A Cook County judge gave Timothy Nielsen 9 1/2 years after he admitted driving his pickup into a Logan Square picnic in May 2021, leaving a woman critically injured.

The Illinois Supreme Court is reviewing an appeal regarding public arbitration of Chicago police disciplinary cases, affecting the progression of many serious misconduct charges.

A 16-year-old boy faces multiple felonies, including attempted first-degree murder, after a CPD arrest. He's also charged with aggravated battery, armed robbery, and theft, with a court hearing set for November 27, 2025.

Indiana Toll Road reopens eastbound after a crash in LaPorte County caused a lengthy closure and forced detours. Traffic flow resumes with ongoing investigation into the crash.

SafeWise puts Campton Hills atop Illinois' 2025 safety rankings after the Kane County village reported zero violent crimes and minimal property incidents. The result highlights a cluster of low‑crime Chicago suburbs.

Chicago braces for chilly Thanksgiving with potential flurries, as a Winter Storm Watch is in place for heavy weekend snowfall and freezing temperatures.

A 17-year-old has been charged with felonies including aggravated battery of an elderly person and robbery, as well as a trespass misdemeanor, following an assault and theft in Chicago.

A 19-year-old Chili’s greeter says she was punched, kicked and had hair pulled out after telling customers about a 30-minute wait. Surveillance video and a police probe are underway.

Lincoln Park sees burglaries and car vandalism surge; Chicago Police issue alert, describe suspects, and urge residents to secure valuables and report suspicious activities.

Illinois EPA says federal regulators stepped back from oversight after nearly half a million gallons of asphalt fouled the Chicago Sanitary and Ship Canal. State officials say asphalt and wildlife impacts persist.

Chicago rapper MAF Teeski was arrested and released on bond after battery-related charges were reported. Details remain limited as the case unfolds.

Oak Lawn settled with Hadi Abuatelah for $825,000 for a 2020 incident where he was punched by police; the village claims it's not an admission of guilt.

Criticism arises as the Trump administration plans to exclude nursing from the professional degrees list for federal loan eligibility, potentially limiting funds for students. This decision, facing backlash, might worsen the nursing shortage.