During the MLK Jr. weekend, Illinois police faced several crashes involving their cars, some due to Move Over Law violations; charges were filed in multiple incidents.

Cesar Garcia, 18, faces two felony counts of attempted first-degree murder in Chicago stemming from an October shooting that injured two young adults.

Illinois AG Kwame Raoul leads 20 attorneys general urging the Biden administration to ban menthol cigarettes and flavored cigars, citing their impact on youth and minorities.

Elijah Manning, 19, was arrested by Chicago Police for a November armed robbery and vehicular hijacking, facing two felony counts and a scheduled detention hearing.

Chicago faces extreme cold with a wind chill advisory, two rounds of snowfall, and hazardous travel conditions, but may see a warm-up later in January.

An elderly person is in very critical condition following a house fire in Chicago's Englewood neighborhood. Firefighters rescued the individual, who is now hospitalized. Details about the fire's cause remain undisclosed.

Illinois has announced property tax assessment multipliers for Marion (1.0000) and Hamilton (0.9205) counties aimed at equalizing property tax burdens.

Chicago's CTA Red Line service was delayed due to a mechanical issue, affecting other lines as well. Alternative buses were suggested, while Metra faced a separate incident with a train striking a vehicle.

Electric vehicle (EV) owners in Chicago face long charging lines and reduced battery efficiency due to cold weather, with a significant range loss reported by studies.

Illinois is awarding $2.4 million in grants to eight communities for outdoor recreation improvements, funded by the federal LWCF and supported by state and local investment.

Denise Lampe's work as a Plats and Plans Technician at IDOT involves aiding in land acquisitions for state projects, ensuring property rights are properly managed and supporting infrastructure progress.

The Phillips Park Zoo in Aurora, IL remains closed until January 20 due to extreme cold, prioritizing the safety of visitors and animal welfare during the weather conditions.

The Chicago inspector general's report has unmasked a city employee skimming from city sticker sales and a contractor illegally collecting over $200,000, indicating financial control issues.