An off-duty Munster police officer, Ryan A. Perez, died in a crash on US Highway 41 in Indiana. The Lake County Sheriff’s Department is investigating the incident.

Eureka chiropractor Carrie Musselman convicted of Medicare fraud, facing up to 30 years in prison and fines after pocketing $1.5 million through deceptive billing practices. Sentencing set for June 24, 2025.

A man died and a woman was critically injured in a domestic-related shooting in a Mount Prospect condo complex. Police are investigating the incident.

City Council Finance Committee Chair Pat Dowell responded to misinformation about Chicago's bond issuance in a recent editorial, emphasizing the city's debt management and infrastructure investment strategy.

Community alert in Chicago's North Lawndale after two home invasions occur on W. Fillmore, involving armed suspects demanding property and assaulting victims.

Chicago experiences sunshine and mild temperatures with a high near 51, but scattered showers are expected overnight with a 50% chance of precipitation.

A pedestrian was fatally struck by multiple vehicles in West Dundee, prompting road closures at Miller Road and Route 31 as the Kane County Sheriff's Office investigates.

A 19-year-old from Chicago was charged with aggravated vehicular hijacking with a firearm after a 2024 incident and was arrested by the Vehicular Hijacking Task Force.

A 21-year-old man, Anthony Jones, faces multiple charges, including aggravated battery with a firearm, following the shooting of a 19-year-old woman in Chicago.

National Margarita Day was celebrated with unique twists on the classic cocktail, including RPM Seafood's verdita juice blend and Houston's diverse offerings from matcha margaritas to Italian-inspired versions, with specials and live entertainment.

Daniel Gonzalez-Munguia pleads guilty to illegally importing the controlled substance Pentobarbital from Mexico to the U.S.

Chicago Police Department alerts about a theft in the 002nd District; a suspect is sought for stealing headphones at CTA Green Line Garfield Station on January 20, 2025. Public vigilance and information sharing are encouraged.

Chicago's police oversight head Andrea Kersten resigns amid controversy, leaving the city to balance the need for accountability with challenges in achieving it.