Chicago Police are searching for Verniece Barbee, a 14-year-old Black girl last seen April 13, weighing 180 pounds with brown eyes and blonde hair. They seek public aid and provided contact information for tips.

Several garages in Lincoln Park, Chicago, caught fire early Wednesday, with no injuries reported. Firefighters overcame obstacles to extinguish the fires. The cause is under investigation.

55-year-old Brandon Everette is missing from Chicago's South Shore. The police issued an alert and urge anyone with information to contact detectives or call 911.

The search for 80-year-old Ramon Guzman, missing since April 15, is underway in Chicago. He may require medical attention, and the police have issued a description and contact details for leads.

IL OSHA collaborates with state fire organizations to offer a sample SOG for interior firefighting safety, aiming to address the "NIOSH 5" and enhance fireground protocols.

Joseph Garza of Rockford was sentenced to 8.5 years for illegal firearms possession and sales, following a guilty plea to two counts as a prohibited person.

A Pike County man received a 30-year federal prison sentence for sexually exploiting a minor and creating an abusive environment involving drugs and coercion.

A community alert details a series of robberies in Chicago's Hyde Park, with the police seeking public assistance to identify three male suspects involved in two incidents.

Expect varied weather in Chicago with showers, highs near 52°F, and strong winds. The week includes sunny days, potential showers, and a warm-up towards the weekend with possible thunderstorms.

The Illinois Department of Revenue set a 1.0000 property assessment equalization factor for Richland County for a second consecutive year, ensuring fair and consistent property taxation.

Illinois teens will benefit from a $24 million Juul settlement, used for vaping prevention and cessation programs, including Truth Initiative's EX Program, as announced by Attorney General Kwame Raoul.

Chicago Police issued an alert for missing 14-year-old Serenity Omosikeji, last seen on March 22 in Chicago. She's described as a Black female with brown eyes and black hair. The public is urged to call 911 with information.

The Chicago Police Department requests public assistance in locating Rhonda Pearson, a missing 53-year-old woman last seen on West Cullerton Street. She is Black, 5’03”, and weighs 147 lbs with a medium complexion.