Rivian Automotive receives $827 million in state incentives to expand its Illinois plant, a move that comes with a commitment to over 550 jobs and is fueled by high demand for its new R2 SUV.

An 89-year-old woman is suing GSK and Boehringer Ingelheim, claiming Zantac caused her cancer. The companies deny the allegations, citing lack of scientific proof.

A coalition in Chicago sues the city over denied protest permits ahead of the DNC, claiming their rights are stifled and questioning the city's preparedness for demonstrations.

Demolition began on the Thompson Center as Google commences its $280 million Chicago HQ project, maintaining the building's iconic atrium while updating its design. The "Snoopy in a Blender" sculpture will move to the Art Institute of Chicago.

Chicago union workers secured wage increases with CPS and the Park District, affecting 11,000 staff and advancing minimum salaries after successful negotiations.

Illinois launches a significant construction season with 20 projects funded by the $825 million Rebuild Illinois program, enhancing safety, mobility, and jobs in the Metro East region.

Two Chicago men were sentenced for their roles in a drug trafficking scheme from Mexico to Chicago, with law enforcement's extensive efforts leading to convictions on drug conspiracy charges.

The Chicago Police are seeking a man for an attempted robbery on the CTA Red Line, where a woman was assaulted and threatened at the Harrison Street platform.

A woman was assaulted in Chicago's West Loop; the assailant, a Hispanic male, attempted to drag her to an alley but she resisted. The suspect remains at large.

Amtrak's new "Borealis" line will start operating between Chicago and the Twin Cities on May 21, doubling connections between the metros with affordable ticket prices.

Chicago police seek help finding suspects in two armed robberies on the city's mass transit system, urging the public to report any useful information.

Illinois Governor's office has labeled the Chicago Bears' $5 billion stadium proposal as a "non-starter," emphasizing the need for taxpayer benefits, despite the team's pledge to invest $2.3 billion in private funding.

The IDOI launches a new mental health parity campaign in Illinois with the character Yarney teaching about insurance rights, backed by a history of enforcing parity laws and reinvesting fines into advocacy efforts.