Metra's special holiday trains with seasonal decorations and Santa-themed characters are running on select dates starting November 30. Tickets cost $5, must be bought in advance, and go on sale November 11.

Democrat Eric Sorensen wins the 17th District congressional seat in Illinois, defeating Republican Joe McGraw.

A state trooper was severely injured after being hit by an unlicensed driver on I-57 in Illinois. The driver has been charged with multiple violations.

Two men are charged with attempted murder after a violent altercation near a Mount Prospect park, involving gun and knife wounds to a 33-year-old man.

Eileen O'Neill Burke wins the Cook County State's Attorney race with 65% of the vote, succeeding Kim Foxx. She aims for criminal justice reform and stronger gun crime penalties.

NielsenIQ is exploring a potential $10 billion IPO by 2025, as the market shows increased IPO activity and economic optimism. No final decision has been made by the consumer intelligence firm.

Jennifer Custer leads over Michelle Pierre in the Chicago School Board race, with CTU backing and focus on neighborhood school investment. Both candidates oppose excessive short-term borrowing.

An 18-year-old has been charged with first-degree murder for a July 2023 killing in Chicago; taken into custody and his detention hearing is scheduled for today.

The Art Institute of Chicago has launched its first gallery dedicated to Korean art, curated by Yeonsoo Chee and featuring a range of historical artifacts from over 2,000 years ago to contemporary works.

An Illinois advisory referendum proposes a 3% tax increase on income over $1 million to aid property tax relief and signal future legislative actions.

Bishop Jeffrey S. Grob is appointed as the new Archbishop of Milwaukee, replacing the retiring Archbishop Listecki.

Illinois and North Carolina are each set to receive $40 million from Kroger as part of a national settlement, aimed at funding opioid crisis abatement programs.

Increased police presence in suburban Cook County polling places is planned to ensure voter and poll worker safety during elections, as announced by Sheriff Thomas J. Dart.