Chicago is on alert for severe weather with thunderstorms expected, hail, and a tornado risk. NWS advises caution and preparation for the holiday weekend.

An Indiana man faces charges for trying to cheat in a Chicago fishing tournament, including theft and over-possession of bass. He was caught stashing fish ahead of the event.

A 16-year-old in Chicago has been charged with attempted vehicular hijacking, unlawful invasion, and other offenses after a series of incidents on the West Side.

The Chicago Police will conduct a DUI Saturation Patrol in the Shakespeare District from May 24, 6 p.m. to May 25, 2 a.m., targeting impaired driving and traffic violations.

Two men were injured in a shooting in Chicago's Edgewater neighborhood and self-transported to the hospital, with few details about the incident released.

North Lawndale building set for a $40.5 million redevelopment after receiving $10 million in TIF approval, expected to create 175 jobs and energize the local economy.

Two men were arrested for allegedly laundering millions for drug cartels as part of a U.S. operation targeting financial networks of criminal organizations.

An Illinois man pleaded guilty to participating in a $2.3M fraud scheme by using stolen card information for lavish purchases and masquerading as a rap promoter.

The Chicago Transit Authority announced a $19 million renovation for the Western Brown Line station, including ADA improvements and a community-influenced redesign.

A 17-year-old has been charged with 27 felonies for armed robberies and carjackings in Chicago. He was arrested after a task force linked him to multiple crimes across the city.

A Harrisburg man faces federal charges for possessing and trading unregistered firearms, some allegedly shipped from China, including ghost guns and silencers.

Four Peoria residents have received sentences for planning to steal firearms from gun stores, with the last member, Erika Garner, sentenced to time served and supervised release.

A man was shot in the leg on Chicago's CTA Red Line after a dispute. The victim is in fair condition, but no suspects are in custody. The incident caused delays and police are investigating.