Benjamin D. Rumbo of Benson, Arizona, will serve a 20-year sentence following a guilty plea for distributing child pornography. The conviction is part of the broader Project Safe Childhood initiative aimed at combating child sexual exploitation.

The Anti-Defamation League identifies Chicago pro-Palestinian groups as fomenting antisemitism. Tensions escalate as public figures and advocacy organizations engage in a war of words.

A 44-year-old cold case sees a major breakthrough as Joseph A. Caliva is identified as the victim from 1979 through forensic genealogy. Authorities continue to search for suspects in this enduring mystery.

Illinois State Police seek public assistance in a fatal hit-and-run case involving the death of Destiny Dixon, who was killed while helping at a previous accident site.

Chicago attorney Michael Abramson faces new federal witness tampering charges in addition to 2018 tax fraud indictment.

The Cook County Sheriff's Office is expanding its Tails of Redemption program, where inmates train shelter dogs, preparing more canines for adoption and giving inmates new skills.

Chicago launches the Spring Forward campaign to engage kids with activities during spring break, accessible via the My CHI. My Future. app and website.

Chicago Police alert the public about armed robberies in the 9th District by two suspects using handguns with lasers, urging vigilance and timely reporting of incidents.

Mother-daughter arrested for impersonating others to obtain drugs at HCA Hospital, Houston, with one having prior warrants. They frequented clinics for narcotics fraud.

Chicago hosts the Shamrock Shuffle, causing road closures and parking issues from Friday to Monday. The event includes an 8K run and a 2-mile walk and will affect several streets.

The Chicago Plan Commission approved a $110 million development in Portage Park, including a 20% affordable housing quota after negotiations with the developer, GW Properties.

Chicago Public Schools announced a shift from student-based to needs-based budgeting and is moving away from school choice to focus on neighborhood schools.

Chicago ranks as the second-worst US city for air pollution in 2023, with PM2.5 levels nearly triple the WHO guidelines, largely due to Canadian wildfires.