Chicago's Attorney General Kwame Raoul supports Massachusetts' assault weapon and large-capacity magazine bans, alongside 18 attorneys general. They argue these laws align with public safety concerns without infringing on the Second Amendment.

Raymond Link is charged with attempted murder for an unprovoked attack on a woman, aided by his dog, in a McHenry park. The victim and a man who intervened were severely injured.

A 56-year-old man tragically lost his life after being hit by a Metra train in Des Plaines. The incident caused significant train delays and has spurred an investigation into the circumstances.

Medical residents and fellows at the University of Chicago Medicine vote overwhelmingly to unionize, joining a national push for improved labor conditions in healthcare.

A 13-year-old girl was hospitalized after being shot in Chicago's South Chicago neighborhood. A person of interest is being questioned, with no charges filed yet. Police are investigating and seeking information.

A man accused of fatally shooting an off-duty Chicago police officer multiple times has been denied pretrial release as he faces first-degree murder charges.

Makeita Thomas faces felony charges, including attempted murder, for a February shooting in Chicago that injured a man. She was arrested by the Great Lakes Regional Fugitive Task Force and Chicago PD.

Chicago police are seeking help to find Rupesh Chintakindi, 26, last contacted on May 2 and last seen at Sheridan Road area. He's 6'1", with brown eyes and black hair.

A Champaign woman, Malaia A. Turner, was convicted of meth conspiracy and faces ten years to life in prison. She was part of a drug ring trafficking meth from California to Illinois.

Chicago Mayor Brandon Johnson launched a funding program for community groups to enhance safety, focusing on areas affected by violence and economic challenges.

Chicago Police issued an alert for James Henison, 29, missing since February 19 near Parkside Avenue, and possibly headed towards the Central Business District.

An 18-year-old named Yahori Levi has gone missing in Chicago's South Side area; last seen on May 2, 2024. Police urge public assistance in their search.

A Chicago liquor store employee was wounded in an exchange of gunfire with robbers on Friday night and is in fair condition. The assailants are still at large.