A man died after being stabbed by a woman during an argument in an Austin apartment, following an alleged assault where he choked her. Police are investigating the incident.

Chicago universities, including UChicago and Northwestern, maintain peaceful pro-Palestinian protests, contrasting with violent episodes and arrests at schools like Columbia and UCLA. Chicago police express support for peaceful demonstrations.

Stacey Paradis and Conrad Reddick have been confirmed by the Illinois State Senate to serve five-year terms as Illinois Commerce Commission (ICC) Commissioners.

Chicago police seek help finding suspects in two armed robberies on the city's mass transit system, urging the public to report any useful information.

Illinois Governor's office has labeled the Chicago Bears' $5 billion stadium proposal as a "non-starter," emphasizing the need for taxpayer benefits, despite the team's pledge to invest $2.3 billion in private funding.

Police fatally shot an armed student outside Mount Horeb Middle School in Wisconsin; the incident led to a school lockdown and community distress. No other injuries were reported, and an investigation is ongoing.

The historic Graue Mill dam in Oak Brook, Illinois, was removed last November amid contention, with environmental benefits cited by supporters and historical value by opponents.

Millennium Park announces a free summer event lineup to celebrate its 20th anniversary, featuring films, concerts, and fitness classes starting in May.

Illinois confirmed its first West Nile virus-infected bird for 2024 in Douglas County, prompting health officials to advise residents to start preventive measures against mosquito-borne diseases.

Suspect Xavier Tate was arrested for the murder of Chicago Police Officer Luis Huesca, and was apprehended using Huesca's handcuffs.

The IDOI launches a new mental health parity campaign in Illinois with the character Yarney teaching about insurance rights, backed by a history of enforcing parity laws and reinvesting fines into advocacy efforts.

A former VA psychologist, Theresa A. Kelly, was sentenced to 10 months in prison for healthcare fraud and obstruction of justice involving false medical claims and Medicare fraud.

Chicago implements a suicide prevention plan offering free QPR Gatekeeper training to recognize and aid those at risk, starting with high-risk areas and city workers.