Illinois celebrates the opening of its 100th social equity cannabis dispensary, The Dispensary Champaign, as part of its effort to create a fair and equitable cannabis market.

The Illinois State Fair announces new food vendors and the reintroduction of trams for easier navigation, featuring both traditional and innovative culinary options along with discounted admissions and musical acts.

John Velez might receive a $7.6 million settlement from Chicago for a wrongful murder conviction after spending 17 years in prison. The case involved recanted testimony and misidentification.

A person was fatally shot on the Dan Ryan Expressway in Chicago, with the victim, Tyjon Bush, later pronounced dead. Police are investigating the incident, which has raised concerns about roadway violence.

Chicago is set to settle a gender bias lawsuit against CFD for $11.25 million, compensating women who faced discriminatory physical tests and workplace conditions.

Illinois Representatives call for President Biden not to seek re-election, citing the need for new generation leadership, despite continuing support from other Democratic leaders and confidence from Biden's campaign team.

A driver in Chicago veered into the wrong lane, colliding with another vehicle and crashing into a building, leading to critical injuries and structural damage.

Chicago Police warn of burglaries targeting business trucks on South Packers Avenue, urging security enhancements and vigilance among local businesses.

One of four piping plover chicks at Montrose Beach is missing and presumed dead, with the remaining three in good condition. The community mourns the loss as conservation efforts continue.

Aurora, Illinois, plans a special census in 2025 to correct an assumed undercount from the 2020 census and recover lost revenue, with an estimated cost of $1 million for the count.

Chicago leaders announce $100 million for violence prevention following a holiday weekend with over 100 shootings.

The Illinois Advisory Council is reviewing Medicaid financing to improve access to high-cost drugs for conditions like Sickle Cell Disease, to be aligned with upcoming federal initiatives.

Jarvell Rainey's pre-trial release was denied following an attempted murder charge in last month's Naperville shooting.