An 11-year-old boy in Englewood was injured in an unintended drive-by shooting, with no arrests yet made. He's in good condition after being shot in the shoulder.

Chicago police have issued warnings about recent late-night robberies targeting inebriated individuals in the River North district, with assailants robbing and assaulting victims.

Illinois State Treasurer Frerichs announced the return of $303.8 million in unclaimed assets to nearly 312,000 claimants through the I-CASH program in FY 2025, including a $200,000 contribution to the Orphans of the Storm animal shelter.

Chicago man Damone J. Scott, 24, is sentenced to 46 months in prison for wire fraud, with a restitution order of $13,325, after pleading guilty to the charge.

Community members are urgently searching for missing 70-year-old Douglas Johnson, who may need medical care. The police and public are intensifying efforts to locate him.

The trial commenced for the alleged killer of Chicago Officer Vásquez Lasso, contrasting the officer's service with the defendant's "despicable choices."

Illinois' Sarah Kerley awarded the Eugene H. Rooney, Jr. Award for HR innovations, significantly reducing hiring timelines and increasing state workforce diversity.

A 30-year-old Chicago man was charged with first-degree murder after a woman's body was found. His arrest followed cooperative efforts by Chicago PD and the U.S. Marshals.

Chicago records its 18th day over 90°, tying year averages. High temperatures and possible severe thunderstorms raise concerns, while a cooler Thursday and pleasant Friday are expected before the heat returns next week.

Peoria residents notified of high lead levels in some water samples. Out of 103 samples, 14 showed lead above the federally mandated threshold. Actions include additional testing, corrosion control evaluations, and a lead pipe replacement program.

A 16-year-old has been charged with aggravated domestic battery in Chicago after allegedly stabbing a woman. He was arrested shortly after the incident.

A mass shooting at rapper Mello Buckzz's event in Chicago left 4 dead and 14 wounded; police suggest a targeted attack with no arrests yet. Buckzz mourns personal losses, including her boyfriend.

Pike County, Illinois, maintains its property assessment equalization factor at 1.0000, ensuring fair taxation across counties as confirmed by the IDOR.