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.

Protest groups in Chicago are in court challenging the city's restrictions on their planned march during the Democratic National Convention, seeking a longer route and closer proximity to the event.

An Illinois man won $3 million from a scratch-off lottery ticket bought at Bellwood Liquor and Grocery, planning to pay his mortgage and buy family cars.

Illinois Attorney General Kwame Raoul encourages participation in the National Night Out, emphasizing community-law enforcement bonds to build safer neighborhoods.

After a fire damaged Good Shepherd Evangelical Lutheran Church, the community held an outdoor service, showing resilience and unity amidst plans to continue operations.