Chicago police are investigating the homicide of a 72-year-old man found dead in his bathtub in Avalon Park. Autopsy results are pending; no arrests have been made.

Previously convicted man arrested in Lake County for brandishing a knife and threatening residents; canine units instrumental in his capture. He faces charges including a class 3 felony and a class A misdemeanor.

Maurice Rayford Jr., 34, has been missing since June 14, 2025. The Chicago man, who has bipolar disorder and schizophrenia, was last seen on 10th St. & Wallace.

An 18-year-old was charged with reckless homicide after a fatal crash in November, involving high-speed driving and resulting in a woman's death and another's serious injuries.

A 35-year-old man died in a vehicle crash near Harvard, as per the McHenry County Sheriff's Office. The early morning accident involved a GMC Sierra hitting a utility pole and overturning.

A wrong-way collision on the Tri-State Tollway near Glenview resulted in one death and injuries to others, amid challenging weather conditions in the Chicago area.

Illinois officials emphasize fireworks safety and proper licensing ahead of Independence Day, citing risks such as fires and injuries from improper use.

A 15-year-old boy was seriously injured in a shooting in Chicago's North Lawndale neighborhood, and no suspect has been arrested. The incident highlights the city's issue with gun violence.

Chicago Police warns of a series of commercial burglaries in the Grand Crossing area, urging vigilance and offering safety advice to local businesses.

A 15-year-old boy was charged with two felony counts of aggravated animal cruelty and a misdemeanor for trespassing after causing the death of two animals.

An 8-year-old girl was shot in the thigh during a road rage incident in Chicago but is in fair condition. The suspect in the SUV fled and is still at large.

Responders in Pekin, Illinois, recovered a man's body from the Illinois River, with investigations ongoing to determine his identity and the circumstances of the incident.

CareerBuilder + Monster files for Chapter 11 bankruptcy, planning to sell assets and cut jobs amid restructuring efforts and facing intense competition from other job platforms.