Jury selection began in Chicago for the trial of Crosetti Brand, charged with murdering 11-year-old Jayden Perkins and injuring his mother during an attack.

Illinois grants $200,000 to ten small nonprofits to support community services like food, housing, and job development, with funds coming from the Charitable Trust Stabilization Program.

Bloomington Police investigated a stabbing in an apartment, injuring one, with a second injured man found nearby; all persons of interest have been identified.

The CTA board met regarding the appointment of a new president but did not take action, amid calls for a transparent, national search for a qualified candidate.

School buses involved in a crash in La Porte County, Indiana, resulting in several injuries and an ongoing investigation.

A suspect was killed by police in Hammond, Indiana; the incident is under COPA's investigation. Officers returned fire after being shot at, and a gun was recovered.

Chicago experiences a significant temperature rise with sunny and warm weather forecasted by the National Weather Service, shifting from earlier frosty conditions.

Chicago Police reports a series of burglaries in Englewood, where a Hispanic male suspect broke into homes via windows or doors and stole items. Residents are advised to be vigilant and assist in investigations.

A Guatemalan national, Julio Cucul-Bol, is accused of possessing counterfeit documents and making a false bank application statement. He faces severe penalties if convicted.

The DOJ's Operation Restore Justice cracked down on child sex abuse nationwide, leading to 205 arrests and child rescues, with specific cases highlighted in Illinois.

Illinois expanded its Domestic Violence Co-Location Program to Springfield and Belleville, incorporating advocates into DCFS offices to aid in complex cases.

A man in Roseland was charged after being shot by an off-duty Chicago officer following a domestic incident where he allegedly assaulted a woman and threatened others.

Homeland Security Secretary Kristi Noem criticized Illinois sanctuary policies in Springfield, sparking controversy and protest, while Governor Pritzker's office mocked her stance.