A man was fatally hit by a vehicle early Sunday in Calumet City. The crash is under investigation, and the area was closed for hours. No details on the victim or driver have been released yet.

A man died from a self-inflicted gunshot in Oak Forest after a safety alert about an armed suspect; the situation was managed by local police and emergency teams.

Cara Walsh was crowned the queen of Chicago's St. Patrick's Day Parade, an event judged by community notables. She will participate in cultural events leading up to the parade.

A Jeep hit a CTA bus and a parked vehicle in the Loop, injuring three. The wrong-way driver and a passenger were hospitalized, as was the bus driver. An arrest was made with charges pending.

A Metra train struck a vehicle in Chicago's Norwood Park, causing at least one death. The incident occurred around 3:50 p.m. and involved train 717. Details on how the crash happened are still unclear.

Federal narcotics and firearm charges were brought against four Chicago individuals following a joint HSI and CPD investigation targeting an open-air drug market.

The Illinois HFS has filed a report to enhance access and affordability of gene and cell therapy for Medicaid patients, focusing on equitable healthcare.

Bally's temporary casino in Chicago has underperformed in revenue generation, missing projections but city officials remain optimistic about the potential of the future full-scale casino.

The Illinois Attorney General has charged Henry R. Brown with drug trafficking and gun possession, underlining the state's stance against such crimes.

A 15-year-old boy in Chicago accidentally shot himself in the forearm and was taken to hospital in fair condition. No arrests have been made as detectives investigate.

Macy's Inc. is closing 66 stores nationwide, including one in Illinois, adapting to a trend of smaller, strip mall-based shops and focusing on luxury brands.

The Chicago Police Department warns of a series of robberies in the 12th District, advising delivery workers and residents to be cautious and report suspicious activity.

A Chicago Air Force vet, Joel Jusino-Bergollo, died in a Dallas crash during a high-speed police chase when hit by a car driven by suspect Devonte Webber.