Chicago's Anti-Cruelty Society's fee-waiving adoption campaign helps lower dog kennel occupancy, as Governor Pritzker promotes adopting amid increased euthanasia rates.

A federal judge has issued a temporary restraining order against the NCAA's transfer rules, following an antitrust lawsuit led by Illinois Attorney General Kwame Raoul.

A federal jury convicted Indiana man Robert Speed for kidnapping and interstate domestic violence, with a potential life sentence for each kidnapping count.

The Chicago Police will conduct a DUI Saturation Patrol in the 1st District to curb impaired driving, enforce traffic laws, and utilize a Breath Alcohol Testing Mobile Unit for efficient processing.

Robert Crimo Jr. was released early from jail for good behavior after pleading guilty to helping his son get a firearm ID. His son is set to represent himself in his trial for a mass shooting.

The family of Kenneka Jenkins, who died in a hotel freezer in 2017, received a $6.4 million settlement for alleged negligence by the hotel and others.

NAACP Illinois President Teresa Haley faced backlash for comparing migrants to "savages" and making racist remarks, leading to calls for her resignation.

The Cook County Sheriff's Office renews its call for leads on the 2002 disappearance of Nicole Johnson, urging public assistance in the unresolved case.

Chicago stores are alert after armed robberies in the Central District. The suspect, described as an African American man, robbed two stores, taking cash and goods. Police advise improved security and vigilance.

Chicago Public Schools face lawsuits over allegations of student abuse by educators, including sexual abuse by a gym teacher and physical abuse by a special needs teacher.

The Illinois Department of Revenue set the property assessment equalization factor at 1.0000 for DeKalb and McLean Counties, ensuring uniform property taxes across counties.

Over 200 Chicago businesses closed in support of a cease-fire between Israel and Hamas, with locals rallying to protest the ongoing conflict and the U.S. veto at the UN.

A man was arrested after stabbing another man in the head on a Chicago CTA Red Line train; the victim is in good condition, the suspect was caught near State and Lake streets, and an investigation is ongoing.