A grain bin in Martinton, Illinois, collapsed, causing no injuries but cutting power to homes and requiring an investigation and infrastructure repairs.

Chicago Police are searching for Empress Sears, last seen on Roosevelt, with concerns for her well-being. She has a web tattoo and was wearing a black and white sweater.

Over ten people were detained at the Broadview ICE facility during protests against the Trump administration's immigration policies, despite the mayor's protest time restrictions.

Illinois State Police arrest James G. Sims, 27, from Chicago for his involvement in a 2024 road rage incident on I-55, where an Audi driver was shot multiple times.

Illinois AG Kwame Raoul joined a lawsuit against the Trump administration for canceling the Solar for All program, which would have aided low-income households.

Gunfire in Chicago's Gold Coast led to heavy police presence, street closures, and witness accounts of the incident. Details remain scarce as the police have not yet provided information.

Chicago is expected to have warm weather with a high in the 70s and partly cloudy skies, with showers and potential thunderstorms starting late tonight. Following rainfall, temperatures will drop and return to seasonal norms next week.

Jermaine Morris, with a history of felonies, is denied pre-trial release for illegal firearms possession, including a stolen rifle and handgun in Wheaton.

Two people were injured in a shooting at an Evergreen Park Walmart, with a suspect arrested after fleeing the scene. The investigation continues, and Walmart deferred to law enforcement.

The Peoria County Sheriff's Office is investigating vandalism at Last Chance Bar, where damages exceed $100,000, including destroyed property and theft. The bar plans to reopen quickly.

Traffic and parking changes at the Peoria County Courthouse start October 20 due to Sean Grayson's trial; street closures and parking suspensions are expected.

Illinois AG Kwame Raoul sues State Farm for failing to provide data on homeowners' insurance, alleging the company's non-compliance obstructs regulatory oversight.

Chicago's Roseland area faces a spree of armed vehicular hijackings, prompting police to issue a community alert and seek information on armed suspects.