Illinois passed SB 3713 to expand its Crime Victims Compensation Program, aiming to reduce barriers for survivors of violent crime seeking financial aid.

A Missouri woman, Amanda Carroll, was sentenced to 10 years in prison for distributing meth in Quincy, Illinois, following a coordinated law enforcement effort.

The DOJ reached a settlement with CEFCU to address ADA violations after claims of discrimination against individuals with disabilities. CEFCU must implement a new ADA policy and compensate the complainant.

Four Chicago gang members face federal racketeering charges for allegedly murdering a man to enhance their gang status. The Rack City members are also implicated in narcotics trafficking and violent crimes.

The Chicago Police Department is searching for missing James Sykes, 59, last seen May 6. His disappearance is complicated by the lack of a current address.

The Chicago Police Department has issued an alert for multiple armed robberies across three districts, carried out by suspects in black clothing and ski masks.

Two children were left at separate Woodlawn fire stations in Chicago; a 9-month-old is hospitalized and in good condition, and a 2-year-old is under fire authority care.

A pedestrian was fatally struck by a Metra train in Bartlett, causing significant delays on the Milwaukee District West line during the Thursday morning commute.

An Indiana man faces charges for trying to cheat in a Chicago fishing tournament, including theft and over-possession of bass. He was caught stashing fish ahead of the event.

The article discusses an antitrust lawsuit filed by Attorney General Raoul and the U.S. Department of Justice against Live Nation and Ticketmaster, alleging anti-competitive practices in the live entertainment industry.

Dan R. Waeckerle, Jr. was sentenced to over 40 years in prison for sexually exploiting a minor, reflecting law enforcement's commitment to child protection.

A 16-year-old in Chicago has been charged with attempted vehicular hijacking, unlawful invasion, and other offenses after a series of incidents on the West Side.

The Chicago Police will conduct a DUI Saturation Patrol in the Shakespeare District from May 24, 6 p.m. to May 25, 2 a.m., targeting impaired driving and traffic violations.