A 22-year-old man was critically hurt in a drive-by shooting in Chicago's Back of the Yards. The incident is under investigation; no arrests have been made.

An outbreak of salmonella linked to cucumbers distributed by SunFed Produce and two other companies has affected 68 people in 19 states, prompting a recall.

The 7th Circuit Court stayed an injunction on Illinois' "Protect Illinois Communities Act," allowing the law to remain in effect during appeals, as supported by Attorney General Kwame Raoul.

Fayette County's property tax multiplier remains at 1.0000, indicating assessments are near the required one-third market value. This factor could change pending review board actions or new data.

Jacob R Kirkley was convicted for a second time for dealing in counterfeit currency and could face severe penalties including imprisonment and hefty fines.

The Chicago Police Department issued an alert for a child luring attempt in North Lawndale and is seeking information on a suspect who approached a child near 1100 S Kedzie Ave and 3200 W Roosevelt Rd.

The Chicago Police are seeking help to locate 14-year-old Alyssah Holloway who went missing on December 3. She was last seen on the 1800 east block of 72nd St. in Chicago.

Chicago experienced subzero wind chills Thursday morning but conditions improved by evening, with a gradual warming trend forecasted into the weekend.

The Mega Millions jackpot has risen to $579 million, ranking as the tenth largest in the game's history, with the next draw scheduled for Friday at 11 p.m. ET.

Chicago Public Schools CEO Pedro Martinez refuses a buyout offer, supported by over 670 principals and assistant principals urging the board to retain him for student interests.

Parents criticize Country Club Hills School District 160 for poor communication and heating problems in schools, with some parents pulling their children out of class due to cold conditions.

Rahm Emanuel, the former Chicago mayor and U.S. ambassador to Japan, is considering a return to public service and has not ruled out running for public office again.

Chicago police issued an alert for burglaries in multiple districts where businesses were broken into and robbed. Offenders used vehicles like a Black Nissan Altima for their escape.