Illinois Attorney General Kwame Raoul won a court case against the Trump administration's halting of wind energy development, which was deemed illegal.

A 16-year-old in Chicago faces multiple charges for violent carjackings and robberies after being linked to incidents from June 2025, yet details about his identity remain undisclosed.

Chicago Police seek help finding John Zajac, missing since December 3 from the 6400 block of South Lowe Ave. He's described as white, 5'11", 179 lbs, with brown eyes, blonde hair, and tattoos.

Illinois lawmakers passed HB1085 to set a reimbursement floor and cut red tape, aiming to coax more therapists into private insurance networks.

A Chicago man was convicted in London for the murder of a UK woman he dated, involving a dispute over STDs and culminating in stabbing and strangulation.

Research indicates GLP-1 drugs like Ozempic may not reduce the risk of obesity-related cancers, contradicting earlier studies. Longer-term studies are needed to fully understand their effects.

Chicago Mayor Brandon Johnson launched the Returning with Hope Microgrant program, granting $600,000 to smaller reentry organizations for enhanced support services.

Two inmates died in Cook County Jail over the weekend. Families and attorneys want answers as state police investigate and the medical examiner runs tests.

Five Chicago restaurants — Ever, Smyth, Alinea, Oriole and Boka — landed on La Liste’s 2026 Top 1,000. The recognition highlights Chicago’s mix of theatrical tasting rooms and farm‑forward kitchens.

A University of Illinois analysis shows modest gains on gender pay equity, but finds Black and Hispanic workers still face pay shortfalls concentrated in lower‑wage jobs.

Indiana man, Deparris Slaughter, is charged with the murder and dismemberment of Michael Lipford, with evidence from his search history on how to commit the acts.

Dozens confronted the Cook County assessor at a West Garfield Park workshop after property tax bills spiked; some homeowners say the increases are unaffordable.

A man faces attempted murder and other charges after a home invasion in Chicago, where he allegedly shot an 18-year-old and a police officer, who was saved by his vest.