Chicago is activating seven new speed cameras to enforce limits and improve road safety, primarily in school and park zones, with fines beginning after a 30-day warning period.

Chicago celebrated Pope Leo XIV, America's first pope, with a Mass at Rate Field led by Cardinal Cupich and emceed by Chuck Swirsky, featuring music, testimonials, and a papal video message.

The Illinois Department of Natural Resources is seeking volunteers for summer wild turkey brood surveys to assess the bird population and reproductive success.

Illinois AG Kwame Raoul secured a preliminary injunction blocking Trump's executive order on elections, affirming Congress and states oversee elections, not the president.

The Trump administration shared immigrant Medicaid enrollees' data with Homeland Security, raising privacy and deportation fears despite legal and ethical concerns.

Three juveniles in Chicago face charges, including armed robbery and aggravated vehicular hijacking, after a series of early morning crimes on June 12th.

Chicago police seek a man who sexually abused two girls at a Dearborn Park playground. Witnesses describe an elderly African American with a gold tooth. Authorities request public assistance.

Willie Carter was sentenced to 25 years for an armed robbery at an Addison gas station, after pleading guilty. His accomplice, Anton Stephens, awaits trial. The DuPage County State’s Attorney emphasized the seriousness of the crime.

A Pekin man, Ryan N. Chounard, was rearrested for sexual abuse and vehicular invasion after an assault in a Planet Fitness parking lot in East Peoria.

The Chicago Police Department is searching for John Moore Jr., 49, missing since June 9, 2025, and possibly disoriented. He was last seen in Blue Island, Illinois.

Chicago's weather will see showers today with highs around 75°F, changing to partly sunny and mid-70s over the weekend. Heat near 90°F and potential thunderstorms are expected early next week.

The Illinois State Fair announces its 2025 "Adventure Awaits" theme with the Twilight Parade on August 7 and various activities, including livestock competitions, rides, and games.

Chicago Police issued a missing persons alert for 80-year-old Roy Harris, last seen in the 4300 block of W. 18th Pl. Concerns rise over his well-being and need for medical attention.