Flowers in Chicago, whose death from multiple injuries was ruled a homicide. A reward is offered for information leading to an arrest.

A swamp fire in Antioch caused minor damage to a trailer park but no injuries, with multiple fire departments responding to control the blaze. Cause under investigation.

Chicago is enforcing speed limits with new cameras ticketing from June 1, with fines for drivers exceeding limits by 6-10 mph or more, as part of a safety and revenue initiative.

Chicago Police seek help finding missing teen Marvin Sanchez, 15, from New City, last contacted on May 4. He's described as a Hispanic male, 5'9", 150 lbs, with brown eyes and black hair. Public urged to call 312-747-8380 or 911 with info.