A Belleville man received a 20-year federal sentence for participating in armed robberies at Metro East gas stations after pleading guilty to the charges.

A former Augusta National Golf Club staffer pleaded guilty to stealing and selling Masters merchandise over a 13-year period, facing a potential 10-year prison sentence.

Illinois lowers flags to half-staff to honor fallen peace officers on Peace Officers Memorial Day, reflecting a national tribute to law enforcement sacrifices.

Macy's is launching new store formats, including a suburban strip mall location and a dual-format concept in Evergreen Park, moving away from traditional malls and catering to changing consumer preferences.

17-year-old Dorothy Jean Tillman II becomes the youngest to earn a doctoral degree from Arizona State University, following an academic journey that started at age 10.

Cicero, Illinois has enacted an ordinance to halt liquor sales at midnight due to concerns about violence and disturbances, facing opposition from local business owners.

Kraft Heinz is exploring the sale of its Oscar Mayer brand, with estimates suggesting a value of $3-$5 billion. Bank of America and Centerview Partners are seeking buyers.

An Illinois man won $1 million from a scratch-off lottery ticket bought at a supermarket in Farmington, and he plans to buy a new minivan and vacation in Aruba.

Five individuals are charged with defrauding a WWII veteran out of $300,000 in an alleged elder fraud scheme involving a fake Christian investment enterprise.

DePaul University cancels its 2024 FEST music festival due to ongoing campus protests by the DePaul Divestment Coalition, disrupting campus activities.

Red Lobster faces financial struggles and is considering bankruptcy, with over 80 U.S locations temporarily shut and an auction of equipment from 50 sites. The chain experienced heavy losses partly due to an unsuccessful promo deal.

Illinois residents are set to receive a share of a multi-million-dollar settlement from a finance scam involving Think Finance, with the CFPB distributing checks averaging $1,100 to victims of non-existent loan repayments.

A 24-year-old father, Zet Rodriguez, was fatally shot in Chicago's Dunning neighborhood, causing community concern and prompting a successful GoFundMe for his family.