Chicago issued an alert about armed robberies in the 014th and 025th Districts, with suspects using a silver Volkswagen Jetta and semi-automatic weapons.

17-year-old Chiyenne Washington was found unresponsive in a North Lawndale home and pronounced dead, with the Cook County Medical Examiner ruling it a homicide by asphyxia and assault. No arrests have been made yet.

April Perry's confirmation as Chicago's U.S. attorney is stalled due to Sen. J.D. Vance's hold on nominees, affecting the office's leadership and efficiency.

Illinois Democrats aim to defend their General Assembly supermajorities against primary challenges, ahead of elections for all 118 House and 23 Senate seats.

An American man was sentenced to life in prison in Germany for the murder and rape of one woman and the attempted murder of another near Neuschwanstein Castle.

Chicago is on alert as young thieves snatch headphones from commuters across multiple districts, with police reporting a pattern of forcible thefts occurring at various times of day.

Chicago experienced a violent weekend with multiple shootings, resulting in one fatality and at least thirteen injuries across multiple neighborhoods.

Two men were shot, one fatally, in Chicago's South Shore area after a physical conflict. The incident left a 36-year-old dead and a 20-year-old in critical condition. No arrests have been made.

Activists in Chicago call for a stop to the imminent evictions of migrants from shelters, arguing that the policy will leave many vulnerable individuals without housing or work permits.

After a fire, the Windy City Curling Club in Villa Park raised over $29,000 for damages, garnering support from the community and an Olympic gold medalist.

The Chicago Police Department alerts the public about a series of robberies targeting headphone wearers on public transport in districts 018 and 019, involving young suspects.

CVS and Walgreens plan to offer the abortion pill mifepristone, with FDA certification, in select states where legal, amidst differing public reactions and pending legal challenges.

The opening of the Obama Presidential Center in Chicago is delayed to spring 2026 to ensure all features, including the landscaping, are complete. The center aims to boost the local economy and will offer diverse facilities.