Attorney General Kwame Raoul leads 22 attorneys general to demand the release of frozen FEMA funds by the Trump administration, citing the illegal holdup's impact on disaster readiness and recovery.

Illinois Democrats criticize Trump after a tumultuous meeting with Ukraine's Zelenskyy, where a minerals deal was canceled amid accusations against Zelenskyy.

A 13-year-old girl at McKay Elementary in Chicago lost consciousness for over 24 hours after ingesting a THC-laced edible. It's the second such incident this month, causing concern among parents and educators.

Illinois Department of Revenue announces a tentative property assessment equalization factor of 1.0000 for Montgomery County to ensure uniform tax burdens.

Chicagoans prepare to celebrate Pączki Day on March 4, involving a rush at local bakeries for the popular, spirit-infused Polish pastries ahead of Lent.

Chicago Police issued an alert about armed robberies in several neighborhoods, involving assailants with handguns demanding property and using stolen vehicles to flee. Residents are urged to be vigilant and avoid confrontation.

The Chicago Police have alerted about a series of armed robberies in Austin, Humboldt Park, and West Town by males aged 17-30, using stolen cars for escape.

A man is detained after reportedly stealing an ambulance from a Chicago hospital; the vehicle was later found in Northbrook with no injuries reported.

The Illinois Treasurer's I-CASH program has returned $22 million to residents in January, with a record 38,389 claims initiated after National Unclaimed Property Day.

McDonald's will not add an egg surcharge during their promotion of $1 Egg McMuffins to celebrate the sandwich's 50th anniversary, despite high egg prices. They also offer BOGO deals and reintroduce bagel sandwiches nationwide.

A man was arrested and charged with five counts of burglary for allegedly robbing multiple Chicago businesses. Terrance Shorts, 30, was caught and is linked to crimes committed on January 27. He also faces six warrants and a recent detention hearing.

Three Chicago men have received significant prison sentences for a series of violent carjackings and armed robberies, one involving a vehicle ...

The Chicago City Council approved the 1901 Project, a $7 billion plan to redevelop the West Side near the United Center, led by the Reinsdorf and Wirtz families.