Chicago Mayor Brandon Johnson gained internet popularity for his dedication to community safety, supporting businesses, and openly challenging racially insensitive remarks.

Illinois invests $6.6 million to reopen a Rockford factory through the EDGE program, aiming to create 150 jobs and promote sustainability by using recycled materials in manufacturing.

A federal indictment reveals how a teenage Porterville resident allegedly participated in one of the most disturbing online criminal networks law enforcement has ever encountered—one that turns vulnerable kids into both victims and perpetrators. The case exposes a chilling new breed of extremism that's keeping FBI investigators up at night.

ATMs were stolen from businesses on Chicago's North and Northwest sides, with suspects fleeing in a black SUV. No arrests have been made, and investigations are ongoing.

A woman died after falling onto the CTA tracks in Chicago, contacting the third rail. Police are investigating the incident, which caused delays on the Brown Line.

Chicago Police issued an alert for Sophia Walker, 15, missing since October 24. She frequents Oz Park and has ties to Gurnee. Public assistance is sought.

A Cook County Sheriff's officer saved a choking woman in a Chicago suburb by performing the Heimlich maneuver after she pulled over in distress. The officer's quick response allowed the woman to decline further medical treatment.

A 23-year-old man was fatally shot while in his car in Chicago's West Garfield Park. He died at the hospital, and no arrests have been made; police are investigating.

A man was beaten by a group on a Chicago CTA Red Line train; he sustained injuries and was hospitalized. No suspects are in custody; police are investigating the assault.

Two people died in a vehicle collision on Interstate 88 in North Aurora, Illinois. The crash happened near Mitchell Road at 8:10 p.m., with lanes reopening at 1:19 a.m. after investigations.

Police investigate after an elderly woman and a man were found dead in a Palatine apartment; cause of death pending autopsy. No threat to the public reported.

A man was fatally shot and another critically injured in a shooting and subsequent car crash in Chicago's Humboldt Park early Saturday morning. No arrests have been made; police investigation is ongoing.

Judge orders Border Patrol Commander Gregory Bovino to court over allegations of using tear gas against protesters in Chicago, amid concerns of violating a restraining order against such actions.