Joseph Garza of Rockford was sentenced to 8.5 years for illegal firearms possession and sales, following a guilty plea to two counts as a prohibited person.

A Pike County man received a 30-year federal prison sentence for sexually exploiting a minor and creating an abusive environment involving drugs and coercion.

A community alert details a series of robberies in Chicago's Hyde Park, with the police seeking public assistance to identify three male suspects involved in two incidents.

Expect varied weather in Chicago with showers, highs near 52°F, and strong winds. The week includes sunny days, potential showers, and a warm-up towards the weekend with possible thunderstorms.

The Illinois Department of Revenue set a 1.0000 property assessment equalization factor for Richland County for a second consecutive year, ensuring fair and consistent property taxation.

Illinois teens will benefit from a $24 million Juul settlement, used for vaping prevention and cessation programs, including Truth Initiative's EX Program, as announced by Attorney General Kwame Raoul.

Chicago Police issued an alert for missing 14-year-old Serenity Omosikeji, last seen on March 22 in Chicago. She's described as a Black female with brown eyes and black hair. The public is urged to call 911 with information.

The Chicago Police Department requests public assistance in locating Rhonda Pearson, a missing 53-year-old woman last seen on West Cullerton Street. She is Black, 5’03”, and weighs 147 lbs with a medium complexion.

Chicago enjoys mild weather with highs in the 60s, though a cold front brings light showers and winds up to 35 mph. The week will see sunny skies and temperatures in the 50s and 60s, with potential thunderstorms towards the weekend.

A rideshare driver in Chicago's New City neighborhood was carjacked at gunpoint; no injuries reported, no arrests made, with police investigation ongoing.

A woman was fatally stabbed after an altercation in Chicago's Lincoln Square. A 35-year-old man allegedly attacked her and is now in custody with pending charges.

Cherry blossoms bloom at Chicago's Jackson Park, drawing local enthusiasm and signifying nature's resilience after previous poor seasons due to weather.

Two male Piping Plovers, identified as Pippin and Uncle Larry, have arrived at Montrose Beach, indicating the early start of the nesting season for this endangered species in Chicago.