Illinois State Police arrested five men in a human trafficking sting in Danville, facing charges including aggravated criminal sexual abuse and possession of methamphetamine.

Illinois man Chad D. Campen pleads guilty to fraud, facing up to 30 years in prison for a series of financial crimes including bank fraud and money laundering.

The Chicago Police seek information on Hannah Pyles, missing since March 3, last seen in a pink and camo shirt, blue jeans, and light blue shoes. The community is urged to report sightings to help find Pyles, whose safety is a growing concern.

The weather in Chicago will vary, with fog and drizzle turning clear, rain on Friday, and potential gale winds on Saturday, followed by sunnier days ahead.

Chicago Mayor Brandon Johnson launches the One Summer Chicago program, aiming to employ an additional 4,000 young people aged 14 to 24 during the summer.

Flossmoor residents protest potential ouster of Police Chief Jerel Jones, amid lack of official explanation and limited communication from village leadership.

Illinois man Elliott Lawson Henderson was arrested following accusations of running a nationwide travel scam, with multiple victims alleging financial losses.

Chicago's Parachute restaurant is closing temporarily for concept refreshment, with plans to explore expansion Downtown. Owners and acclaimed chefs Kim and Clark prepare for its evolution.

Oswego has voted to add more seats to three village commissions to increase public involvement in decision-making, despite some trustees' objections and added costs.

Isaac Goodlow's family seeks unedited bodycam footage and officer identities after Goodlow was shot by Carol Stream police during a domestic incident call.

An 18-year-old was shot in the face while in a car in Chicago's Back of the Yards; he's in fair condition, the shooter is at large, and police are investigating.

Houston police are investigating a late-night hit-and-run on the North Freeway where a male pedestrian was fatally struck by a vehicle around 1 a.m. Identity and vehicle details are currently unknown.

A 28-year-old man, Laderek L. Jordan, was fatally shot in Chicago's Austin area and later died in the hospital. No suspects have been apprehended and the case is under investigation.