Adam Beckerink has been charged with first-degree murder related to a 36-year-old woman's death in October 2024, arrested by Chicago Police and U.S. Marshals.

Darren Bailey, a Republican gubernatorial candidate in Illinois, plans to launch "Illinois DOGE," a program to audit and reduce state government waste and fraud.

A former medical center operations manager in Chicago has been indicted for a $900,000 fraud scheme involving credit card misuse and deceiving sports event participants.

Leiyla Underwood, 16, was last seen Sunday on Chicago’s West Side; police say she may be suicidal and are asking for tips.

AG Kwame Raoul sues the DHS and former Trump officials over "unlawful" immigration enforcement tactics in Illinois, citing violence and rights infringements.

Bensenville-based STG Logistics has filed Chapter 11 with a plan to cut roughly 91% of its debt and secure $150M while continuing operations.

The body of missing Chicago teacher Linda Brown was found in Lake Michigan, ending a search that deeply affected the community and her former students.

Family-run Crepe O'Clock opened at 601 Dempster St., serving crepes, Greek pastries and coffee with a 15% discount for Northwestern students.

A Libertyville man sprayed deputies with bear spray during a court-ordered mental-health evaluation. One deputy was hospitalized and charges are expected.

Get Covered Illinois pushed open enrollment to Jan. 31, giving residents extra time to sign up for coverage that starts Feb. 1. Free navigators and extended call‑center hours are available.

Croke Fairchild signed a lease for about 40,000 square feet at 222 N. LaSalle, consolidating its Loop offices this summer.

Chicago police were involved in a non-fatal shooting after a traffic stop; no one was hit, and an investigation is underway. Officers are on administrative duty.

A Lake Zurich man surrendered after an hours-long standoff and was arrested on armed-violence and burglary charges.