Yohanna Endashaw from Niles West High School wins Illinois' Poetry Out Loud competition and will participate in the national finals in Washington D.C.

An Illinois retiree becomes a millionaire - winning $1 million - after purchasing a winning scratch-off ticket in Aurora. The '$10 Million' Lottery game ticket was confirmed by Illinois Lottery officials.

Thomas E. Duncan was sentenced to seven years in prison for engaging in a $1.7 million kickback scheme at a VA Medical Center, involving medical supplier Daniel Dingle.

Chicago Police have issued an alert for the 2nd District due to a series of burglaries involving unsecured homes, urging residents to secure their properties.

Chicago's 18th District is on alert following multiple armed robberies; police seek masked gunmen who stole phones and belongings, escaping in a sedan.

Chicago Police issued a missing person alert for Elijah Okunola, 24, last seen April 13 in Chicago, wearing a black jacket, blue jeans, and gym shoes.

The Chicago area anticipates severe weather, with thunderstorms, high winds, and hazards including potential tornadoes. The National Weather Service issues warnings for the imminent conditions.

Cook County confirms a second measles case in a Cicero adult. Health officials raise awareness to prevent the spread as there is no link to a previous Chicago outbreak. The patient visited Super Mercado Torres when infectious.

Illinois Governor JB Pritzker and Cook County Board President Toni Preckwinkle are collaborating to eliminate $1 billion in medical debt for residents, building upon a local program that has already relieved over $348 million.

Chicago's park shelters for migrants are closing to resume summer programs, but the city faces challenges balancing community needs and migrant housing.

Chicago's Chinatown opens its first "express DMV" to enhance service efficiency, benefitting multiple neighborhoods. No appointments needed at the facility, which offers a range of services, including REAL ID applications.

The Chicago Police are seeking help to find Sharondo Small, last seen on the 3300 block of W. Roosevelt, wearing a red Bulls hat and a blue jean jacket.

Chicago Park District opens summer program registration on April 15 for western parks and April 16 for eastern ones, offering diverse activities for all ages from June 10 to August 25.