Five people, including three children, were hospitalized after a stabbing and fire in Chicago's Logan Square. The incident left one child in critical condition, with authorities investigating the link between the events.

South Holland, Chicago, is charging non-residents for its July 4 fireworks to manage crowds, with mixed local reactions to the decision. Residents attend free with proof of residence.

Four killed and over 14 injured in a targeted drive-by mass shooting outside Artis Restaurant in Chicago; city temporarily closed the venue amid ongoing investigations.

A 15-year-old was killed in Crystal Lake, Illinois, in a hit-and-run while bicycling with another teen. The incident is under investigation, with no suspects yet identified.

Four people were injured in a shooting on Chicago's Far South Side, with two men in critical condition and a woman in stable condition. Detectives are investigating the incident.

The NASCAR Chicago Street Race is causing major road closures, impacting traffic but reducing preparation time from previous years. The event requires closures from June 25 to July 7, with access maintained for key areas.

In Chicago's Englewood neighborhood, an unmarked police car was shot at by individuals in a vacant lot; the officer was unharmed, with no arrests yet made.

Chicago police seek help finding Kelly Hynes-Lambert, last seen June 27 on the 3900 block of N. Broadway, described as a white female with green eyes and tattoos.

A mass shooting outside Artis Lounge in Chicago left four dead and at least 14 injured during an album release party. The attack came from a circling black vehicle. No arrests have been made; the investigation is ongoing.

Chicago is experiencing its 18th day of a heat wave, with temperatures consistently reaching the 90s and a slight chance of afternoon showers or thunderstorms.

Owners of Siri-enabled devices must file claims by July 2 in a class-action settlement against Apple, with potential payouts of up to $100 for multiple devices, depending on the number of claims.

The Chicago Police Department has issued an alert for multiple burglaries in West Woodlawn, urging residents to stay alert and report any suspicious activity.

Illinois State Treasurer returns a WWII veteran's lost Purple Heart to his family in a ceremony, marking the 15th such return by the Treasurer's office.