Chicago is set to combine its homeless and migrant shelter systems into a unified initiative designed to provide comprehensive services beyond housing, including employment and healthcare.

An Illinois woman won $3 million from a scratch-off ticket and plans to invest, remodel her house, and travel. She bought the ticket at a Circle K in Channahon and endured a long weekend before confirming her win.

A lottery player in Bridgeport, Chicago won $1 million from a Mega Millions ticket sold at Gas Express, while the next jackpot rises to $800 million. The store owner plans to share the retailer's bonus with employees.

An Illinois couple won $3 million from a scratch-off lottery ticket bought in a Chicago suburb, planning to secure their children's education and retirement.

Chicago Public Schools' Safe Passage program, with nearly 1,200 workers, helps ensure student safety through the city's tough neighborhoods, with a recent rally acknowledging their dedication.

The University of Illinois at Urbana-Champaign agreed with the U.S. Department of Education to comply with civil rights laws after a probe into how it handled discrimination complaints.

Two years after migrants began arriving in Chicago, their impacts are seen as some settle and thrive while others face struggles. The city's response evolves from crisis management to integration.

A shopper in Addison won a $9.2 million Illinois Lottery jackpot after buying the ticket at Jewel-Osco. The store receives a $92k bonus for selling it.

Cook County invites public input through "Community Voices" meetings on ARPA fund allocation, starting August 28, 2024, focusing on key initiatives and future investments.

Chicago Police Deputy Chief is under investigation for allegedly making inflammatory remarks concerning Gaza war and LGBTQ+ issues to a Palestinian-American sergeant.

Waukegan High School's campuses started the year without SROs due to a contract dispute, but negotiations to reinstate them at a reduced cost are underway.

An Illinois woman from Monee won $1 million from a lottery scratch-off ticket given by her husband. She plans to use the winnings to buy a house. The retailer, Monee Tobacco, will receive a $10,000 bonus for selling the ticket.

The South Side Sanctuary, a new community space in Chicago's Bronzeville neighborhood, offers a green environment and aims to boost local economic activity.