Six Flags Great America will temporarily close the Raging Bull coaster on August 18 for a major refresh, including a full repaint, with no reopening date announced yet.

Chicago Police are seeking help to find Solangie Meneses, a missing 16-year-old girl last seen on the 6400 block of West Berteau. She's considered endangered and may be with unknown individuals.

Illinois Governor Pritzker and AbbVie announced a $195 million facility expansion in North Chicago to boost drug ingredient production, job creation, and economic growth in the state.

Multiple shootings at a large party in Chicago's South Austin neighborhood left 2 dead and 7 wounded. Police resources were stretched as they responded to the widespread incident. A $10,000 reward is offered for information on the murders.

Suspect Aaron Conley was apprehended after a domestic-related double shooting in Aurora, leaving one victim critically injured and another with non-life-threatening wounds.

Severe storms in the Midwest lead to Milwaukee flooding, prompting a state of emergency and the cancellation of the Wisconsin State Fair's closing day.

A boil order was issued in Schaumburg, Illinois, after a water main break, affecting areas including Medieval Times and multiple courts, until water service was restored.

Chicago Police have issued a missing person alert for Carl Aikens, 63, last seen on N. Sheridan. He's described as a Black male, around 5'11". The public is urged to assist.

A 34-year-old man was shot dead in an alley in Chicago's Woodlawn neighborhood early Sunday morning, with the shooter unidentified and no arrests made.

Two officers were shot while responding to a call about a naked man in Gibson City, Illinois. Suspect David Jordan is at large; the officers are expected to recover.

Police search for a suspect after an early Sunday shooting in Aurora, where residents were advised to stay indoors; the shooter's identity and motive are unclear.

A 22-year-old man died after a hit-and-run in Gage Park, Chicago. He was struck by a gray sedan that ran a red light and was later pronounced dead at the hospital. No arrests have been made yet.

An Illinois appellate court ruled that hearings on serious Chicago police misconduct must be public, maintaining transparency but allowing officers to remain paid while cases are pending.