The Illinois Attorney General has charged Henry R. Brown with drug trafficking and gun possession, underlining the state's stance against such crimes.

A 15-year-old boy in Chicago accidentally shot himself in the forearm and was taken to hospital in fair condition. No arrests have been made as detectives investigate.

Macy's Inc. is closing 66 stores nationwide, including one in Illinois, adapting to a trend of smaller, strip mall-based shops and focusing on luxury brands.

The Chicago Police Department warns of a series of robberies in the 12th District, advising delivery workers and residents to be cautious and report suspicious activity.

A Chicago Air Force vet, Joel Jusino-Bergollo, died in a Dallas crash during a high-speed police chase when hit by a car driven by suspect Devonte Webber.

A fire in Chicago's Belmont Cragin displaced six people and required about 100 firefighters to control. No physical injuries were reported, although the building is a total loss. The cause is under investigation.

Wildfires in the Los Angeles area have led to seven deaths, prompting evacuations of 180,000 people, with former Mayor Lori Lightfoot's family among those who lost homes.

A woman is arrested after violently carjacking and stabbing two people, including a teacher, in Chicago's Garfield Ridge neighborhood. The first victim was critically injured while the second is in good condition.

Two planes clipped wings at O'Hare Airport, with no injuries reported and both airlines providing replacement flights for passengers. The FAA is investigating the incident.

A USPS worker was robbed at gunpoint in Harvey; authorities detained three suspects and recovered stolen mail and firearms. The incident is under investigation.

Chicago celebrated what would have been Elvis Presley's 90th birthday with tribute events, including impersonators and themed parties at Bally's Casino and The Original Mother's Nightclub.

Allen Oscar Woods was arrested in Chicago for the murder of his ex-wife, Tiffany Woods, after being on the run since December 27. The arrest followed a tip and was carried out without incident.

Donald Trump visited Jimmy Carter's casket in the Capitol Rotunda, a gesture reflecting bipartisan respect despite past criticisms. Carter's body lies in state before a funeral where Trump will attend.