Illinois officials celebrate the passage of a bill to strengthen the IHRA, enhancing protection against discrimination. The legislation aims to align state civil rights laws with federal standards and increase penalties for violations.

Chicago is set to address its lead pipe issue using $240.9 million from the Bipartisan Infrastructure Law, aiming to provide safe drinking water and help disadvantaged communities. This follows concerns over lead exposure risks to children.

Chicago Police warn of robberies in the 2nd District by a young armed male suspect; urging residents to stay alert and report any suspicious activity.

Chicago Police have issued a missing person alert for Jeivy Rodriguez-Diaz, last seen on May 25, 2024, in Chicago, with distinctive tattoos and limited English proficiency.

Chicago faces unpredictable weather with chances of showers, thunderstorms, and gusty winds, some severe, with alerts for "High Swim Risk" at Lake Michigan and fluctuating conditions anticipated through the weekend.

One woman died and three were injured in a car crash in Chicago's Woodlawn neighborhood, with the incident occurring while the involved parties were reporting a prior collision.

A 5-year-old girl was shot and killed while sitting in a car on Chicago's Near West Side. A 24-year-old man was also shot but is in good condition. No arrests have been made. Eight children have died from gun violence in Chicago this year.

A man was shot and killed in North Lawndale, with two more shootings occurring nearby, leaving a man dead and two women injured. Police are investigating; no arrests have been made.

A man was critically injured in a stabbing late Friday night in Chicago's Loop area; the assailant fled and no arrests have been made.

Authorities are on the hunt for a group of individuals involved in a brazen robbery aboard the Red Line Grand St stop on the evening of May 25...

Illinois Republicans endorsed Trump, criticizing Democrats at their state convention, while Trump faced hostility at the Libertarian Party Convention.

Chicago is preparing for its first-ever school board elections with a hybrid model of 10 elected and 11 appointed members, a move from a mayor-appointed board to one with more public influence.

Shameka Jones in Chicago faces a felony for aggravated vehicular hijacking using a firearm. She was arrested by a task force after allegedly taking a car at gunpoint.