At a Tazewell County forum, GOP hopefuls pressed Gov. JB Pritzker while Rick Heidner apologized for past donations to Chicago Democrats and defended his self-funded bid.

Carmine’s returns to Rush Street Monday with a rebuilt dining room, roughly 10,000 square feet and a year‑round terrace. Reservations open Sunday.

A federal jury convicted former Phoenix police officer Antoine "Bell" Larry of conspiring to rob motorists and extorting cash and drugs during traffic stops.

FBI Chicago arrested Antonio Stigler in Dolton; he faces first‑degree murder charges tied to an October 2024 Riverdale killing.

After 151 years in Wicker Park, St. Stanislaus Kostka Academy will close at the end of the 2025–26 school year amid falling enrollment and a projected half‑million‑dollar shortfall.

Norridge leaders plan to demolish the Divine Savior Church and redevelop the Montrose parcel into a municipal center while replacing the aging Olcott pumping station.

Chicago forecast predicts snow showers and subzero wind chills; tough conditions expected for Bears game with wind chill values possibly reaching -12 degrees.

The Illinois State Board of Education requests a $10.9 billion budget, with funds reallocated for early childhood education and increased spending for K-12 schools to reduce funding disparities.

Chicago Police prepare for a DUI Saturation Patrol in Rogers Park to enforce traffic laws and promote road safety, using specialized equipment including the BAT Mobile Unit.

A NY teen was arrested for the murder of a student in Illinois after a confrontation between teenagers. The Cicero police have recovered the disposed weapon. The suspect awaits extradition to Illinois.

A Berwyn police officer was charged with DUI after crashing his vehicle, leading to his K-9 fleeing. He had a BAC of 0.12. The department's delayed response to the incident stirred community concerns about transparency.

Authorities arrested 49-year-old Rami M. Gabriel after a social-media tip led detectives to devices that allegedly contained dozens of child sexual abuse images, officials say.

Superfoods Inc. has recalled its Live it Up Super Greens powder due to a salmonella outbreak affecting 45 people in 21 states, with instructions to discard the product or seek refunds.