A pedestrian was struck and killed by an SUV in Chicago's South Loop; the driver is in custody, and an investigation is ongoing.

Chicago Police Department is searching for missing 24-year-old Nona Daniels, last seen on the 2000 block of E. 93rd St. She's 5'5", 200 lbs, with brown eyes and hair, and has bipolar disorder.

Chicago Police Department is searching for Jeffery Holliday, 61, missing since December 20. Distinctive with amputated fingertips, he was last seen on S. Michigan Ave. The public is urged to contact officials with any information.

A woman was hospitalized after being shot during an armed robbery in Chicago's Lake View. Suspects fled in a silver SUV; police seek public assistance.

A 20-year-old man was fatally shot at a Michigan City gas station, triggering a police probe with requests for public assistance and witness interviews.

Rally-goers in Chicago are urging Illinois lawmakers to fund public transit to prevent a $770 million shortfall and subsequent service cuts and layoffs.

Chicago Public Schools laid off 1,458 staff due to enrollment changes and program needs; the cuts aren't directly related to the $734 million deficit.

Chicago had varied weather, starting with sun and possible showers, then severe storms and tornado potential, followed by calmer and warmer conditions, but with ongoing chances for showers and thunderstorms.

Illinois officials declared an end to a measles outbreak with no new cases since May 22, despite a national surge in measles. High vaccination rates are emphasized for prevention.

A fire caused by a malfunctioning carpet fan at Geneva Middle School North resulted in minor damage; no injuries occurred as the fire was quickly extinguished.

Illinois ranked 13th in CNBC's Top States for Business list, up from 30th in 2019, showing improvements in education, infrastructure, and technology, under Governor JB Pritzker's economic strategies.

An Illinois inmate, Glenn Bowden, received an additional 7+ years in prison for threatening a U.S. Probation officer and obstruction, on top of his 9-year robbery sentence.

Kevin Krenc received a 30-year sentence for the 2023 murder of Victor Garcia after pleading guilty. The conflict occurred at Krenc's birthday party, stemming from allegations of theft and disrespect.