An elderly man, Alfred Slivo, was killed in a hit-and-run accident in Skokie; police seek the public's assistance in finding the dark-colored vehicle involved.

Chicago's Polar Express train ride won't operate at Union Station in 2024 due to construction; it will move to Elgin's Fox River Trolley Museum for the holiday season.

The Illinois Commerce Commission introduced a program with discounted gas bills for low-income families, with savings based on income and size, automatically including LIHEAP enrollees.

A Rockford man, Travis Thomas, was sentenced to 35 years in prison for sex trafficking, involving coercion and exploitation of a victim for prostitution.

A 35-year-old man, Angel Rodriguez, from the 2700 block of S...

Three people died and a child was seriously injured in a fiery multi-vehicle crash in Woodstock, with an ongoing investigation by the McHenry County Sheriff's Office.

Pawel Malecki was charged with a felony DUI after being saved from his car on train tracks moments before being hit by an Amtrak train in Morton Grove.

Two Chicago men, Demarco Hunter and Michael Fitzgerald, are charged with felony aggravated battery after allegedly injuring police officers during a confrontation.

The National Weather Service warns of a week of mixed weather in Chicago, including gusty winds, fire risks, and potential for heavy rains and thunderstorms.

A man was fatally shot and another injured at Chicago's Belmont Harbor; the shooter, in an SUV, is at large. Police are investigating; the community is unsettled.

Police critically wounded a gunman in Chicago after he fired on officers and an ambulance; a prior victim was hospitalized but released. COPA investigates, and officers were placed on administrative duties.

The Illinois Gaming Board approved the ownership transfer of a sportsbook/racetrack, introduced anti-human trafficking training, paused certain NFL bets, and is gathering input on video gaming and cashless wagering.

The Chicago Police Department is searching for 23-year-old Lindsey Sanchez, last seen in early July. She is described as a Hispanic female with a medium complexion. The public is urged to provide any information on her whereabouts.