An 18-year-old is charged with aggravated vehicular hijacking and armed robbery in Chicago. He allegedly forced a man to give up his car and was arrested by police.

Chicago allows partial outdoor dining on Clark Street in River North, mixing vehicle traffic with diners; the compromise elicits mixed reactions from local officials and businesses.

A man was killed in a hit-and-run incident on Chicago's Near West Side. Authorities are investigating the case, seeking the driver of a white van involved in the crash.

Delano Albert was sentenced to 12 years in prison after pleading guilty to methamphetamine trafficking, a Class X felony, in Ogle County Circuit Court.

Chicago issues a new permit for expanded outdoor dining on Clark Street to support local restaurants and enhance River North's street life without impeding traffic.

Two boys have gone missing in Chicago; 12-year-old Rickey Burrage Jr. was last seen on N. Hudson Ave., while 17-year-old Adam Hesselbacher was spotted at Ferdinand St. and Ridgeway Ave. The police are seeking public assistance.

Chicago Mayor Johnson celebrates a year in office, noting economic growth, safety improvements, and investment in communities, despite some challenges and ongoing work needed.

A Belleville man received a 20-year federal sentence for participating in armed robberies at Metro East gas stations after pleading guilty to the charges.

A former Augusta National Golf Club staffer pleaded guilty to stealing and selling Masters merchandise over a 13-year period, facing a potential 10-year prison sentence.

Cicero, Illinois has enacted an ordinance to halt liquor sales at midnight due to concerns about violence and disturbances, facing opposition from local business owners.

Kraft Heinz is exploring the sale of its Oscar Mayer brand, with estimates suggesting a value of $3-$5 billion. Bank of America and Centerview Partners are seeking buyers.

An Illinois man won $1 million from a scratch-off lottery ticket bought at a supermarket in Farmington, and he plans to buy a new minivan and vacation in Aruba.

DePaul University cancels its 2024 FEST music festival due to ongoing campus protests by the DePaul Divestment Coalition, disrupting campus activities.