Illinois passed SB 3713 to expand its Crime Victims Compensation Program, aiming to reduce barriers for survivors of violent crime seeking financial aid.

The DOJ reached a settlement with CEFCU to address ADA violations after claims of discrimination against individuals with disabilities. CEFCU must implement a new ADA policy and compensate the complainant.

The Chicago Police Department is searching for missing James Sykes, 59, last seen May 6. His disappearance is complicated by the lack of a current address.

America's tallest waterslide, "The Rise of Icarus," opens at Mount Olympus Water and Theme Park in Wisconsin Dells, promising an exciting addition to the region.

A jury found Zantac not responsible for a woman's cancer, while Pfizer settled over 10,000 cases related to Zantac's alleged cancer risks. More trials are upcoming.

Dan R. Waeckerle, Jr. was sentenced to over 40 years in prison for sexually exploiting a minor, reflecting law enforcement's commitment to child protection.

An employee at City Winery in Chicago fatally stabbed a colleague, resulting in closure of the venue, which is expected to reopen for scheduled performances.

Cook County unveils "Tourism Alive," investing $10 million to revitalize its tourism and hospitality sectors, with campaigns focused on exploring greenspaces and boosting the workforce.

The article describes the weather forecast for Chicago, indicating a sunny day followed by potential thunderstorms and mixed conditions over the weekend.

Chicago City Council has voted to give local aldermen control over the approval of downtown marijuana dispensary sites, bypassing the Zoning Board of Appeals.

A Lotto player won a $1 million jackpot at a BP in Wadsworth, Illinois; the store gets a $10,000 bonus. The winner has one year to claim the prize, and lottery officials recommend securely signing the winning ticket.

Attorney General Kwame Raoul leads a group of 18 attorneys general in urging the Department of Education to expedite new regulations aimed at providing debt relief to federal student loan borrowers.

Celebrity chef Rick Bayless opens a new fast-casual Mexican restaurant, Tortazo, inside the Macy's at Westfield Old Orchard Mall in Skokie, offering a range of Mexico City-style dishes.