Chicago's O'Hare Airport expansion has escalated to $8.5 billion, pressuring city and airline officials to negotiate cost reductions without compromising the airport's edge.

Kyran Malone from Skokie, IL faces felonies for an armed robbery and shooting that wounded a man, with charges including battery and armed robbery with harm, after his arrest by Chicago PD.

Chicago's weather forecast includes brief snow flurries, heavy rain, and strong winds. The National Weather Service predicts fluctuating temperatures and warns of hazardous conditions for boaters.

Benjamin D. Rumbo of Benson, Arizona, will serve a 20-year sentence following a guilty plea for distributing child pornography. The conviction is part of the broader Project Safe Childhood initiative aimed at combating child sexual exploitation.

Illinois State Police seek public assistance in a fatal hit-and-run case involving the death of Destiny Dixon, who was killed while helping at a previous accident site.

Chicago attorney Michael Abramson faces new federal witness tampering charges in addition to 2018 tax fraud indictment.

A traffic stop shooting in Chicago resulted in the death of suspect Dexter Reed and a wounded officer, amid gunfire exchanges caught on bodycam, with officers on administrative leave.

Illinois State Police boosts new trooper salaries to over $90,000 to attract candidates and reflects the administration's respect for their service amid a competitive labor market.

A 16-year-old boy faces a felony robbery charge for forcibly stealing from a 24-year-old man on a CTA train, as per Chicago Police. He was arrested near E. 103rd St. following the March 11 incident.

Chicago faces a wintry mix affecting the morning commute, with NWS issuing an advisory for snow showers and rain throughout the day and into the night.

Chicago's airports expect 2.9 million travelers during spring break, with increased security measures and advice for early arrivals due to longer waits at checkpoints.

Runway 606 is a new program in Chicago aimed at fast-tracking high school students into tech careers by integrating college-level coursework to expedite their education.

Rich Guidice is retiring as Mayor Brandon Johnson's chief of staff, a position he has held since Johnson's election. He will be succeeded by Cristina Pacione-Zayas, signaling a shift to the left.