Evanston City Council approved a $2 million federal grant application for renovations at Hilda's Place homeless shelter, expecting to enhance the shelter's facilities.

Chicago unveils the Cycle Breakers initiative aimed at tackling violence by enhancing youth conflict resolution skills and fostering community partnerships.

The Chicago Police are seeking information on missing 50-year-old Jose Vargas last seen at 4700 S Seeley Ave. He frequents the area near 47th Street and Ashland Ave. Public assistance is requested in finding him.

A playground in Streamwood is closed indefinitely after an undisclosed incident damaged its challenge course during the Fourth of July weekend. Other park areas remain open.

The Justice Department has disrupted a Russian AI-enabled propaganda operation by seizing domains and suspending social media accounts used to spread disinformation in the U.S and abroad.

State Rep. Mary Beth Canty has been honored by the AFFI for her role in passing House Bill 3249, which improves health and survivor benefits for first responders in Illinois.

Bennie Gates, charged with armed robbery, was denied pre-trial release in DuPage County. He allegedly robbed a man in Elmhurst after getting a ride, then evaded capture by dressing as a woman before being arrested.

The River Forest Public Library in Chicago reduced Tuesday hours and hired security due to escalating threats, including some against the director and police.

The McHenry County Sheriff's Office issued 210 citations during Independence Day, including 77 seat belt violations, a DUI arrest, and various other driving offenses, part of the "Click It or Ticket" campaign.

Chicago joined with Cook County and Illinois to form the GASC, focusing on community safety, offering a resource website, and allocating nearly $350M in public funds.

Chicago Police issued an alert about a rise in burglaries at businesses in the 8th and 9th districts, noting smashed glass doors and stolen cash registers.

Chicago Mayor Brandon Johnson addresses the surge in gun violence over the July 4th weekend, calling for accountability and additional resources to combat the issue. No arrests have been made yet for the shootings.

The World's Biggest Bounce House, Big Bounce America, will be in Skokie from August 31 for two weeks with various attractions for all ages, offering tickets from $22 to $45.