A Barrington High School student was fatally struck by a Metra train, leading to transportation delays and a community in mourning. Additional counselors are provided at the school for support.

Chicago police are on alert after a series of burglaries targeted North Side businesses, resulting in broken glass and theft. No arrests have been made yet.

Illinois Governor JB Pritzker launches a $3.5 million grant initiative to combat food insecurity by funding energy-efficient upgrades for local grocers, especially in areas at risk of being food deserts.

A Joliet teenager has been charged with first-degree murder for the shooting death of a 17-year-old girl in Chicago.

Illinois receives $7.1 million from the federal government to enhance its EV charging infrastructure, supporting Gov. Pritzker's goal of 1 million EVs by 2030.

A Round Lake man faces theft, wire fraud, burglary, and forgery charges for allegedly running an online puppy scam and deceiving purchasers. He has pleaded not guilty and awaits court.

A 16-year-old in Chicago faces multiple felony charges, including vehicular hijacking and armed robbery, after a South Side incident. The arrest occurred after a brief investigation.

Rolando Morales is charged with the murder of a 61-year-old man and two home invasion felonies in Chicago's 9th District.

An 18-year-old man was charged with armed robbery for a heist in Chicago last December. He was arrested in Cicero and awaits trial; details remain undisclosed.

Chipotle opens a new restaurant with a drive-thru for digital orders in Rolling Meadows, Illinois, offering convenience and job opportunities to the local community.

The Department of Education investigates Northwestern University for antisemitism allegations following reported incidents after Hamas attacks in Israel.

Chicago selects Seventy-Seven Communities and 14 Parish to provide affordable, culturally relevant meals to new arrivals in shelter programs, aiming to enhance food quality while reducing costs.

Lake Geneva's 'Winter Realms' attraction opens Friday with ice sculptures and various activities, but faces a potentially short season due to fluctuating weather.