Attorney General Raoul leads a coalition to support HUD's Discriminatory Effects Rule amidst the homeowners insurance industry's lawsuit challenging it, emphasizing the rule's importance in combating housing discrimination.

Mayor Johnson announced investments in Chicago's 28th Ward, focusing on infrastructure, youth, and safety, with local businesses and a $385 million funds boost for various enhancements.

The BrucePac listeria recall expanded to around 12 million pounds of meat and poultry, affecting U.S. schools and stores like Costco and Walmart; no illnesses reported yet.

A pedestrian, Juan Mentada, was struck and killed by a vehicle in Waukegan, making it the second fatal pedestrian accident in Lake County during the same weekend.

Vandals spray-painted and broke a window at a Lincoln Park bank. Police arrested a 56-year-old man; his accomplices escaped. Charges are pending as the investigation continues.

German Campos Jr. was indicted for six bank robberies and brandishing a firearm during the crimes in Chicago suburbs. He faces up to 20 years per robbery and a mandatory minimum of seven years per firearm count.

Jury selected for the corruption trial of Ex-Illinois House Speaker Michael Madigan. The diverse panel was chosen after a meticulous vetting process involving over 150 potential jurors. Opening statements are delayed as alternates are pending.

Lupe McGee Jr. is charged with the murder of coworker Lenell Jenkins, following a deadly shooting at a Portage manufacturing plant. Jenkins was shot after his shift and leaves behind a mother and pregnant fiancée.

Sticky Rice in North Center is closing after 20 years, amidst a series of other Chicago restaurant shutters. The Thai restaurant announced its closure on Instagram, thanking customers and hinting at future endeavors.

The Chicago Police Department seeks public assistance in a three-year-old homicide case, urging information on a suspect and a black GMC Yukon linked to the incident.

Illinois launches a pilot program with "Fast-Lane" kiosks in grocery stores for DMV tasks like license and sticker renewals, aiming to provide convenience to residents.

A male's body was found in the Chicago River and retrieved by Chicago police. An investigation into the unidentified man's death is underway, with appeals for public assistance.

Two children were hit by a van in Chicago while riding an electric scooter; a girl, 7, is in serious condition, and a boy, 12, is fair. The driver stayed; no citations were issued.