An adult and a young child were killed on Joliet’s east side. Authorities say a person of interest is in custody as detectives seek video and tips.

Chicago safety‑net hospitals say a federal reconciliation law could strip critical Medicaid funding, drive up uninsured numbers and force service and staffing changes.

A minor Amtrak derailment early Monday blocked platforms at Chicago's Union Station, prompting Metra advisories and potential delays on BNSF and Southwest Service lines.

Chicago faces a bitter cold snap with school closures and potential snowfall, while NOAA's National Weather Service predicts frigid temperatures with a slight chance of snow overnight and lake-effect snow possible later in the week.

Chicago Archdiocese is closing six schools due to financial issues, while reinstating Father Kondziolka after no reasonable cause was found regarding an old abuse allegation.

The EPA and partners announced more than $200M to remove contaminated sediment from the Grand Calumet River, targeting Lake George Canal and the Junction Reaches. The work is set to move into construction in late 2026.

Indiana State Police warned drivers to slow down after two troopers were struck in separate crashes within an hour as lake‑effect snow made roads treacherous.

A House appropriations report included $1.1M to demolish Ivanhoe Elementary and $850K to expand a cargo apron at Gary/Chicago International Airport. Local leaders say the moves pair cleanup with cargo‑led growth.

A severe winter storm hits Chicago, bringing heavy snowfall, strong winds, and extremely cold temperatures. Residents face travel disruptions and dangerously low wind chills.

Chicago police issued a statement on a shooting involving officers and an armed individual during a domestic disturbance, resulting in injuries and an ongoing investigation.

A packed Village Hall forced Lisle to postpone a public hearing on a proposed 256,000-square-foot, 50MW data center at the former Lockformer site. Neighbors raised alarms about generators, noise and contamination history.

Two people were shot Friday in Grand Crossing; one was in serious condition and sources say Chicago police fired shots, while CPD says no officers were injured.

Oak Lawn police say two elderly siblings were found dead with gunshot wounds during a welfare check on Maple Avenue; investigators describe the scene as isolated.