Prosecutors present their final arguments in the trial of six men accused of murdering rapper FBG Duck in Chicago. The defendants face life sentences if convicted of the targeted shooting in 2020.

Chris Christie criticizes Trump as a "liar" and insists on staying in the 2024 race, despite trailing behind in New Hampshire polls and showing gaps in his campaign's national structure.

A body found on the tracks near O'Hare Airport caused a temporary suspension of Chicago's Blue Line train service, with an ensuing investigation by homicide detectives.

Girls wrestling in Illinois high schools is rapidly growing, with participant numbers doubling and over 350 schools now featuring female wrestlers. Athletes face challenges in gaining equal resources but are making national strides.

Robert Crimo III, the suspect in the Highland Park parade shooting, decided to have public defenders represent him again after initially choosing to self-represent. The trial date may remain set for February 2025.

A new "Welcome to Naperville" sign has been installed as part of a beautification project, lacking electronic features unlike neighboring Bolingbrook's signs.

O'Hare Airport moves hotel and off-airport parking shuttles to Terminal 2 starting February 1st; signs to guide passengers from old Bus Shuttle Center.

A Peoria felon, Jamarcus Hollingsworth, received a 57-month prison sentence for possessing firearms and attempting to sell a pistol, as part of Project Safe Neighborhoods initiative.

A Chicago man received a 5.5-year prison sentence for defrauding the SBA's COVID-relief program out of $2.9 million by falsifying business ownership and revenue. He's also required to repay the full amount.

A Chicago man, Angel Avelar, has been charged with the 2020 first-degree murder of a 57-year-old following a lengthy investigation by local authorities.

The Chicago Police Department seeks assistance in locating Barrett Adams, a 25-year-old missing man last heard from on January 5th while emotionally distressed.

Snow events are forecasted in Chicago, with potential for slippery roads, fog, and snowfall. A stronger storm system may bring wet snow and winds by Tuesday.

The Illinois Department of Public Health warns of a sharp increase in respiratory illnesses and urges vaccinations with rising COVID-19 and flu cases.