Two men fired at a car in Chicago, fled to a police station where they continued shooting, then crashed during a chase. They were arrested; no injuries were reported.

The Chicago Police have alerted the public to the disappearance of Aleska Quevedo Liendo, a 16-year-old girl, missing since August 6, and are seeking assistance.

Chicago police issued a missing persons alert for 18-year-old Angelo Sanchez-Raney, last seen in Chicago and possibly in Country Club Hills, Illinois.

94-year-old Semen Lelchuk, with dementia, is missing in Chicago. He's white, 5'2", 130 lbs, with white hair and blue eyes, last seen in a red shirt. Police urge the public to report sightings.

Cardinal Blase Cupich celebrated his 50th priesthood anniversary in Chicago, having impacted the church locally and internationally, including the election of Pope Leo XIV and promoting women's roles within the church.

Illinois State Trooper Colin Gruenke was arrested on child pornography distribution charges, following a federal investigation sparked by NCMEC alerts.

Chicago police are seeking information on a fatal hit-and-run in Auburn Park involving a dark SUV, asking the public for tips that can be provided anonymously.

Illinois AG Kwame Raoul, with 19 states, sues the DOE over funding cap on state energy programs, risking initiatives like Illinois Clean Energy Innovation Fund. They argue the cap violates federal regulations on negotiated indirect costs.

Chicago Police arrested Dashawn Carldwell for aggravated battery with a firearm after a July 6 shooting. He was caught on August 13 and will face a detention hearing.

The Chicago Police Department is requesting help to find Tia Detrayon, missing since August 9, 2025, and considered endangered. She is known to visit specific Chicago areas.

Sergius Harty was sentenced to 7.5 years for a drug-induced homicide after supplying fentanyl to his girlfriend.

The Chicago Air & Water Show returns this weekend, featuring the U.S. Air Force Thunderbirds and U.S. Army Parachute Team. Rehearsals begin Friday with the main event on Saturday and Sunday.

Chicago anticipates a heatwave with temperatures potentially reaching 92 degrees, while chances of showers and thunderstorms may offer relief; August has seen lower than usual rainfall.