A collection of Abraham Lincoln artifacts, including blood-stained gloves from his assassination, was sold at auction for nearly $8 million to alleviate the Lincoln Presidential Foundation's debt.

Chicago's Englewood neighborhood is on alert following a spree of armed robberies. Two suspects, described as African American males in ski masks, have stolen cars and other items. No arrests have been made; the police investigation continues.

Parents at a Country Club Hills school board meeting demanded Superintendent Dr. Duane Meighan's resignation following a substitute teacher's alleged physical assault on students.

Illinois announces five new State-Designated Cultural Districts to boost economic development and preserve community culture and history, with eligible areas able to apply for up to $3 million in funding.

The Illinois State Treasurer returned a Purple Heart to the family of WWII veteran Cpl. Henry Van Der Noord, an initiative part of Operation Purple Heart to restore military honors to rightful recipients.

AG Kwame Raoul, with 16 other attorneys general, opposes a U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service proposal weakening the Endangered Species Act by altering the definition of "harm."

A second victim died from a shooting in Roseland, Chicago during an argument at a business. Two men were shot; one succumbed at the scene, the other later in hospital. Suspect in custody; investigation ongoing.

Llovana Torres was charged with stabbing her 7-year-old son during a fit of rage in Rogers Park; the boy suffered serious injuries and required surgery.

Interstate 88 crash in the western suburbs left one dead and another injured, causing extensive traffic delays.

Chicago man Andrew Anania was sentenced to 50 years for kidnapping, carjacking, and firearm offenses after a series of violent crimes, including sexual assault.

Chicago Police Department announces leadership promotions, with new commanders for the 14th, 16th, and 18th Districts, focusing on experience and education.

The DOJ investigates Chicago's hiring practices amid concerns of racial bias following Mayor Johnson's remarks on the number of Black officials in his administration.

A man died and another was injured in a collision between a Jeep Wrangler and an Alfa Romeo in Deer Park. The 75-year-old Jeep driver survived, while the 71-year-old Alfa driver passed away. A 63-year-old female passenger is seriously injured.