A Perry County man received a 15-year sentence for possessing child sexual abuse material, highlighting the Illinois AG's efforts to combat online exploitation.

Darren Bailey's son, daughter-in-law, and two grandchildren died in a Montana helicopter crash. The Illinois political community has expressed condolences to the Bailey family.

Chicago Police issued an alert for missing 12-year-old Alondra J. Ayala, last seen in the 2300 block of W. 64th St. wearing a school uniform. Public assistance is requested.

A man from Indiana faces charges of murder, attempted murder, and armed robbery following a Chicago shooting in August; he was arrested by a task force in October.

Fire crews rescued a horse from a pond at McHenry's Hickory Creek Farm using a sling and rope system. The operation was successfully carried out without injury to the animal.

Isaiah Martinez was arrested in Chicago for a shooting that left one dead and another injured; he is charged with first-degree murder and attempted murder.

Chicago police seek a suspect in the assault and robbery of a pregnant woman in the CTA tunnel at Jackson. The victim was hospitalized; police released surveillance images and request public help.

Two people were killed and one was injured in a shooting on Chicago's South Side, in Auburn Gresham, with local residents and a responding pastor highlighting the area's struggle with violence and crime.

Anthony Vasquez-Guedez was arrested for a September armed robbery and battery in Chicago. He faces felony charges and was identified as the assailant who stabbed and robbed a man.

Labrun Bob, 21, was charged with the armed robbery of a woman on a CTA train in Chicago. The crime occurred in May, and he was arrested months later, now facing a felony count.

A Hebron man was seriously injured after his vehicle hit farm equipment in McHenry County. The crash is under investigation, with initial findings suggesting alcohol may have been a factor.

The Supreme Court is considering Trump's deployment of the National Guard in Chicago amidst protests, with arguments over executive power and legal precedents influencing the case.

An individual was arrested after ramming their vehicle into a barricade near the White House. Authorities are investigating the incident, which occurred at 10:37 p.m. near 17th and E streets.