The documentary "Beyond Bars" profiles former San Francisco DA Chesa Boudin, exploring his reformist policies, personal background, and current academic advocacy.

Illinois lawmakers and city officials debate regulating or banning intoxicating hemp products like Delta-8-THC, while some business owners push for standardized regulations instead of outright prohibition.

Highland Park updated its liquor license regulations but kept a rule preventing license holders from city council or law enforcement roles. The local community contends this law is outdated.

The Illinois Department of Agriculture is starting a free program to recycle agrichemical containers in an effort to reduce landfill waste. Eligible plastic containers can be turned into reusable materials like shipping pallets.

Luis Fabian Vela, a Texas businessman, was sentenced to 195 months for exploiting a minor to produce child pornography, facing further supervised release and sex offender registration.

Illinois allocates $2 million in grants to three organizations for abortion services training, increasing reproductive healthcare access post-Dobbs ruling. Governor Pritzker emphasizes Illinois' commitment to being a reproductive care haven.

Three suspects were arrested for a high-profile smash-and-grab burglary at a Naperville Apple Store, involving a stolen car and $34,000 worth of electronics.

Attorney General Kwame Raoul charged Maria Michaud with stealing nearly $250,000 through Illinois' Unclaimed Property Program, facing multiple counts including identity theft and money laundering.

Englewood residents are on alert after a spate of armed robberies, with the Chicago Police issuing safety recommendations and seeking surveillance footage assistance.

Chicago experiences gusty winds up to 40 mph with a chance of showers and thunderstorms, followed by a sunny and warming weekend, but with potential severe weather early next week.

A 23-year-old rideshare passenger was fatally shot in a drive-by in Englewood, Chicago, with no suspects in custody as detectives investigate the incident.

The Chicago Teachers Union is preparing for significant contract discussions with new potential facilitated by an ally, Mayor Brandon Johnson, amidst concerns over their extensive demands.

A 24-year-old man was shot at Chicago's 95th Street CTA Red Line station following a verbal altercation. The shooter remains at large, and the victim’s condition is unknown. Service was briefly halted due to the investigation.