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.

Man, 25, beaten and robbed at Bally's casino in Chicago, causing neighborhood concern before a major event; the assailants escaped and no arrests were made. Bally's committed to safety and is assisting police.

The U.S. Justice Department challenges Virginia laws that allow in-state tuition for undocumented immigrants, claiming discrimination against American students.

Illinois is experiencing significant organized retail crimes, with over $500,000 in stolen protein powder recently recovered and ongoing investigations into other thefts, such as a $400,000 lobster heist.

Businesses in Chicago's Logan Square and Humboldt Park areas are alerted by police about a series of burglaries involving male suspects with a white sedan.

A Cubs employee says she was routinely misgendered and harassed, and filed a federal lawsuit alleging discrimination and retaliation.

A railroad drone helped sheriff’s police arrest three men accused of burglarizing a moving freight train on Chicago’s South Side; two were caught near the tracks, one after a chase.

Light snow and cold temperatures are forecasted for Chicago with limited accumulation expected, as the city approaches New Year's events in brisk conditions.

A fatal shooting in Chicago's River North left one dead and three critical; no arrests made. The incident added to the holiday gun violence tally of 28 shot, six fatalities citywide.

A crash on I-57 near Richton Park caused major delays during Monday's rush hour, with all lanes closed temporarily due to snowy conditions. Traffic resumed by 10:30 a.m. but caution was advised.

The Zoning Board of Appeals approved variances for a seven‑story, 102‑key condo‑hotel at 2000 S. Clark, including a rooftop bar and no on‑site parking. Permitting is next and a construction timeline is TBA.

A late‑night shooting in River North left one man dead and three others critically wounded; police say the shooters fled and detectives are seeking witnesses.

A 21-year-old man was shot late Sunday on the 10300 block of South Torrence Avenue and taken to Trinity Hospital in good condition. Police say no arrests have been made.