A vehicle crashed into a toll plaza on the Jane Addams Memorial Tollway, caught fire, and resulted in one fatality. The incident is under investigation.

A former VP from Citibank in Chicago is facing 2½ years in prison after being accused of defrauding elderly clients out of nearly $1.5 million...

Dr. Fabio Ortega, a former Chicago gynecologist, faces over 300 lawsuits for allegedly sexually abusing patients, with accusations dating from the early 1990s. His employer is also being sued.

A fire in Pilsen destroyed a home and damaged two others, with no injuries reported. The Chicago Fire Department extinguished the blaze, which affected a house under renovation. The cause is under investigation.

Uber introduces a verification feature in Chicago that gives riders a blue checkmark to increase driver safety, following incidents of violence against drivers.

An Illinois school district employee faces federal charges for embezzling over $100,000 using a fake deposit slip scheme. Linda J. Johnson could face up to 10 years in prison if convicted.

A 41-year-old Chicago man is charged with first-degree murder in the death of a 74-year-old in January; he was arrested and faced a hearing on April 18.

The Chicago Police are seeking a suspect for property damage at a Red Line station on April 11, 2024, calling on the public to help identify the individual.

A shooting in Naperville led to a lockdown at nearby schools and a juvenile suspect’s arrest. The community was shaken as a man was wounded and authorities probe the incident.

The U.S. Supreme Court ruled 7-2 in favor of veterans, ensuring they receive full GI Bill benefits, significantly impacting educational opportunities for over a million veterans.

The Lewis and Clark State Historic Site is set to commemorate the 220th anniversary of their expedition with reenactments, historic skill displays, and educational talks.

Highland Park is planning a scaled-down Fourth of July celebration two years after a shooting, including a remembrance ceremony, a themed parade, and a drone show instead of fireworks.

Gunfire in Naperville leaves one wounded; suspects fled and remain at large, with police deeming the incident targeted. Schools locked down as a precaution.