A Zion man was arrested for possessing child pornography after a tip from an online service led detectives to his residence, where K9s found incriminating digital content.

Mexican national Julio Zarate-Ocegueda was sentenced to six months for reentering the U.S. after removal. His case highlights U.S. immigration complexities.

A collision on I-55 in Bolingbrook caused morning delays; injuries were reported, with lanes reopening by 11 a.m. after a 5:15 a.m. incident. The cause is under investigation.

Due to severe health issues, former Chicago alderman Carrie Austin was deemed unfit for trial on corruption charges, while her ex-chief of staff faces legal proceedings.

The Village of Gurnee has ended its Red-Light Photo Enforcement Program, noting a drop in traffic collisions since its inception in 2009. Despite initial success, issues with maintenance led to the decision.

A large gathering of teens at a Glen Ellyn public pool resulted in disruptions and at least one misdemeanor arrest for fireworks possession and related charges.

A Chicago man was charged in connection with a shooting at a Berwyn bar that injured three people, with the community calling for increased safety measures.

Former Chicago Alderman Ed Burke was released early from federal prison to community confinement, with a projected release date of February 20, 2026. He was convicted of federal racketeering and bribery.

A street racing incident in Naperville resulted in felony charges against Jadon Ramirez and Sahil Chauhan after a crash causing severe injuries to two passengers.

Chicago Police warn of armed robberies in South Shore, with the suspect described as a young Black male with an eye tattoo, following two daylight incidents.

A 16-year-old and a 20-year-old were critically wounded in a Chicago shooting in Hegewisch. No suspects in custody.

A juvenile was arrested in Chicago for vehicular hijacking and aggravated battery involving a firearm. The 14-year-old is charged with a felony after an incident on June 10 where a 39-year-old man was seriously injured.

Addison man charged with DUI causing death after fatal Wadsworth crash. Andrew D. Willard, allegedly over the legal limit, crashed his Porsche into a Chevrolet Volt, killing a passenger.