Chicago is expecting a week of varied temperatures and advisories due to conditions near Lake Michigan, with a slight chill in the air and persistent dangerous currents along the lake's beaches.

The Kane County Board approved a $3 million purchase of an Elgin building to expand the Health Department services, despite three members' dissent and lack of public discussion.

A Chicago Police Officer fired at a vehicle linked to a homicide during a traffic stop. No one was hit, but an officer was injured and the suspect was caught. COPA is investigating the shooting.

A man was shot and killed in Chicago's Grand Boulevard neighborhood. The incident occurred early Friday morning, leaving the community shaken and police seeking leads.

The "Back to the Future" musical at the Cadillac Palace Theatre transports audiences with the stage version of the 1985 film, but reviews are mixed about its execution.

A Cook County Corrections Deputy was charged with intent to deliver a controlled substance after synthetic cannabinoids were found on paper in her home.

A Southwest Side Chicago store owned by Ayesha and Sunny Khan was burglarized for the third time, leaving extensive damage and the owners with a sense of despair.

Chicago Police showcased a new Bell 429 helicopter, enhancing their fleet ahead of the DNC. The city invested part of its federal security funding in the upgrade.

Christopher Davis has been charged in connection with a recent spate of shootings in Evanston, Illinois, including a separate charge for another man, Sean Gayle.

A man in Springfield, Illinois received a 19-year sentence for child pornography offenses, with evidence of his intent to abuse minors and possession of over 200,000 images.

A man was found shot in Naperville's Inland Circle, leading to a police investigation into the targeted incident. Authorities seek information from the public.

A 13-year-old boy was arrested in Chicago for armed robbery and possessing a gun. He's due in juvenile court following the incident on W. Fullerton Ave.

The Illinois State Museum's Lockport Gallery features recent art acquisitions through October 12, including works by Glen Davies and other artists, with free admission.