Benet Academy retired Kathleen Doyle's No. 11 jersey, the first for a female athlete, honoring her significant contributions to the school's basketball legacy.

The Chicago International Puppet Theater Festival is set to showcase an array of puppet performances, workshops, and exhibits from local and international artists, aimed at both adults and children.

Enzo's Beef & Sausage in Chicago Heights is closing on March 31, 2024, after being a community staple since 1946. The family-owned business announced the closure on Facebook, urging customers to visit before it shuts down.

A pedestrian was fatally hit by a Jeep after exiting their vehicle on I-88 in DuPage County; the Jeep fled the scene, prompting an Illinois State Police investigation.

The Chicago Police Department issued a community alert about a teenager conducting snatch-and-grab robberies targeting phone users in the 2nd District.

After nearly two years of negotiations and the looming threat of a strike, educators at the eminent comedy hub Second City have finally spotli...

A 20-year-old man has been slapped with felony charges after a pair of armed robberies in Chicago's bustling downtown area...

Chicago's mayor extends migrant shelter stay amidst severe winter, with the city housing over 14,500 migrants and using emergency measures like warming buses. Illinois Governor appeals to Texas to stop migrant transports due to weather.

An 18-year-old man, Adrian Molina, was fatally shot in Chicago's Pilsen neighborhood. No suspects are in custody, and police are investigating the incident.

A cold wave in the northern U.S. led to a death in Cook County and disrupted events, including political campaigns. Officials grapple with human and climate crises, as the nation faces severe winter weather.

Illinois' Cumberland County sees a property assessment equalization factor increase to 1.0246, while Lee County's factor remains at 1.0000, aiming to ensure tax fairness across local districts.

Semaron Lawson from Springfield was sentenced to five years and a day in prison for cocaine distribution and firearm possession to further his drug trafficking.

The Chicago Police Department seeks help locating missing 64-year-old Lance Hare, last seen in South Eggleston Ave area. He's 5'9", 250 lbs, with black-grayish hair and brown eyes.