A staff member in State Rep. Hernandez's office in Aurora, Illinois, fell ill after opening mail, leading to an evacuation and investigation by emergency responders, including the FBI. The building will remain closed during the investigation.

A driver died in East Chicago after a CSX freight train hit their car, which had driven around lowered crossing gates. No crew injuries reported; similar incidents noted. CSX is cooperating with the investigation.

A multi-vehicle crash closed I-55 southbound near Route 83, with lanes reopening by 6:30 a.m. No injuries were reported, and details on the cause remain undisclosed.

Two ex-Syrian intelligence officers face U.S. charges for war crimes, including the mistreatment of detainees, with potential life sentences if convicted.

Hyde Park businesses are on alert following a spree of burglaries, with the Chicago Police Department advising security precautions as their investigation continues.

The Chicago Police are looking for Erika Marquez, missing since November 14. She is 42 years old, with brown eyes and hair, and has tattoos. The public is urged to contact Area 3 Special Victims Unit with any information.

Graffiti with the phrase "Kill your CEO" has appeared in Chicago's Andersonville and Uptown areas, prompting a police alert for property owners to be vigilant.

A 50-year-old woman is in critical condition after a gunman shot her during a home invasion on Sunday morning in Rogers Park. The incident is under investigation by Area Three detectives. No arrests have been made.

Saul Hernandez, 37, was fatally hit by a Tesla while crossing Illinois 53 in Palatine. He died later in the hospital, causing temporary lane closures. The investigation is ongoing.

Two 18-year-olds were arrested and charged with aggravated vehicular hijacking in Chicago. They face multiple charges relating to a December 8 incident.

Vandalized fences in St. John, Indiana are thought to be a result of a social media challenge where youth damage property, prompting a police investigation.

A 14-year-old boy from Indiana died after being shot multiple times in Chicago's South Side. No suspects are in custody as police investigate the incident.

One dead, six injured in Cicero shooting following an auto accident, with the perpetrators still at large. This violence adds to the recent uptick in local crime, concerning the community.