The Chicago White Sox hosted their first Mexican Heritage Night, drawing a sell-out crowd and celebrating the Mexican community with festivities like live music and traditional food.

A woman, 65, was critically injured in a shooting during an argument in Chicago. She was hospitalized, a suspect was detained, and police are investigating.

Kankakee launches 11 major construction projects under Rebuild Illinois program, aiming to improve safety and mobility with over $226 million in investments.

The Chicago Police Department reports a string of daytime thefts from USPS vehicles, with suspects breaking windows and stealing packages using a white SUV.

The National Weather Service forecasts intermittent showers in Chicago, with a sunny afternoon today and potential storms overnight into a variable week, including the Fourth of July.

Illinois, Michigan, and the federal government agree on a $1.15 billion Brandon Road Interbasin Project to stop invasive carp from entering Lake Michigan.

Train service in Matteson resumes after CN Railway completes controlled burn of flammable gases post-derailment; residents return home, clean-up continues.

"The Bear" returns to Hulu for Season 3, showcasing Chicago's dining scene with local restaurants featured, real chef cameos, and has boosted business for featured eateries.

A great-grandmother from Franklin Park won $1 million from a scratch-off lottery ticket purchased at a Walmart.

Loyola Medicine and Undue Medical Debt partner to clear over $112 million in medical debt for 60,000 people, focusing on Cook County residents under financial strain.

Illinois invites local agencies to apply for a part of $54 million in park grants through the OSLAD program by Sept. 13, with matching funds aid.

A man was fatally shot in the ear in Roseland, Chicago, and was pronounced dead at Christ Medical Center. Police are investigating the incident with no arrests made yet.

The inaugural Rathole Music Fest in Wicker Park celebrated a cherished rat-shaped sidewalk divot from Roscoe Village, featuring local bands, rat-themed art, and a sense of community.