The Mega Millions jackpot has reached $965 million with no winners from the last draw. If won on Friday, it would be the eighth largest in the game's history.

Prosecutors say supporters of Lil Durk threatened a judge and a federal prosecutor and have asked a Los Angeles court to empanel an anonymous jury ahead of his January trial.

Vance Patton, 59, pleaded guilty to five burglaries — including two in Beverly less than 48 hours after his March release — and was sentenced to six years. The small-dollar thefts nonetheless triggered a longer prison term.

Denise O'Malley's longtime Joliet attempted-murder case is slated for a Dec. 1 plea hearing after more than five years on the docket.

Border Patrol commander Gregory Bovino is reportedly preparing to leave Chicago as the "Midway Blitz" operation faces protests, court orders and questions about its future. The move could shift where federal agents concentrate enforcement.

Trevon Wilson has been charged with attempted murder and aggravated battery after a stabbing incident in Chicago's Avalon Park left two seriously injured.

Despite an end to the government shutdown in sight, air travel issues persist, but a bill promising federal workers back pay and resuming operations awaits a House vote.

The Northern Lights were visible over Chicago, creating a colorful display. The phenomenon followed a solar flare event. Chicago's weather is now clear with highs in the 50s and a pleasant weekend forecast.

Chicago Police are searching for 15-year-old Cole McCann, last seen near Taft High School. He has a light complexion, brown hair, brown eyes, and a birthmark on his left cheek. He was wearing a black hoodie, pants, white shoes, and a black jacket.

A fire that started in the garage of an Oak Brook home caused significant damage, but there were no injuries thanks to working smoke alarms. Firefighters battled the blaze for over two hours. The cause is under investigation.

Andre D. Johnson was charged with Home Invasion and Domestic Battery after an incident with his ex-girlfriend in Peoria. He remains in custody awaiting trial.

A man fired at Border Patrol agents during an immigration operation in Chicago's Little Village, and the incident led to community protests and tensions concerning aggressive enforcement tactics.

A Chicago father says a 1‑year‑old was hit by pepper spray at a Cicero Sam's Club parking lot during a federal immigration sweep; DHS says it did not deploy spray there.