Country artist Jake Owen will perform at the Illinois State Fair on August 8, with tickets available May 17. The event coincides with Agriculture Day, offering an ideal setting for his summer-themed music.

Attorneys General, led by Kwame Raoul, filed lawsuits against the Trump administration over imposed immigration enforcement conditions on federal funding.

A pedestrian was struck by a vehicle on I-57 near Calumet Park, causing significant northbound traffic delays with all lanes closed for investigation.

Representative Raja Krishnamoorthi is running for the U.S. Senate seat to be vacated by Senator Dick Durbin. With a significant campaign fund, he aims to focus on policy and economic stability, while combating cuts proposed by Elon Musk and others.

Chicago Police are seeking help to find missing 15-year-old Ariyah Caldwell-Anderson, last seen on S. Loomis Ave. She has brown eyes, blonde hair, and a medium brown complexion.

Illinois honored a fallen firefighter and recognized others for exceptional service in a ceremony attended by Governor Pritzker and State Fire Marshal Rivera. Awards were given for bravery, teamwork, and lifesaving efforts.

Chicago Police seeks public aid in finding Jessica Bertsche, last seen on April 28, 2025, near Palmer House Hotel. She is 5'4", has brown hair, eyes, and a tattoo on her right hand. Call 911 or 312-747-8380 with info.

Chicago Police Department has issued an alert for missing 16-year-old Kennedi Showers, last seen May 5, 2025, with requests for public assistance in locating her.

An Illinois online player won over $1.3 million in the Cash Castle FastPlay game, marking the second-largest jackpot for the game as reported by state lottery officials.

The Trump administration agreed to fund its share for a $1.2 billion barrier system to prevent invasive carp from entering the Great Lakes, resolving a standoff with Illinois Governor JB Pritzker.

A multi-vehicle crash in Bolingbrook resulted in four injuries, two critical, leading to a closure on Boughton Road during the morning rush hour. Firefighters extinguished a vehicle fire and transported the injured. The cause is under investigation.

Illinois State Police investigate an early morning shooting on I-90, causing no injuries but leading to traffic delays.

The National Bobblehead Hall of Fame in Milwaukee released bobbleheads of Pope Leo XIV, the first US-born pope, joining a range of Chicago-themed merchandise.