The Invest in Kids scholarship program's end in Illinois causes concern as private schools shut down and families like the Dela Moras seek ways to fund their children's Catholic education. Debate continues on funding and educational equity.

Teachers at two Chicago charter schools are striking, demanding better special education resources and immigrant protections, as negotiations with Instituto del Progreso Latino stall.

A 14-year-old has been charged with felony aggravated battery by discharging a firearm in Chicago, following a shooting incident involving a 13-year-old victim.

The Illinois Arts Council announces major changes to its grant system to enhance equity and accessibility, including multi-year funding, no cash match requirement, and a new Creative Accelerator Fund, among other initiatives.

An Illinois man received a five-year sentence for attempting to burn down a future reproductive health clinic.

Two individuals are facing multiple charges, including felony robbery counts after allegedly robbing a 25-year-old woman at gunpoint in Chicago. The suspects are identified as Joseph Tadla, 24, and Araceli Granda Brito, 21.

A 51-year-old man died after his car crossed into the opposing lane and struck a tree on Naper Boulevard, Naperville. Police are investigating the cause.

Mayor Brandon Johnson appoints Sam Kukadia to a key role in the Metropolitan Pier and Exposition Authority, leveraging his experience in heavy highway engineering and community involvement.

Chicago Police seek help in finding missing 15-year-old Janiya Grover, last seen January 22 near 77th and Yates. She is described as 5 feet tall, with brown eyes, and black and blonde braids.

Police alert Austin, Chicago community after a woman was sexually assaulted by an armed suspect in a building stairwell on Jan. 11. The assailant remains at-large.

The article details a varied weather forecast for Chicago, with fog and potential travel hazards early in the week, followed by wind and thunderstorm risks, ending with sunny, then snowy conditions over the weekend.

The Illinois Department of Public Health has moved its Bellwood Regional Office to the Westbrook Corporate Center in Westchester to improve efficiency and is preparing to incorporate the West Chicago Regional Office.

Chicago celebrates St. Patrick's Day by dyeing the river green, a 63-year tradition carried out by the Journeymen Plumbers Local 130 using environmentally safe dye.