Illinois receives $193 million annually for five years from RHTP to improve rural healthcare, amid federal cuts of $137 billion to the sector nationwide.

Two Illinois residents sued the Chicago Botanic Garden and Culture Creative after a display collapsed, causing severe injuries, despite wind speeds lower than the display’s supposed tolerance.

The weight loss drug market anticipates significant changes with more accessible GLP-1 pills in 2026, led by Novo Nordisk’s Wegovy pill and followed by an Eli Lilly alternative. Pricing strategies aim to lower costs for patients.

An 8-year-old reportedly found a gun in a Humboldt Park home and shot a 7-year-old; the younger child was taken to Stroger Hospital in serious condition. Area Five detectives are investigating.

A 72-year-old Riverdale resident was struck and killed near 146th and Indiana on New Year’s Eve. Police say a suspect and vehicle have been identified but no arrest has been made.

A fire at a Walmart in Woodstock, Illinois, prompted an early closure on New Year's Eve. No injuries were reported, and the cause is under investigation.

A man was found beside Metra tracks in Humboldt Park on Dec. 30, prompting a brief hold on Milwaukee District West trains while police investigated. No identity or cause has been released.

Multiple shootings across the Loop and South Side left at least six people wounded overnight, police say. Detectives are investigating several scenes.

Chicago-area hospitals welcomed the first babies of 2026, including Brandon Alexander Whittington and Matthew Mindru, both born shortly after midnight on New Year's Day.

The McCormick & Schmick's on Wacker Drive in the Loop closed this week after its lease expired. Landry's says it is assisting staff and directing guests to sister restaurants.

A 70-year-old Chicago grandmother who’s lived in the U.S. for more than 40 years is slated for deportation; her family says missed medications and dialysis needs make the O’Hare-to-Philippines flight dangerous.

Chicago Police seek help to find missing teen Angel Little, last seen on S. Stony Island Avenue. She is described as 5'4", weighing 130 pounds, with brown eyes and black hair. Public assistance is urged.

Earl Mitchell, 66, is missing in Chicago, last seen Dec 31, 2025. He is Black, 6ft, 225-235lbs, bald, and may need medical attention. Police seek info on his whereabouts.