Lion Electric has laid off about 400 workers and suspended operations at its Joliet, Illinois, facility, impacting the state's aim to become an electric vehicle hub.

Four people, including three children, were injured in a crash near Guaranteed Rate Field in Chicago; victims are in good condition and an investigation is ongoing.

A missing juvenile alert was issued by the Chicago Police for 15-year-old Lajadedrea Luckey, last seen two months ago near the 9400 block of South Parnell Avenue. The public is urged to contact the Special Victims Unit with any information.

Chicago Police have issued an alert for a package theft in Uptown, seeking help to identify a male suspect caught stealing from an apartment lobby on surveillance footage.

The article summarizes Chicago's variable weather forecast, featuring mild temperatures, a cold snap with potentially record lows, and a weekend warm-up with precipitation chances.

United Airlines took over 65 children with illnesses and their families on a "North Pole" themed Fantasy Flight from O'Hare, marking 35 years of the tradition for holiday joy.

A man was charged with arson after a fire at Lincoln Park Zoo's Cafe Brauer that injured a firefighter. He allegedly ignited propane in a storage area. Animals were unharmed.

An Illinois appellate court overturned the murder conviction of Wyndham Lathem, citing a violation of his Sixth Amendment rights, leading to plans for a retrial.

Chicago experiences mild December weather with highs near 56 degrees, but a cold front will bring an Arctic chill and potential snow by midweek, with temperatures expected to plummet to 8 degrees.

A man was arrested in Kankakee, IL, on charges of armed robbery and kidnapping related to a July 2 incident involving a 66-year-old victim. His hearing was on December 6, 2024.

A Cicero officer was hospitalized after a shooting incident. Police detained two individuals, but their connection to the event is unclear. Investigations are ongoing.

Chicago Police have issued an alert for armed robberies in South Shore and West Englewood, advising residents to remain cautious and report any relevant details to authorities.

The Illinois EPA Office of Energy offers over $1 million in grants for energy efficiency upgrades in public buildings through the EECBG Program, excluding places with direct U.S. DOE funding.