A body was found in the wheel well of a United Airlines plane after a flight from Chicago to Maui. The incident is under investigation by law enforcement.

Cardinal Blase Cupich led a traditional Midnight Mass at Holy Name Cathedral in Chicago, emphasizing the acceptance of human frailties and encouraging forgiveness and tolerance.

A Chicago family, grieving after Capri Edwards was killed, received a $1,500 shopping spree and a white Acura SUV from philanthropist Early Walker and Walmart.

Mayor Brandon Johnson signs an order creating a Transfemicide Working Group in Chicago to improve safety for transgender women, especially focusing on the Black trans community.

Chicago Police issued an alert for commercial burglaries in Armour Square and South Loop, with a male suspect breaking into businesses on December 19, 2024.

A judge rules that Chicago Public Schools CEO Martinez can restrict board members from union talks, amidst a power struggle and his pending employment termination.

The Chicago Police Department seeks public assistance in finding Jose Luqueno-Rios, 37, missing since June 1, 2024, last seen on South Marshfield Avenue.

Jaylin Brewster, 20, faces felony robbery and battery charges after a Chicago incident where he allegedly robbed two men and later battered police officers.

A man was critically injured in a Christmas Eve shooting at Chicago's Clark/Lake CTA station, causing train delays as police responded to the incident.

The FTC and Illinois AG secured a $20 million settlement with Leader Automotive Group for deceptive practices, impacting consumers with unauthorized add-ons and false advertising.

Two women were seriously injured during an early morning stabbing in Chicago's Hegewisch neighborhood; a suspect is in custody.

Two Quad Cities men were sentenced for a series of violent crimes in 2020, with Emmanuel Howard receiving 50 years and Evander Jordan receiving 150 years. Their spree included armed robberies, a shooting, and a carjacking.

The Illinois Department of Natural Resources is collecting used Christmas trees to create aquatic habitats in state lakes, with drop-off locations available post-holidays.