Former Illinois House Speaker Michael Madigan faces racketeering and bribery charges. Testimony began detailing his alleged control over legislation and political favors.

IDOT is rehabilitating the Kennedy Expressway, with express lanes reopening in late fall, and starting the Foster Avenue bridge overhaul next month, affecting local traffic.

Ovidio Guzman Lopez, son of "El Chapo," is in plea negotiations with prosecutors in Chicago, with outcomes still uncertain as his legal team and prosecutors continue discussions.

A man was fatally shot in the head inside a Roseland, Chicago residence; he was pronounced dead at the scene. No suspects are in custody, and police continue to investigate the incident.

Chicago police issued an alert for information on burglaries in the 16th and 17th Districts where businesses were robbed by shattering windows or doors.

A series of night-time burglaries in Chicago's 12th District has prompted a police alert, with suspects targeting businesses by shattering glass doors and stealing valuables.

A man is arrested for arson after a significant fire at an Illinois Target store, with losses estimated at $1.5 million.

Chicago is reforming its approach to supporting migrants and the homeless by merging the New Arrivals program with the state's homeless system, potentially affecting shelter access.

Three individuals, including two teens, were shot near a Lil Durk concert in Chicago; an 18-year-old died, another is critical, and a 15-year-old is in good condition. No arrests have been made.

An Illinois State Trooper, Corey S. Thompsen, died in a collision involving a truck in Champaign County. The truck driver was cited, and the investigation is ongoing.

A fake gun accidentally discharged at Fox Valley Mall, causing panic but no injuries. Police detained a suspect; mall operations normalized soon after.

Open House Chicago offered free access to over 170 notable sites, including the Astor Club and Salvage One, enriching attendees with the city's architectural heritage and history.

Yolanda Howell, a 78-year-old woman with dementia, was found dead in a forest preserve 11 days after being reported missing in Cook County. No foul play is suspected, and the cause of death is under investigation.