A 21-year-old man in Chicago is charged after reportedly hitting a woman in the Loop; she declined medical care. The suspect's identity hasn't been released.

The Illinois EPA is granting $750,000 for energy-efficient upgrades at public water plants, aiming to save costs and reduce energy consumption. Applications are due by February 2, 2024.

Two Chicago men are indicted for allegedly executing a murder to ascend their gang's ranks, with a federal racketeering charge that could lead to a mandatory life sentence or the death penalty.

A vase bought for $3.99 at Goodwill sold for $107,000 at Chicago auction house, Wright Auctions, identified as a rare piece by Italian glass blower Carlo Scarpa.

Chicago residents can participate in naming city snowplows through a contest that ends January 12, with public voting for finalists starting January 22. Park Ridge is also holding a similar contest for naming snowplows.

A new Illinois law will support drivers with communication disabilities by allowing pre-registration of their medical conditions to facilitate better interactions with law enforcement.

A 3.2 magnitude earthquake struck Southern Illinois near Waltonville, with no reported injuries or damages; it was felt from Mount Vernon to Carbondale.

Federal authorities are searching for a man who allegedly robbed a US Bank in Elmhurst, Illinois, on Saturday morning, implying he had a weapon. The suspect is still at large.

A Naperville man was arrested at O'Hare Airport, charged with a fatal stabbing in Austin, Chicago. Alexander Iwerebon faces allegations for the murder of a 45-year-old man.

Several cherished Chicago restaurants closed in 2023, causing a wave of nostalgia among food enthusiasts and prompting reflections on the city's culinary history.

A woman is charged after the homicide of a 1-year-old boy in Chicago, with the death attributed to child abuse-related injuries. The child was pronounced dead with signs of abuse, and a 26-year-old woman has been arrested.

An off-duty Chicago police officer fired shots to prevent a carjacking in Ashburn, resulting in no injuries and no immediate arrests. COPA is investigating the incident.

A 5-year-old boy died after falling ill at an overcrowded migrant shelter in Pilsen, Chicago. His death raises questions about the shelter's conditions and management. An investigation is underway.