A Chicago man received an 11-year prison sentence for illegally possessing a firearm while trafficking fentanyl and cocaine. Thomas L. Gates had prior felonies and was caught during a patrol in Old Town.

A Joliet man is sentenced to over two years in prison for possessing a gun while on supervised release for a drug conviction, a violation of his release conditions.

The CTA's "Refresh & Renew" program improved 30 rail stations with upgrades like LED lighting, painting, and repairs, all within the $6.5 million budget.

The Illinois State Police have issued a warning for increased vigilance during the holiday season due to heightened terrorism threats, especially around religious events.

Salesforce Tower Chicago has changed the city's skyline and office landscape, emphasizing collaboration spaces and flexibility in response to the pandemic's impact on work habits.

The Chicago Marathon expects a record 50,000 runners after 123,000 applied. Selected runners were notified, with charity program spots still open. The event raised $30.4 million last year and aims higher for 2024.

The Chicago City Council panel plans to extend the police union's contract but reject a plan to arbitrate severe discipline cases, despite the mayor's push and the FOP's opposition.

Judge Carlson calls for a special prosecutor after Leroy Devine was mistakenly released and not re-arrested despite a court order, highlighting issues within the Will County justice system.

A man was fatally shot early Thursday near a CTA station in Chicago's West Loop. No arrests have been made yet, and local violence concerns are rising.

The 2023 property assessment equalization factor for Macoupin County is at 1.0000, indicating fair property tax assessments in line with state guidelines.

22 state attorneys general, led by Illinois AG Kwame Raoul, have filed an amicus brief challenging Mississippi's law that permanently disenfranchises people with felony convictions.

Illinois Attorney General Kwame Raoul reached a settlement with CSL Plasma Inc. to amend their practices for accommodating donors with disabilities following a lawsuit over ADA violations.

Attorney General Kwame Raoul, with others, urges HHS to ensure state licensing for housing unaccompanied immigrant children, aiming to enhance their welfare and access to services.