At least 12 people were shot in Chicago during the holiday weekend, with one death reported. The police are conducting ongoing searches for the suspects.

Kenneth Brown is charged with first-degree murder in the shooting of his ex-girlfriend, Maria Roque, in Chicago, in an incident involving her children and violating a protection order.

A road rage incident in Chicago's Andersonville left a man critically wounded from a gunshot to the face; a person of interest is in custody for questioning.

Chicago's legal community is providing critical services to assist migrants with their rights and legal challenges in a complex system, amid broader local efforts to support the growing immigrant population.

Chicago reflected on a year with decreased homicides but increased robberies and auto thefts. The city welcomed a new police superintendent, grappled with migrant arrivals, mourned fallen officers, and faced political and environmental challenges.

Over 300 migrants flown from Texas landed in Rockford, Illinois before being bused to Chicago. City leaders criticize Texas' lack of coordination while cities struggle to accommodate the unexpected arrivals.

Chicago Mayor Brandon Johnson is utilizing COVID-19 funds to address the migrant crisis, amidst demands for state and federal aid and challenges from the influx caused by Texas Governor Greg Abbott's policies.

Kenneth Brown, 44, from Chicago is charged with first-degree murder for the December 13th fatal shooting of a woman. The Great Lakes Regional Fugitive Task Force arrested him, with a court hearing scheduled.

The body of Marquisha Williams, a missing Missouri woman, was found in a forest preserve; her ex-boyfriend Trenton Ivy has been charged with her murder.

Illinois launches "Dry January" to encourage a month without alcohol, highlighting benefits such as better sleep and possible weight loss, with support and tips from the Illinois Liquor Control Commission.

Damarreyah Muldrow, 22, faces charges of attempted murder and armed robbery in Chicago after a series of incidents, including an attempted vehicular hijacking.

Mariana Lynch has been charged with hate crimes and property defacement in Chicago after being arrested for vandalizing businesses and public property.

Guillermo Salgado faces charges for a fatal DUI crash that killed teacher Robert Gillen in Wheeling. Salgado was driving the wrong way on Palatine Road when the collision occurred.