The Illinois State Fire Marshal warns of increased fire and CO risks during winter, urging residents to service heaters, replace filters, and ensure detectors work, as heating equipment causes significant deaths annually.

Chicago artists and environmentalists are turning plastic waste into valuable art, with a fashion show and artworks highlighting sustainable practices and creative reuse.

The "Evicted" exhibit at the National Public Housing Museum in Chicago delves into America's eviction crisis, displaying personal stories and highlighting the hardship of housing insecurity.

The Chicago Theological Seminary is launching an oral history project featuring Rev. Jesse Jackson and the Civil Rights movement in Chicago, set to be shared online and at the Chicago History Museum.

A man is charged with aggravated vehicular hijacking in Chicago after implying he had a weapon during the theft.

The Chicago Police are seeking information on missing 16-year-old Neomi McGarry, last seen in the 6100 block of South Hermitage, Chicago. She is described with distinct features and was wearing a Columbia blue coat.

The Chicago Police Department is searching for Ahmed Waseem, 56, last seen in Connecticut. He is 5'6", with brown eyes, grey hair, and weighs 180 pounds. Anyone with information is asked to call 312-744-8266 or 911.

Illinois is investing nearly $55 million in local parks through the OSLAD program, with $18.7 million targeted at underserved areas to improve outdoor access and health outcomes across the state.

Chicago officials intensify efforts to combat human trafficking, with collaborative strategies involving task forces and a commitment to prosecute and prevent these crimes.

A delivery driver was fatally shot in Chicago's Englewood while working. The 53-year-old victim died from chest wounds after his vehicle collided with a parked car. No suspect or motive is known, and there's been a spike in robberies against drivers.

Federal prosecutors seek up to 5 years in prison for Tim Mapes, ex-chief of staff of former Illinois House Speaker Michael Madigan, for lying to a grand jury to obstruct a corruption investigation.

A fire in Chicago's Old Town left three injured, with two treated for smoke inhalation and one for an ankle injury. The cause of the fire is under investigation.

A Chicago man faces felony charges for an alleged attempted murder and shooting a woman. He was arrested near the crime scene and appeared in court today.