State and private loans for Illinois social equity cannabis businesses have passed $62 million, but license‑holders say the money still often falls short of what’s needed to open.

Chicago neighborhoods are on alert after burglaries targeting businesses were reported by the police, urging vigilance and prompt reporting of suspects or incidents.

A 24-year-old man was shot while driving in Englewood and crashed into a light pole. Area One detectives are investigating.

Chicago's weather forecast predicts a mix of snow showers and chilly temperatures, with temporary warm spells, brisk winds, and a trend towards colder, snowy conditions as the week progresses.

ISP investigates an officer-involved shooting in Springfield after a traffic stop led to a shootout, with one person hospitalized and no officers injured.

A 26-year-old man was critically wounded early Sunday after being shot in the throat on West Albion Avenue in Rogers Park. Police say the shooter fled and no arrests were reported.

A 19-story, 237-unit tower is proposed at 571 West Polk Street, including two rooftop decks and 20% affordable units as zoning moves forward.

A Chicago man has been charged in the Dec. 30 slayings of Dr. Spencer Tepe and his wife in Columbus; their two children were found safe. Authorities say surveillance and vehicle tracking led to an arrest in Illinois.

IDOR has set Lee County's property assessment multiplier at 1.0000 for tax year 2025, maintaining equity across counties and ensuring fair property taxes.

A 2-year-old boy was critically injured after falling from a fourth-floor window in Edgewater; Area 3 detectives are investigating.

A Glendale Heights man was charged after prosecutors say a bullet from his unit pierced a wall and lodged beside a sleeping 4-year-old, officials say.

Two men were shot in Gage Park Friday night and taken to Mount Sinai, where both were initially listed in critical condition. Police say the shooters fled and no arrests were reported.

Taquería La Reina opened Dec. 15 in Cicero, bringing birria, barbacoa and pozole to 6026 W. 26th St. from a three‑generation family menu.