Alicia Martin receives the Patriot Award from the ESGR program for her support of military personnel in the Chicago Police Department.

Chicago City Council repurposes an old grocery store as migrant shelter amid community opposition.

Illinois Lottery launches Winter Riches ticket aimed at aiding veterans, with all proceeds going to statewide veterans organizations.

Illinois construction worker becomes millionaire through 2,000 lottery ticket, planning to start a college fund for his children.

AG Kwame Raoul and coalition defend MCBE's LGBTQ-inclusive curriculum, affirming the importance of inclusivity and safety in education.

Retired Chicago priest's life savings swindled by scammers. Community rallies around him to raise funds in support.

$1.2M lottery ticket sold at the North Side Jewel Osco supermarket on North Ashland Avenue, becomes the spotlight in Lucky Day Lotto.

Columbia College adjunct faculty strike over class cuts, citing compromised education quality, job security, and lack of benefits.

Chicago protestors call for Gaza ceasefire, criticizing US military aid to Israel and urging Biden to intervene.

Naperville Police Department prepares residents for a safe Halloween by sharing precautionary measures.

MacKenzie Scott gifts $8 million to Chicago-based non-profit Cara Collective, in her latest effort to uplift underserved communities.

Chicago plans to house migrants in industrial-zoned Brighton Park land, despite concerns about pollution history. Safety measures in progress.

Illinois AG sues Meta Platforms over harmful business practices impacting kids and ties rise in mental health issues to social media use.