The Museum of Science and Industry in Chicago is renamed the Kenneth C. Griffin Museum after a $125 million donation and will introduce new exhibits and a digital gallery.

The Illinois Department of Revenue maintains Johnson County's property assessment equalization factor at 1.0000, ensuring stable local property taxes.

Chicago's Finance Committee approved a $1.75 million settlement for the family of Iris Chavez, an Army vet who died by suicide in police custody in 2021.

Illinois debates a bill to move from punishing to treating drug use in pregnancy, facing opposition from a state’s attorney but finding support among healthcare groups advocating for compassionate approaches.

Two "crash-and-grab" burglaries occurred on Chicago's South Side, involving vehicles ramming into businesses to commit theft, with no arrests made yet.

IDNR and IPFC in Illinois advocate for controlled burns to preserve ecosystems, launching a "Map Your Burn" initiative to collect data and promote prescribed fire benefits.

The Chicago Police are searching for 25-year-old Morgan Farley, who has been missing since April 3 and was last seen with an unknown male at Ada Park.

Chicago faces erratic weather with showers and thunderstorms expected, as Lake Michigan breezes cool temperatures to the high 50s, with possible localized flooding.

Early Monday morning turned violent for a man in Chicago's South Side after a group of male assailants shot him and stole his vehicle, accordi...

Chuck E. Cheese is replacing its iconic animatronic band with modern attractions at most locations, while debates arise around the true recipe of deep dish pizza and Illinois considers changing its tipped minimum wage.

A woman in Houston has been charged with aggravated assault after a man was fatally stabbed and later died in the hospital. The incident occurred after a night out and the suspect, Shawna Torrence, attempted to get medical aid for the victim.

Illinois urges residents to dim lights as millions of migrating birds pass overhead this week, aiming to reduce bird collisions with buildings during their journey northward.

Illinois is seeking nominations for the Senior Illinoisans Hall of Fame, honoring seniors aged 65+ who have contributed to the arts, community service, education, or labor. Nominations are open until June 1, with the ceremony this fall.