A $5 million scratch-off lotto ticket brings fortune to an Illinois resident, while raising questions about transparency on lottery winnings and the availability of top prizes.

A seemingly ordinary workday in Aurora, Illinois, takes a life-saving turn for two city workers and a one-year-old boy.

Rev. Albert Adamich, the oldest Catholic priest in the Chicago area, known for his unwavering dedication and unique snow-shoveling method, died at the age of 101.

Union Station in Chicago breathes life into its once-closed entrance, showcasing decades-old posters and ramping up a much-awaited food hall.

The Chicago Tribune has highlighted a dwindling volunteer firefighter force in Illinois towns raising concern for public safety, as response times lag and communities scramble to find solutions.

Chicago's Half Marathon and 5K took place in Jackson Park and DuSable Lake Shore Drive on Sunday, September 24, with an increased focus on security measures and public awareness.

Chicago's residents have recently seen a streak of massive lottery wins, with several multi-million dollar jackpots claimed just this week. Could the Windy City be a hub of fortune?

Vernon LaVia, beloved Aurora resident and community advocate, leaves a legacy of service and transformation in the city he loved.

A somber milestone reached this week as the 600th name is engraved in Chicago's Gold Star Memorial Park Wall, honoring all the officers who made the ultimate sacrifice in the line of duty. We delve into the significance of this remembrance and the undeniable call for unity.

Students from various Chicago Public Schools come together in a concerted effort to spread peace and love throughout their communities on International Day of Peace.

James Hoge, the fearless editor of the Sun-Times and the Daily News, leaves behind a legacy of audacious journalism and nurturing young talent, making a lasting impact on the world of investigative reporting.

Thornridge High School students in Dolton, Illinois turn to remote learning as flash floods cause lasting damage to vital school systems.

An Illinois man's life took a turn the moment he scratched off a $2 million lottery ticket. Now, he celebrates his retirement and plans to buy an RV for his family.