A Clifford Law lawsuit alleges Rafferty’s Pub overserved a patron who later struck and killed a woman in Hodgkins, saying staff even handed him an alcoholic drink "to go."

A federal judge temporarily blocked DHS from enforcing DEI-related certification requirements that threatened Chicago’s emergency-preparedness grants, protecting funds for cybersecurity, hazmat and first responders.

FBI Chicago has added Aron Barcenas and Julio Bernal to its Most Wanted roster in the 2022 slaying of 14‑year‑old Erick Alfaro; both are considered armed and dangerous.

Three juveniles in Chicago were arrested following a fatal stabbing; two face murder charges and the third, armed robbery. The investigation continues.

Cook County approved $2.4 million in funds to help small businesses through community financial institutions, aiming to improve local commerce and address capital access in underserved areas.

A council review of municipal charges tied to a Washington trip prompted aldermen to cut Mayor Thaddeus Jones' card limit and strip dozens of bills from the approved list.

An Illinois residing Guatemalan national was sentenced to two years for illegal re-entry into the U.S. after deportation and prior sexual assault charges.

Clinicians say months of missed paychecks at C4 have prompted resignations and strained client care while state and federal agencies press the nonprofit for records and money.

Snowy owls attract crowds in Chicago after being spotted at Montrose Beach, with birdwatchers and locals intrigued by their unusual visitation patterns.

Chicago's weather forecast includes mild temperatures with potential rain and fog, followed by colder conditions and possible snow showers as Thanksgiving approaches.

Two Chicago police officers were seriously injured in a traffic accident when their squad car was hit by a vehicle that ran a red light. The 26-year-old driver of the Toyota was also hospitalized.

Extra police were deployed at Chicago's Magnificent Mile Lights Festival Parade following shootings that left one teen dead and several injured. The security presence helped ensure a safe event.

Chicago Police issued an alert after a sexual assault in Albany Park, seeking suspects identified as a "Male Black Hispanic" and a "Male White Hispanic".