Indictment charges were brought against two Chinese companies and four individuals by federal prosecutors in Chicago for an alleged trade secret theft from Philips Medical Systems.

An Indiana man faces a misdemeanor charge for animal cruelty after a video of his dog in a cage on a moving trailer went viral. The dog, now safe in foster care, was found abandoned at a residence.

A Hanover Park man was found guilty of Attempt Murder and Aggravated Discharge of a Firearm after a traffic dispute led to him shooting at a woman's car.

A Downers Grove man is charged with threatening an Illinois State Representative, facing two counts of Threatening a Public Official. He allegedly left menacing voicemails and was released on recognizance.

The Chicago Police are seeking public help to find Darrick Russell, a missing 33-year-old with schizophrenia. Last seen in a gray Puma jogging suit, he is 5'5" and 130 pounds. Call 312-747-8380 with information.

Data shows that after Illinois closed Stateville prison, 378 violent inmates were placed in medium- rather than maximum-security facilities, raising safety concerns and highlighting staffing issues in the state's prisons.

A fire broke out at a Chicago funeral home, causing no injuries. The CTA briefly rerouted buses, and investigators ruled the cause as accidental. The extent of damage is being assessed.

Chicago Police announced a DUI Saturation Patrol in Albany Park, aiming to deter impaired driving, ensure traffic law compliance, and process offenders onsite.

Michael J. Madigan, former Illinois House Speaker, was convicted of federal charges including conspiracy and bribery, after a trial that ended with a mixed verdict and a mistrial on several counts.

Two individuals face charges after 12-year-old Dalilah Batey was shot dead in Chicago. Tyler Wright, 19, was charged with felony child endangerment, while a 14-year-old boy was charged with involuntary manslaughter.

A student in Highland Park placed recording devices in school bathrooms, prompting police investigation and school response with mental health resources and reinforced safety practices.

A Metra Electric train hit an SUV in South Chicago, resulting in one death and three injuries. The collision, with operational gates, is under investigation. Service continues unaffected.

A Chicago man is charged with involuntary manslaughter and other counts after his gun allegedly discharged, killing his pregnant girlfriend and their newborn.