Wildfires in the Los Angeles area have led to seven deaths, prompting evacuations of 180,000 people, with former Mayor Lori Lightfoot's family among those who lost homes.

Chicago Police warn of aggressive robberies on the CTA Red Line, with multiple incidents and assailants described as young males and one female, still at large. Increased police presence and public vigilance are advised.

Robert Crimo III, the Highland Park shooting suspect, regains limited phone call rights to speak with his parents, as decided by a judge ahead of his February trial. His other privileges remain revoked.

Oak Park released bodycam footage of the shooting where Detective Allan Reddins was fatally shot while responding to an armed robbery. Suspect Jerell Thomas was apprehended and faces charges including first-degree murder.

Human remains found in Bolingbrook's Hidden Lakes Park have been identified as missing Minneapolis man David McCord by the Will County Coroner's Office.

A woman is arrested after violently carjacking and stabbing two people, including a teacher, in Chicago's Garfield Ridge neighborhood. The first victim was critically injured while the second is in good condition.

A Chicago man, Robert Brandt, is charged with aggravated vehicular hijacking and kidnapping involving a 2024 incident, as per the Chicago Police Department.

A police chase in Chicago ended with the arrest of a suspect wanted for an armed robbery after starting in the suburbs and concluding in the Chatham neighborhood.

A USPS worker was robbed at gunpoint in Harvey; authorities detained three suspects and recovered stolen mail and firearms. The incident is under investigation.

Allen Oscar Woods was arrested in Chicago for the murder of his ex-wife, Tiffany Woods, after being on the run since December 27. The arrest followed a tip and was carried out without incident.

A 17-year-old was arrested by a SWAT team in Chicago after an attempted armed robbery and shooting in Armour Square. No injuries occurred during the incident, which ended with the suspect surrendering.

Chicago Police request help finding Ittahi Barrera, missing since Jan 5, who may need medication. He has a tattoo on his right ankle and was last seen around 6 pm. Call 312-746-6554 with info.

Michael Mallett from Rockford is sentenced to over eight years for trafficking fentanyl and unlawful firearm possession, following his earlier confession.