A Hoffman Estates storage manager pleaded guilty to transporting Walter Payton memorabilia that prosecutors say sold for about $75,000 but was later appraised at roughly $1.08M.

A 67-year-old man was critically injured Tuesday in a shooting near Madison and Leavitt streets on Chicago's Near West Side. Police say the victim was taken to Stroger Hospital and detectives are investigating.

Cook County Sheriff's Police say a crash on West Noel Street led to DUI detentions and a weapon charge after officers found a loaded gun on one driver.

A reported hostage call in New Chicago was a hoax, police say. Authorities warned that 'swatting' hoaxes can bring criminal charges and costly consequences.

Chicago police issued an alert after more than a dozen vehicles were stolen across the Loop between Feb. 26 and March 22; detectives are asking for tips.

Frank Thomas sued the White Sox, Nike and Fanatics, saying City Connect 2.0 jerseys used his name and No. 35 without permission and seeking damages.

Gov. JB Pritzker announced The Chicks will headline the 2026 Illinois State Fair in Springfield, with an 11‑day Grandstand slate that includes Bailey Zimmerman and Matchbox Twenty.

A burglary alarm at an Elmwood Park sports bar led to a brief police chase and crash on Tuesday, leaving one suspect hospitalized and at least one person in custody.

A 38-year-old woman was found shot inside a Twin Lakes apartment Monday; an 11-month-old baby and a dog were unharmed and a suspect was detained.

A Chicago man faces a federal charge after allegedly posting "I'm going to shoot up a synagogue" on X; he was arrested in Florida and released on $100,000 bond.

A Will County committee advanced a controversial 2,400‑acre Earthrise solar project near Crete, promising tax revenue and union jobs while drawing farmer opposition. The proposal now heads to a mid‑April county‑board vote.

A St. Charles chef is launching Roaming Hoolies, a trailer-based Irish pub for parties and parades. The 20-foot build will seat about 15–20 and includes draft lines.

Nora and Gary Facko say their 37-year-old son was shot by Palos Hills officers on Feb. 15; state police are investigating and will refer the file to Cook County prosecutors.