Bally's Chicago revises its hotel plan at the casino site due to underground city water pipes, moving away from the original 500-room high-rise design.

A federal jury convicts six O-Block gang members for racketeering and the murder of rapper "FBG Duck," with sentencing pending between August and September.

Chicago anticipates severe winter weather with expected snow, blowing snow, and extreme cold as advisories and warnings are issued. Travel is discouraged in areas like northeast Porter County due to whiteout conditions.

A fire broke out in a Chatham neighborhood home's attic, but all occupants escaped without injury before the Chicago Fire Department extinguished the blaze.

The Naperville Police Department is accepting applications for its Citizen Police Academy starting March 6, 2024, offering residents an inside look at law enforcement over 10 weeks.

Chicago rail agencies use gas-fed flames to thaw frozen switches and maintain train service during severe winter weather, with safety measures in place.

Two armed individuals carjacked three people in Chicago's Gold Coast neighborhood, near Gov. Pritzker's home, before being arrested later that evening.

Illinois lawmakers require residents to register firearms banned before January 1, facing criticism over legislative clarity and constitutional rights.

Illinois has been named the top state in the Midwest for workforce development for a second year, with recognition for its innovative job programs and investments.

During the MLK Jr. weekend, Illinois police faced several crashes involving their cars, some due to Move Over Law violations; charges were filed in multiple incidents.

An elderly person is in very critical condition following a house fire in Chicago's Englewood neighborhood. Firefighters rescued the individual, who is now hospitalized. Details about the fire's cause remain undisclosed.

Illinois is awarding $2.4 million in grants to eight communities for outdoor recreation improvements, funded by the federal LWCF and supported by state and local investment.

Denise Lampe's work as a Plats and Plans Technician at IDOT involves aiding in land acquisitions for state projects, ensuring property rights are properly managed and supporting infrastructure progress.