Catherine Lambrecht will present "History of American Pies" at the Vandalia Statehouse on April 5, exploring the nation’s pie traditions with a post-talk Q&A.

Chicago Mayor Brandon Johnson has introduced the Vehicle and Commercial Ticket Debt Relief Programs to help residents and businesses clear ticket debt without penalties by June 30, 2025, if incurred before the end of 2023.

Jason House won the Dolton, Illinois mayoral election with 95% of the vote, promising to address the village's financial issues and bring economic development.

The Illinois Commerce Commission reminds residents to call 811 before digging to prevent hitting underground utilities, highlighting the state's Safe Digging Month and enforcement actions for non-compliance.

Chicago Police issued an alert for missing person Luz 'Lucy' Espinoza, 53, last seen April 1 near 4900 block of N. Pulaski. She suffers from schizophrenia, only speaks Spanish, and is missing teeth. The public is urged to help locate her.

Illinois and other states sue HHS over a $12 billion cut in health grants, alleging the termination of funding impacts public health services and is unlawful.

The Harry Potter Shop is set to open on Chicago's Magnificent Mile, offering an immersive shopping experience with a Butterbeer bar and themed merchandise.

A house fire in Carpentersville resulted in the deaths of three boys under age three, with the community mourning and rallying in support of the family.

Illinois AG's office obtained an injunction against companies for improperly handling asbestos during a hotel demolition in Glen Ellyn; they must now create a state-approved removal plan.

A Chicago man, Miguel Roman, was denied pre-trial release for burglary and leading a police car chase in DuPage County, involving over $3,400 in stolen merchandise.

The Chicago Police Department is looking for 30-year-old missing person Devon Willingham, last seen on March 7, 2025, near the 5200 block of N. Sheridan Rd.

Community and officials advocate for ICE to release Jose Gregorio Gonzalez, who is set to donate a kidney to his brother, Jose Alfredo Pacheco Gonzalez, facing end-stage renal disease.

The article describes the volatile weather conditions forecasted for Chicago, including potential thunderstorms and high winds, with a brief outlook for the Cubs' home opener.