A 39-year-old man was fatally shot in the head in Chicago's East Garfield Park neighborhood. No suspects have been detained, and police are seeking community tips.

Jesse Landers from Danville was convicted of first-degree murder in the stabbing of John Carmean after witnesses linked him to the crime. Attorney General Raoul expressed hope for closure.

The Chicago Police Department is searching for 25-year-old Herschell Lewis, last seen in the area of S. Aberdeen St., who requires medication and may be confused.

Chicago police responded to an armed person in South Chicago; the suspect with a knife advanced on an officer and was shot, critically injured, and taken to hospital. An investigation is underway.

Chicago Police warn of a series of armed and strongarm robberies in Lake View East and Gold Coast, advising vigilance post-tavern visits and during rideshare waits.

A 13-year-old girl at McKay Elementary in Chicago lost consciousness for over 24 hours after ingesting a THC-laced edible. It's the second such incident this month, causing concern among parents and educators.

Illinois Governor Pritzker announces an $18.6 million investment in Holcim's new operational headquarters, Amrize, in Chicago, expected to create and retain jobs.

Illinois Attorney General Kwame Raoul warns of increasing ticket scams targeting consumers looking to attend spring and summer events, advising caution and verification of sellers.

An audit found that Illinois' health programs for noncitizens cost $1.6 billion, exceeding estimates. Enrollment issues were noted, and cuts are proposed to mitigate expenses.

Chicago's leading tech incubator, 1871, is leaving its Merchandise Mart location because of financial strains and shifts in the post-pandemic business landscape.

A Chicago man, Nurldon Green, III, received an additional 14-month sentence for failing to surrender for a previously imposed 27-month mail theft sentence.

Illinois law is non-retroactive on banning life sentences without parole for those under 21, affecting inmates like Cleodious Schoffner, convicted at 20 for a double murder as an accomplice and ineligible for relief despite judicial reforms.

Chicago Police are seeking help to find missing 16-year-old Seth Abarca last seen on W. 65th St. He is Hispanic, 5’1”, 140 lbs, with hazel eyes and brown hair.