The 9th Circuit Court upheld an injunction against a presidential order that sought to end birthright citizenship, affirming the Fourteenth Amendment's citizenship clause.

Chicago faces thunderstorms and potential urban flooding after a heatwave, as temperatures near mid-90s and heat indexes hit 103, with over 600 households losing power.

Police warn of a series of burglaries affecting Chicago businesses, with suspects smashing their way into shops and stealing cash and ATMs, urging community vigilance and cooperation.

A Chicago man was sentenced to nearly two years in prison for violating the terms of his supervised release after initial imprisonment on a gun charge.

A Dundee Township man, Jason Paul Vanderflute, faces multiple felony charges for child pornography and illegal possession of a gun, as per Kane County prosecutors and FOX 32 Chicago.

A Cook County man, Jeremiah Funches, is detained pre-trial on charges including unlawful possession of a stolen vehicle and aggravated fleeing after a high-speed police chase.

A Chicago tax preparer received a 42-month sentence for a COVID-19 relief fraud scheme, netting over $3.6 million. Farooq Khan, 31, admitted to wire fraud and must pay restitution.

Electricity bills in Northern Illinois and New Jersey are expected to rise due to the energy demands of data centers and AI advancements, with lack of transparency and renewable energy integration exacerbating the situation.

Chicago is under a Heat Advisory due to high temperatures, with safety measures like cooling centers in place. Showers and thunderstorms are also expected later in the week.

A Cessna 188 plane crashed near Ogle County Airport, Illinois, resulting in at least one death, with emergency crews attending the scene and the NTSB investigating.

Coca-Cola plans to launch a version of its soda sweetened with U.S. cane sugar in the fall, expanding its range and responding to consumer interest in natural ingredients.

Chicago Police seek information on the disappearance of Michelle Williams, last seen on July 2, 2025, near the 95th St. Red Line and Jackie Robinson Park.

The Chicago Police Department has issued an alert for Martino Ramos, a missing 27-year-old with mental health issues. He was last seen on July 18 and needs medication.