A 14-year-old boy from Indiana died after being shot multiple times in Chicago's South Side. No suspects are in custody as police investigate the incident.

Dave Parker and Dick Allen were elected to the Baseball Hall of Fame by the Classic Era Committee. Parker received 14 votes, Allen 13, both beyond the 75 percent threshold required. Allen was remembered fondly upon his posthumous election.

The Chicago Police Department alerts about increased motor vehicle thefts in the 9th District, specifically Armour Square and Bridgeport, with prevention tips provided.

A garbage truck explosion in Arlington Heights injured three first responders and scattered debris, with residents and homes affected. The cause is under investigation.

Shawnyall Clair was charged with first-degree murder and attempted murder for a 2021 Chicago shooting that left an 18-year-old dead and nearly killed a 22-year-old.

Illinois received a $2 million federal grant to fund the Smart Manufacturing Lighthouse Program, aiming to advance manufacturing tech, improve energy use, and bolster the workforce.

Lil Durk's lawyers criticize the use of his lyrics in a murder-for-hire case, calling it a sign of weak evidence while he faces charges involving a plot to kill rapper Quando Rondo. He maintains his innocence.

Argonne National Laboratory leads a $50 million initiative with seven U.S. labs to develop sodium-ion batteries as a potential alternative to lithium-ion, amidst supply-chain issues and demand surges.

A Norridge man faces felony charges for alleged child pornography based on a tip received by the Cook County Sheriff's Office. Richard Corcino admitted using his devices to view the content; his next court date is scheduled for January 17, 2025.

The Chicago Police Department requests public help to find Kimberly Gilmore, 40, who disappeared on November 9, 2024, from the 7500 block of S. Essex.

Chicago Police announce a DUI Saturation Patrol in the 1st District to deter impaired driving, enforce traffic laws, and enhance road safety this weekend.

A vehicle pursuit in Lake View East led to three arrests after a sedan crashed into a bus stop. Police found guns and narcotics inside the vehicle. No injuries were reported.

The Chicago Police are deploying a DUI Saturation Patrol in Rogers Park to target impaired driving and traffic violations on the evening of December 6, 2024.