A former USPS worker was indicted for workers' compensation fraud, claiming false benefits for over a decade, amounting to over $50,000. She faces potential prison time if convicted.

Mayor Brandon Johnson criticizes the Trump administration for policies affecting LGBTQ+ housing and healthcare, which could lead to homelessness and reduced hospital services in Chicago.

Elgin man, Graham Green, received a 22-year sentence for gunrunning in Kane County after pleading guilty, according to the Illinois Attorney General's office.

Chicago Police seek help to find Jennifer Noggle, 19, missing since December 10, 2025, from N Spaulding Avenue. She's 5'9", 120 pounds, with blue eyes and red/auburn hair. Contact 312-746-6554 with info.

Chicago police say a group of armed suspects targeted Red Line riders in three early-morning South Side robberies this month. Detectives are asking anyone with video or tips to call Area One at 312-747-8384.

A traffic stop north of Rochester turned up nearly 3.3 pounds of meth and led to the arrest of a Twin Cities man now facing first‑degree drug charges.

A house fire in unincorporated Spring Grove killed an 83‑year‑old woman and left another critically injured. Lake County and state investigators are probing the cause.

The Chicago Police are searching for Ana Palafox, a 59-year-old woman with bipolar disorder, last seen at Rush Hospital. She is described as 5'3", 223 lbs, with brown/gray hair, and was wearing black clothing. Public help has been solicited.

Three people were shot inside a car in Chatham early Saturday; victims were taken to UChicago Medicine and are listed in fair condition. Area Two detectives are investigating.

Cook County deputies and the U.S. Marshals arrested 36‑year‑old Sean Favors in Bridgeview after a surveillance operation. He is in custody awaiting extradition on local and federal matters.

A 23-year-old passenger was critically wounded after shots were fired into a vehicle in Little Village Friday night. Chicago police say the shooting remains under investigation.

The Commission on Chicago Landmarks approved a final recommendation for Original Providence Baptist Church, advancing protections for the 1902 church and 1928 school in Austin.

A 3-month-old boy was found unresponsive in a Brighton Park home and later pronounced dead; Area One detectives have opened a death investigation. Autopsy results are pending.