Chicago's weather forecast includes thunderstorms, high heat, and humidity, with temperatures peaking around 93-94 degrees midweek and possible relief by the weekend.

A 1-year-old boy died after a woman allegedly drowned him in Lake Michigan on Chicago's South Side; no charges have been filed as the investigation continues.

A 16-year-old from Lombard is charged with planning a terror attack on an Islamic center and illegal firearm possession. He was held in custody for a court appearance.

Steven Montano, on trial for killing Officer Vasquez Lasso, claimed his actions stemmed from "pure fear" of police due to past experiences. The defense argues for a lesser charge than premeditated murder.

Chicago faces a mix of storms and heat with thunderstorms starting Saturday and continuing through the week, per National Weather Service and ABC7 forecasts.

Ronald W. Martin was arrested after two were found dead in Sheridan, Illinois, following a reported shooting and house fire. Autopsies are pending, and Martin faces six counts of first-degree murder.

The Illinois Department of Revenue has announced a property assessment equalization factor of 1.0000 for Saline County, aiming for fair tax distribution without altering individual tax bills.

A 17-year-old male was charged with aggravated vehicular hijacking and possessing a stolen vehicle in Chicago. He was arrested for carjacking a man at gunpoint.

Four people were injured in a collision involving an SUV and a CPD patrol car in Chicago's Washington Park neighborhood. No citations were issued, and the investigation is ongoing.

Illinois Governor JB Pritzker announced the allocation of $5 million in grants to fire stations for upgrade and construction projects, prioritizing community safety and support for rural fire departments.

A manhunt is underway in Sheridan, Illinois after a deadly house fire; two people died, and one was injured. Authorities are seeking the armed suspect.

The National Weather Service warns of dangerous conditions on Lake Michigan, advising against swimming due to high waves and life-threatening currents following severe storms.

Alexia Telles was sentenced to 30 years for the first-degree murder of Annissa Ellen-Williams after pleading guilty. The Oswego woman's attempt to stage the murder as a suicide was exposed by forensic and digital evidence.