Cannabis dispensaries in Chicago's Portage Park and Lincoln Square faced arson attacks involving Molotov cocktails, with the police releasing a suspect description and urging community vigilance.

Chicago's weekend weather is expected to remain cool, with temperatures in the low 50s, cloudy skies, and chances of showers. Conditions may improve slightly by mid-week.

Chicago Police alert public of arson attacks on cannabis dispensaries, providing suspect description and urging increased vigilance and security measures.

A suburban Chicago man was sentenced to five years in federal prison for cyberstalking a person he met on Grindr, escalating harassment to dangerous levels.

The Chicago Police Department announced DUI Saturation Patrols in the 22nd District, set for the evening of May 3, including speed detection and a mobile BAT unit.

Chicago Police request public help in locating Sirrena Jackson, a 17-year-old Asian girl missing since April 28. She has distinctive half black & half red hair.

A group in Cortland, Illinois, claimed a $349 million Mega Millions jackpot, choosing to remain anonymous under the name "Blessed." The winning ticket was purchased at Casey's General Store.

A man died in a Chicago apartment fire caused by unattended cooking; the building had no working smoke alarms. Firefighters extinguished the flames at the 20-unit building.

States led by Illinois file a lawsuit against the Trump administration for unconstitutional cuts to AmeriCorps, impacting community services and jobs.

Chicago Police have alerted the public about 15-year-old Jalil Ahad's disappearance from W. Cermak and urge anyone with information to contact Area Three SVU at 312-744-8266.

The McHenry County Sheriff’s Office received a "Chair of Honor" from Rolling Thunder Illinois Chapter 2 to commemorate over 80,000 U.S. POW/MIAs. The chair symbolizes the wait for their return and serves as a reminder of their sacrifice.

Southwest Airlines introduces new seating options and fare bundles, influenced by Elliott Management, offering varying amenities from assigned seating to baggage costs.

DuPage County experienced a ransomware attack affecting the sheriff's office and courts, with the FBI and Secret Service investigating. Systems were taken offline, but in-person court activities continue.