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.

Two Harvey residents were charged following an interstate incident leading to an Illinois trooper's injury; they face felony theft and other charges related to a wrong-way collision during a police chase.

A woman was critically injured in a South Shore, Chicago, apartment complex shooting. Police seek information on the incident with no arrests yet made.

Shakira and AC/DC performances were highlights of Chicago's Memorial Day weekend, filled with music and community events, complemented by increased CTA bus services.

A truck crash in Addison, which led to an explosion from a propane tank, has been deemed an accident. The driver suffered minor injuries, and several homes were damaged.

A couple was attacked and robbed by a group with a knife and pepper spray on the CTA Red Line at Printer's Row. The Chicago Police issued a community alert and are seeking information.

Chicago's Austin neighborhood unveils "Soul City West," an $8.7 million streetscape renovation aimed at improving pedestrian experience and local aesthetics.

Illinois officials encourage residents near Lake Bluffs Estates to test well water after finding 1,4-Dioxane levels might exceed safe limits, posing health risks.

Chicago Police are searching for Dion Coleman, 64, missing since October 27, 2024, and possibly in need of medical care.