Governor JB Pritzker declares a state disaster for Illinois counties hit by severe storms and flooding in mid-July, mobilizing additional recovery resources.

The 50th anniversary of the Canine Frisbee World Championship takes place in Naperville, with competitors from around the world participating in various events.

The release of Dolton officials' credit card statements reveals lavish taxpayer-funded spending on hotels, dining, and more, amid transparency struggles.

The Northbrook Park District's Skating School is enrolling kids to teach figure skating, hockey, and speed skating skills while promoting personal growth and fun.

Illinois distributes $35 million in cannabis revenue grants via the R3 Program to rejuvenate communities affected by economic neglect and high incarceration rates.

Springfield restaurant owner Omar Hernandez-Lopez receives an 18-month prison sentence for loan fraud scheme involvement.

Chicago is experiencing mixed weather with morning showers and possible storms, especially northwest of I-55, clearing up by evening. The weekend forecast is sunnier with highs around 70-85 degrees. A "Limited Thunderstorm Risk" is in effect today.

A woman in Chicago was fatally shot in the head while trying to drive away from two gunmen; no arrests have been made and the investigation is ongoing.

Firefighters in Chicago rescued two people from a residential building fire with no injuries, and police thwarted a train heist, recovering 39 TVs and detaining suspects.

The Chicago Transit Authority introduced an AI pilot program by ZeroEyes to detect guns on its network, aiming to enhance commuter and employee safety.

The Illinois Department of Public Health announced the first fatality from West Nile virus in 2024 and urged the public to take preventive measures against mosquito bites.

The Chicago Police have alerted the public about two missing persons: Maurice Gordan, 80, with dementia, and Cornell Lucas, 22, with schizophrenia, urging immediate information sharing.

Two sisters raised money for Chicago Sky basketball tickets through their lemonade stand and received a $2,000 donation, ensuring a limo ride and dinner.