Chicago's airports now offer the Aira app, a tool aiding visually impaired passengers, for free, enhancing the accessibility and ease of navigating through the airport terminals.

A former attorney has been sentenced to 25 years for embezzlement and fraud that contributed to a bank's collapse, and must pay restitution to the FDIC and IRS.

Chicago police seek help finding Marellie Lugo, 14, missing from the Belmont Cragin neighborhood since August 12. She's 4'11" with brown eyes/hair. The community is aiding the search.

Three juveniles have been charged with multiple armed robberies in Chicago, arrested after a string of incidents on July 14 by the Citywide Robbery Task Force.

Mars Inc. is set to acquire Kellanova, known for snacks like Cheez-Its, Pringles, and Pop-Tarts, in a $30 billion deal, expanding its presence in the snack market.

A 15-year-old boy was wounded in a shooting in Chicago's Kenwood neighborhood; he is in fair condition, no suspects in custody.

A 40-year-old man died in a rollover crash in unincorporated Harvard; he was ejected from his vehicle and was not wearing a seatbelt. The incident is under investigation.

The Chicago Bears are conducting fan focus groups on new stadium amenities but not the location, while proposing a $2.3 billion domed stadium funded partly by taxpayer dollars.

Illinois expands child pornography laws to include AI-generated images, as signed into law by Governor JB Pritzker based on Attorney General Raoul's initiative.

New Illinois law initiated by AG Raoul and IDHR enhances civil rights protections against discrimination, allowing for stronger legal action and increased penalties.

Marquette Bank in Chicago recovers from a criminal attack, restores ATM services, and continues to offer a personal banking experience, emphasizing fraud prevention and customer communication.

The City of Chicago may face a $100 million bill due to alleged violations of a parking meter deal during former Mayor Lightfoot's term, as arbitration continues.

A 40-year-old man was fatally shot from a vehicle while on a sidewalk in Austin, Chicago; no arrests have been made yet as police continue to investigate.