A Chicago man, Robert Brandt, is charged with aggravated vehicular hijacking and kidnapping involving a 2024 incident, as per the Chicago Police Department.

A police chase in Chicago ended with the arrest of a suspect wanted for an armed robbery after starting in the suburbs and concluding in the Chatham neighborhood.

A 17-year-old was arrested by a SWAT team in Chicago after an attempted armed robbery and shooting in Armour Square. No injuries occurred during the incident, which ended with the suspect surrendering.

Guillermo Salgado from Palatine was sentenced to six years for a DUI crash that killed a Wauconda High School teacher, after pleading guilty to aggravated DUI causing death.

The Chicago Police Department has issued a plea for help in finding Daron Washington, 29, who has been missing since late December 2024 and may need medical assistance.

Chicago Police issue alert after a series of robberies on the Red Line. Suspects are young males, with incidents at Cermak, 79th, and 95th Street stations.

Illinois lawmakers are discussing hemp and synthetic intoxicant regulations, focusing on youth protection and business growth. Mayor Johnson emphasizes a balance of safety and economic opportunity in the cannabis industry.

Chicago Police alert businesses of burglaries in the 1st and 18th Districts, where burglars used fire hydrant caps to break in and steal cash registers.

The Illinois Department of Public Health warns of a rise in respiratory illnesses and urges hospitals and the public to take preventive measures, including vaccination and proper hygiene.

Members of the Blue Man Group protested the closure of their Chicago show, expressing concerns over the move to Florida and its impact on local arts and marginalized groups.

Daiso, a Japanese dollar store chain, is opening two new locations in Illinois, offering a range of affordable products and a unique shopping experience.

Chicago ties with New York for the worst traffic congestion in the US, with residents losing 102 hours to gridlock annually.

LaTanya Hill was reappointed to the Supreme Court's Committee on Juvenile Courts in Illinois, where she'll serve until 2027, emphasizing her expertise in juvenile court processes.