Illinois state agencies warn residents of increased cyber scams during the holidays and provide tips for safe online shopping, emphasizing the importance of verifying links, reading reviews, using credit cards, and monitoring financial activities.

Illinois AG Kwame Raoul, with 21 others, sued the USDA to protect immigrant eligibility for SNAP benefits, challenging guidance that may strip support from refugees and asylum-seekers.

The DuPage County Board censured Clerk Jean Kaczmarek for failing to follow financial protocols and impeding oversight, with a 15-1 vote in favor of the action.

Chicago Police are seeking help to locate missing 17-year-old Victoria Vicenteno, last seen near 67th and Michigan Ave. She has brown hair, brown eyes, and scars on her abdomen.

A man faces drug and gun charges after a traffic stop in Ford Heights, where police found suspected "lean" and weapons in his car. He was released post-court appearance.

Attorney General Kwame Raoul and a coalition are suing HUD over policy changes that could lead to increased homelessness by altering funding conditions for permanent housing.

Ald. Raymond Lopez told Fox & Friends Mayor Brandon Johnson has "handcuffed" Chicago police, reigniting a fight over sanctuary rules, federal raids and public safety.

A pedestrian died after being hit by a van in Morgan Park, Chicago, following an argument with the driver, who fled the scene. Police seek information and the van might show recent repair signs.

America First Legal filed a DOJ complaint alleging Chicago’s police racial-equity plan treats race as a determinative factor in hiring and discipline. The filing asks the Civil Rights Division to investigate.

The Chicago Police seek help finding Jan Kikolski, 69, missing from the 5100 block of N. East River Rd. He was last seen wearing a brown hat, dark jacket, blue jeans, and black Adidas shoes.

Chicago is bracing for windy and snowy weather, with a wind advisory and a 60% chance of light snowfall. Conditions will ease by night but remain cold, with a sunny but breezy Thanksgiving forecasted. Snow is expected again on Saturday.

Tenants at Harrison Courts say mold, pests and plumbing failures have left units unlivable while CHA flags a possible sale and a review of resident concerns.

A 41-year-old passenger died after a sedan jumped the curb and struck a raised barrier on the 3700 block of West North Avenue in Logan Square; the 43-year-old driver is hospitalized and charges are pending.