A 13-year-old girl was severely injured in a Chicago hit-and-run. The suspect drove a possibly damaged SUV, last seen heading north on Vincennes Ave. Police are seeking information.

A 64-year-old woman was seriously injured in a shooting in Chicago. Anthony Williams, 58, was charged with aggravated battery with a firearm. He was arrested within minutes of the incident.

Ospreys, once endangered, are flourishing in Chicago due to conservation efforts, including new nesting platforms. The species' revival follows the 1972 DDT ban. Efforts to encourage their presence along the Chicago River are underway.

An Illinois man, Robin Lee Reierson, pleaded guilty to assaulting law enforcement during the Jan 6 Capitol breach and will be sentenced on Oct 16, 2024.

Chicago airports expect 1.75 million travelers for the July 4th weekend, with O'Hare and Midway increasing handling capacities, and the city advising public transport use due to anticipated traffic.

The U.S. EDA invests $51 million into the Illinois iFAB Tech Hub to advance agricultural bioinnovation, job creation, and economic growth in Central Illinois.

Chicago Police seek public help after a handgun robbery on the Red Line. Two suspects are described, and the community's involvement is emphasized for safety on public transit.

Jonathan Morris is charged with attempted vehicular hijacking and other felonies after incidents involving a disabled woman and a home invasion in Chicago.

Authorities seek help finding Jody Strong, a 10-year-old Chicago boy missing since July 1 and possibly needing medical attention, last seen on South Stony Island.

Chicago's weather includes scattered showers, clearing skies, and mild temperatures leading up to a warm Independence Day with chances of rain and thunderstorms later in the week.

Grundy County embarks on a major construction season as part of the Rebuild Illinois capital program, with infrastructure projects totaling over $103 million planned through to 2030.

Chicago police alert local businesses about a series of burglaries involving a black Infiniti sedan and suspects using a tire iron to break in and steal cash and electronics.

Attorney General Kwame Raoul vows to defend Illinois’ assault weapon ban after the Supreme Court opted not to review the law, keeping it in effect. His office also targets gun trafficking and promotes trauma-informed care for violence survivors.