The Chicago Bears signed center Drew Dalman to a three-year, $42 million deal, with $28 million guaranteed, aiming to strengthen their offensive line.

The Chicago Police Department has issued an alert for missing Jashila Hale, a 19-year-old with schizophrenia, last seen on S Bennett, urging public assistance in her search.

A Connecticut woman was shot in the arm in Chicago's Streeterville while with her son; police seek a man in red hoodie.

Lake County man arrested for chasing people with a knife after a rejected sexual advance; one person injured escaping. He was subdued with a taser and faces multiple charges.

Jeremiah Jordan and Shanna Walton-Smith are charged with first-degree murder in a Chicago shooting that killed an 18-year-old female and injured a male.

A man died and a woman was critically injured in a shooting in East Garfield Park, Chicago. The incident occurred in an alley on West Polk Street. Police are investigating.

Chicago's Englewood sees armed robberies targeting delivery drivers; assailant described as an African-American male with a ski mask and gray sweatshirt, using a gray handgun. Police urge vigilance and safety measures.

A significant fire in Buffalo Grove displaced residents and caused nearly $1 million in damages, with a firefighter injured and two cats rescued. The cause is under investigation.

A man was shot dead during a sidewalk dispute in Chicago's River North. The shooting occurred early Sunday morning. No arrests have been made as the investigation continues.

Siblings Ademeko Maclin-Carney and Ausarian Carney were sentenced to 30 and 24 years in prison, respectively, for the 2022 kidnapping of a Decatur businessman.

Illinois Department of Revenue announces a new property tax equalization factor of 1.0561 for Monroe County, used to ensure uniform assessments statewide.

Illinois Commerce Commission approves rail crossing safety upgrades in Stephenson County, with new signals and improved roads at two crossings, costing $1.13 million.

Chuck's Gun Shop in Riverdale, known for its alleged link to crime scene weapons in Chicago, has closed. Celebrated by anti-violence advocates, its shutdown marks a potential step forward in curbing gun violence.