An undocumented immigrant with a prior criminal record has been sentenced to 15 months in federal prison for illegally re-entering the U.S. after deportation.

Homeland Security Secretary Kristi Noem visited an ICE facility in Illinois during protests; the facility set up a "free speech zone" and arrests were made, as locals demand transparency.

John Catanzara temporarily steps back as vice president of the Illinois FOP due to unspecified allegations of financial misconduct; he denies wrongdoing and remains Chicago FOP president.

Partisan messages blaming Democrats for a shutdown were added to federal employees' out-of-office emails without consent, raising ethical and legal issues, including potential Hatch Act violations.

The FAA imposed drone restrictions in Chicago due to DHS concerns over credible threats, amid increased immigration arrests, attracting criticism from the ACLU for potentially hindering oversight.

The Trump administration suspended $2.1 billion for Chicago infrastructure projects amid a government shutdown, halting two major CTA expansions due to concerns over "race-based contracting."

A 16-year-old girl was critically injured in a shooting inside a Washington Park residence in Chicago; no arrests have been made as detectives investigate.

A Cook County report reveals a weekly infant death due to unsafe sleep, with efforts from health officials to promote safe sleep practices. Disparities in death rates among racial groups are addressed by initiatives like CPASS Chicago.

Illinois State Fire Marshal Michele Pankow stresses the importance of smoke alarms for home safety and promotes initiatives like the "Be Alarmed!" program for smoke alarm installations.

Federal agents conducted immigration raids in Chicago's Bronzeville and South Shore, detaining four at a shelter and arresting 37 alleged gang members and others for various offenses. The community expressed alarm over the raids' impact on families.

Illinois AG Kwame Raoul is leading a lawsuit with 21 other states against the DOJ to contest new restrictions on federal funds that could deny support services to undocumented crime victims.

Sonnets Academy's abrupt closure has left Chicago families and teachers scrambling for childcare and employment. Parents are facing financial uncertainty regarding refunds for tuition and deposits.

Chicago Police issued a news release about missing 14-year-old Calvin Liggins, last seen in a blue school shirt, khaki pants, and black jacket, possibly needing medical attention.