A two-vehicle crash in Naperville left one with life-threatening injuries, prompting an investigation and road closures. Authorities seek information from witnesses.

Mayor Brandon Johnson launched The People's Plan for Community Safety in Chicago to enhance safety in key areas, focusing on systemic issues with a $1 million RFP for local groups.

Illinois is investing $50 million into building 46 new EV charging stations, advancing Gov. Pritzker's goal of having one million EVs on state roads by 2030. Applications for funding are open until May 7.

Chicago Police warn of armed robberies in three districts, urging residents to be vigilant and help identify suspects shown in a video, as teenage suspects target individuals for their belongings.

The U.S. Attorney’s Office for the Northern District of Illinois collected over $60 million in FY 2023 from criminal, civil, and asset forfeiture actions.

Two men were fatally shot while driving in Chicago's Greater Grand Crossing area; no suspects or motive identified.

Illinois is removing health care coverage for up to 6,000 non-citizen residents, aiming to save $13 million, while providing transition assistance for those affected.

The Urban Land Institute Chicago recommends caps on building carbon emissions, while the city considers a natural gas ban in new constructions, facing both industry and political opposition.

A girl, 15, and a man, 24, were found shot dead inside a car in Chicago's Roseland neighborhood, with no arrests made as police investigate the incident.

Chicago reports eight measles cases, with the CDC assisting local health efforts and city-wide vaccination campaigns intensifying, especially among shelter residents.

The Naperville Police warn of a rise in cryptocurrency scams, where nearly $750,000 have been stolen from residents through various deceitful methods.

Chicago Police are searching for missing 13-year-old Antoine Jones since March 9, described as a black male, last seen wearing a cartoon jacket, gray pants, black/gray shoes. Public assistance is requested.

A 42-year-old Chicago man faces felony charges for shooting at police in West Englewood without causing injuries; his detention hearing is set for March 13, 2024.