Illinois AG Kwame Raoul leads a coalition of 21 attorneys general supporting Susman Godfrey law firm against a Trump executive order they deem unconstitutional.

Josalyn Fowler has been charged with murder and attempted armed robbery following Kevin Patel's fatal shooting in Lincoln Park. Evidence including a false 911 call and a .40 caliber handgun linked her to the crime.

Willie Holmes, 54, is charged with first-degree murder in the stabbing death of a 25-year-old woman in Chicago.

Enthusiasts lined up early at Pop Mart in Chicago for the new Labubu plush toy release, a beloved character from illustrator Kasing Lung's fairy-tale series. The store's limited stock and the toy's popularity caused fans to queue since before dawn.

Two Chicago men face charges including attempted murder, armed robbery, and vehicular hijacking, linked to violent crimes in July 2024. They are suspected of attacking an off-duty officer and others.

A rabbit in Tuscola and a squirrel in Urbana, Illinois, tested positive for tularemia, prompting health warnings and advice on precautionary measures.

A tourist visiting Chicago won $3 million from a lottery ticket purchased at Komal Wine and Liquors while sightseeing, leading to a timely financial boost for house hunting.

Two consecutive days saw separate fatalities on Chicago's CTA lines, with one person dying after falling onto tracks at Oak Park and another struck by a train at West Town.

A DuPage County teacher, Christina Formella, has pleaded not guilty to charges of sexually abusing a 15-year-old student. Cameras have been banned from the trial to protect those involved.

Stellantis plans to reopen its Belvidere plant by 2027 despite layoffs and market challenges due to a 25% tariff on imported vehicles and parts. The company is adjusting its production strategy amid broader industry impacts from tariffs.

Chicago Police Department announces a DUI Saturation Patrol in the 14th District for April 26, aiming to deter drunk driving and enforce traffic laws.

A 19-year-old man was shot and critically wounded during a robbery in Chicago's Englewood neighborhood. The incident involved four male attackers and occurred around 9:15 p.m. No arrests have been made.

Chicago has established a Reparations Task Force to address systemic racism effects and is accepting public applications for its 40-member team with a $500,000 budget.