An Illinois State Trooper, Clay M. Carns, was fatally struck by a vehicle driven by John Fleet on I-55. Fleet faces a Scott's Law violation for not moving over. Carns is survived by his family.

A 15-year-old was charged with felony robbery for an incident on a Chicago train, with the arrest made a month after the reported crime. Details are limited due to the offender's age.

The Chicago Police issued a community alert about armed robberies in Altgeld Gardens and Golden Gate, warning of thieves posing as sellers on social media.

The Illinois Department of Labor has established an Informal Resolution and Mediation Unit to expedite labor dispute resolutions, saving time and resources.

Pedro Martinez's firing by the Chicago Board of Education has caused uncertainty in the city's education and stirred political turmoil, with Martinez challenging the decision in court.

Chicago Fire Department employees overpowered a would-be robber while on duty in Auburn Gresham, sustaining minor injuries but no weapon was found on the suspect.

Chicago airports expect a surge in holiday travel, predicting a busy Monday at O'Hare with around 243,000 passengers, and significant road travel per Triple A data.

Tiresias Young was arrested in Chicago for allegedly firing a gun, hitting one man, and attempting to shoot two officers. He faces felony charges, including attempted first-degree murder.

Illinois universities are expanding tuition coverage for low-income students, with new programs like the Roosevelt Pledge and UIC Aspire. A bill aims to reform funding for state universities to enhance affordability and access.

The Chicago Police Department is searching for 83-year-old James Charles, missing from the 8000 block of S. St. Lawrence Ave., last seen on December 22, 2024.

Chicago's South Side is closer to getting improved transit with a $5.7 billion L station project, partly funded by a $1.9 billion federal commitment. There is concern over the project's future under Trump's administration.

A jury awarded $66 million to the family of Idalia Corcoles, who died from complications after plastic surgery due to the surgeon’s medical negligence.

Antwon Chambers was arrested by Chicago Police for the murder of a 34-year-old woman, charged with first-degree murder, and awaits a detention hearing.