Bally's Chicago revises its hotel plan at the casino site due to underground city water pipes, moving away from the original 500-room high-rise design.

A Naperville councilman proposes matching residents with asylum-seekers for shelter amidst Illinois' migrant crisis, despite some division among officials.

A Texas transportation company is suing Chicago over migrant drop-off restrictions, alleging the rules violate federal and state laws while imposing heavy fines.

As the Cook County Democratic primary approaches, candidates Burke and Harris intensify their fundraising, competing to succeed Kim Foxx as top prosecutor. Burke leads financially, while Harris has strong endorsements.

A fire in Chicago's South Side injured one woman critically, as firefighters responded to engulfed bungalows in West Englewood. The cause remains undetermined.

A federal jury convicts six O-Block gang members for racketeering and the murder of rapper "FBG Duck," with sentencing pending between August and September.

Tony Briceno Vizcaya faces felony charges for a Chicago shooting, with his court hearing scheduled for January 18, 2024.

Chicago anticipates severe winter weather with expected snow, blowing snow, and extreme cold as advisories and warnings are issued. Travel is discouraged in areas like northeast Porter County due to whiteout conditions.

The Illinois Department of Public Health is offering grants totaling $750,000 to improve sickle cell disease care, with applications open until March 18, 2024.

Wieland North America invests $500 million to modernize its East Alton facility with the aim of retaining 800 jobs in Illinois, as part of a new initiative to support EV and renewable energy production, backed by the Illinois government.

Illinois enhances early childhood education by successfully adding 5,886 new pre-K seats, exceeding its goal by 18%, as part of the first-year Smart Start initiative to combat educational inequities.

A fire broke out in a Chatham neighborhood home's attic, but all occupants escaped without injury before the Chicago Fire Department extinguished the blaze.

The Naperville Police Department is accepting applications for its Citizen Police Academy starting March 6, 2024, offering residents an inside look at law enforcement over 10 weeks.