A 15-year-old in Chicago was charged with three counts of aggravated robbery after allegedly robbing three individuals at gunpoint on a train on December 29.

A major fire broke out at the Chicago Magnesium Casting Company, making firefighting challenging due to the combustible nature of magnesium. There were explosions, but no injuries were reported, and the facility was largely destroyed.

A man jumped from a burning building in Humboldt Park, Chicago, and was taken to the hospital in fair condition with an ankle injury; nine others escaped unharmed. The cause of the fire is under investigation.

Mayor Johnson emphasized Chicago's commitment to safety and wellbeing, noting a decrease in violent crime and defending the city's immigrant-friendly policies against misconceptions.

AG Kwame Raoul leads 22 attorneys general in defending the NLRB's right to enforce unionization laws against YAPP USA's claims of unconstitutional operations.

Illinois correctional officer Danny L. Spyker is charged with engaging in sexual acts with two inmates at Federal Correctional Institution in Thomson.

Barbara Harris pleads guilty to a $1.8 million fraud scheme involving youth program funds, as announced by the Northern District of Illinois U.S. Attorney's Office.

Glenview Police investigate the homicide of James Solger, 61, after finding him fatally shot. His death was ruled a homicide with multiple gunshot wounds. No further details or arrests have been disclosed.

Ash Wednesday commences Lent in Chicago, with services and ash distribution at churches, transit hubs, and airports. The date varies yearly, with this year's on March 5.

Congress held a hearing on the sanctuary status of cities like Chicago, where Mayor Brandon Johnson defended their immigration policies, countering the GOP's view on non-cooperation with federal authorities.

Renowned Chicago prosecutor Amarjeet Bhachu, known for prosecuting high-profile cases, has resigned from his position, surprising many following recent successes.

Illinois' Heights Crematory has stopped operations amid investigations into mishandling bodies, with financial issues and unlicensed interstate transfers also uncovered.

A Cook County Sheriff's Police officer struck a pedestrian with a squad car, critically injuring them on Milwaukee Avenue in Glenview. The investigation is ongoing and witnesses are urged to contact Glenview police.