A 19-year-old, Mylez Tucker, was fatally shot in a vehicle in Chicago's Austin neighborhood; the shooter fled, and no arrests have been made. Detectives are investigating.

Chicago faces winter weather advisories for ice and snow risks, with potential small craft hazards on Lake Michigan and a sunny New Year's Day forecast.

A six-month-old girl died after a hit-and-run in Chicago when the car she was in was struck by an SUV that ran a red light. The infant was en route to the hospital for respiratory distress. The suspects fled, and police are investigating.

Chicago business owners are facing a surge in smash-and-grab burglaries, casting doubt on their future in the city due to increasing costs and security challenges.

Illinois Gov. JB Pritzker touted a variety of 2023 achievements including fiscal responsibility, education investment, economic growth, infrastructure advances, and clean energy initiatives, according to a state press release.

Illinois reported job growth in ten metro areas and declines in four, with varied unemployment rates across the state, as per the latest labor statistics.

The Chicago Police Department warns of a series of armed robberies in the 2nd District where individuals were robbed when attempting to buy Xbox systems through social media ads.

Chicago weather forecast predicts a mix of fog, clouds, and potential snow showers this weekend, with a 70% chance of snow likely on Sunday and near-normal temperatures.

Chicago police released a video seeking help to capture three suspects involved in the fatal shooting of security guard Edward Creamer before Christmas in Chatham.

A girl, 14, escaped an abduction attempt in Chicago's Albany Park as she was attacked by a man who tried to force her into his Jeep. Police are seeking information on the suspect and vehicle.

Illinois may host the first major offshore wind farm on the Great Lakes, targeting at least 150 megawatts of power after Cleveland's less ambitious Icebreaker project failed due to financial issues.

Two crashes on the Dan Ryan Expressway early Friday injured five, including police officers, near 95th Street; all with non-life-threatening injuries. Traffic was diverted but has resumed normally.

Chicago is ready for New Year's Eve with fireworks, a Bears game, and a 5K run. Officials emphasize safety and suggest public transit due to traffic. Midnight fireworks can be seen from Upper Wacker Drive after viewing Art on the Mart's projections.