The Illinois Department of Public Health confirmed the first detection of a tick carrying Ehrlichia muris eauclairensis in the state, urging health awareness and prevention.

Illinois AG Kwame Raoul warned iDentidad Advertising Development LLC to stop transmitting suspected illegal robocalls after a coalition of attorneys general and the FCC issued a cease-and-desist letter.

Chicago's weather is set to be mostly sunny with warm temperatures, reaching near 80 degrees on the weekend, but midweek forecasts show possible showers and cooler temperatures.

Illinois is searching for a new flag design and residents have until October 18 to submit proposals, with the option of reviving a historical flag by Wallace Rice as a potential candidate.

A Chicago man was arrested in Naperville for allegedly selling cocaine and heroin/fentanyl; police seized narcotics and charged him with multiple felonies.

Big Lots is closing additional stores in Illinois amid its Chapter 11 bankruptcy, adding to the 315 store closures announced previously due to economic challenges and declining consumer demand.

Former NFL quarterback Jay Cutler was arrested in Franklin, Tennessee for DUI, possession of a handgun while under the influence, and other charges after being involved in a rear-end collision.

Wilmette police arrested a suspect for the theft of a stolen dog named Leon and recovered other stolen property.

CTA Brown Line service in Chicago faced delays due to a train car fire at Adams/Wabash with no injuries reported.

An Illinois man was sentenced to 18 months in jail for assaulting officers during the January 6 Capitol riots, and must also pay fines and restitution.

An inmate at McHenry County Correctional Facility sustained severe injuries after falling down stairs; details on the event's circumstances remain undisclosed.

Chicago is set for a sunny week with mild temperatures, though there is an elevated risk of brush fires in nearby areas. The pleasant weather is expected to continue into next week with seasonable to warmer temperatures.

A woman was attacked and robbed by multiple assailants after leaving a Chick-fil-A in Chicago; she received treatment for minor injuries. Two people were detained and the investigation is ongoing.