The Chicago Police Department is actively searching for 30-year-old Robert Hall, missing since February 1st, last seen on South Princeton Avenue. He is 6'2", 180 pounds, with a "Tremaine" tattoo, and concerns for his wellbeing are increasing.

Driver Alex Landa indicted by Lake County Grand Jury for hit-and-run death of 18-year-old Tiana Smith; faces charges of failure to report a crash involving death and aggravated DUI causing death.

A Waukegan man was arrested for child pornography possession after a cloud service tip, with nearly 200 illicit images found on his laptop. More devices were seized and he's charged with three counts, pending further investigation.

The Chicago Police Department is searching for missing 71-year-old Eddie Ellis, last seen on March 5, 2025, in the 3300 block of S. Michigan. Described as a Black male with brown eyes and grey hair, he may be confused and need medical attention.

The SBA announced closures of its offices in six sanctuary cities, citing resource optimization and compliance with federal immigration laws under Trump's administration. Local advocates fear negative impacts on small businesses.

An Illinois man was sentenced to 12.5 years for a fatal DUI crash involving cannabis, which resulted in the death of a 4-year-old and injuries to her mother.

Correctional officer Brittany Hall is indicted on charges of sexually abusing four female inmates at a Chicago federal prison.

Attorney General Kwame Raoul, with AGs from other states, issued guidance to support diversity initiatives in education, responding to federal attempts to limit them.

The Chicago Police are searching for John Vasquez, missing since February 22 and possibly in need of medical attention. Last seen in a black coat and light pants, he frequents Chicago area libraries and is easily recognized by a facial tattoo.

77-year-old woman, Alicia Bowles, was found dead after a fire in her cluttered Mundelein home; space heaters were in use, and officials report no suspicion of foul play.

Plainfield police seek help to find 16-year-old Ethan Hernandez, last seen Monday leaving his home on Penn Road. He was wearing a black Nike outfit and hasn't used his phone since.

A romantic dispute led to a shooting in Northwest Indiana, requiring SWAT intervention and resulting in the suspect, James Ferguson, being apprehended and charged with aggravated battery.

A Chicago landlord was ordered to pay $80,000 for threatening to report tenants to immigration authorities, in violation of the Illinois Immigrant Tenant Protection Act.