Illinois Department of Children and Family Services Director Marc Smith announces his resignation following a damning report on the agency.

Chicago's City Council is set to vote on Friday, October 7, on the future of the tipped minimum wage after a clerical error led to the meeting being delayed.

Illinois has witnessed a significant rise in hate crimes and extremism, challenging the state's image as a welcoming community.

Two men suffer gunshot wounds in a violent incident on West Washington; one remains in critical condition as detectives work to unravel the case.

After years of anguish, a settlement has been reached in the wrongful death lawsuit filed in connection with the tragic 2017 death of 19-year-old Kenneka Jenkins, who was found deceased in a hotel freezer. However, the opacity and uncertainty surrounding the details of the case continue to stir public interest.

Chicago communities in the 015th (Austin) and 025th (Grand Central) Districts have been put on alert due to a series of related aggravated vehicular hijackings and armed robberies.

After nearly a month of operation, Bally's temporary casino hosted a formal ribbon-cutting ceremony to celebrate Chicago's first casino at the historic Medinah Temple in River North.

Two teenagers were injured by a single accidental gunshot in North Artesian Ave., shedding light on the issues of gun safety and city violence.

As the Federal Trade Commission (FTC) proposes rules to combat fake and misleading consumer reviews, the support from 23 attorneys general.

Chicago has been crowned the Best Big City in the U.S. for a record-breaking seventh consecutive year by Condé Nast Traveler readers.

Chicago Marathon street closures and transit service changes are underway as the city prepares for the 45th annual Bank of America Chicago Marathon on October 8, 2023.

As the city grapples with yet another gun-related tragedy, an 18-year-old male was found lying face down and unresponsive in South Ellis.

Pre-trial release has been denied for Jalen Littleton, an Indiana man allegedly found to possess a machine gun.