A woman was fatally struck by a SUV in Chicago's River North neighborhood. The driver lost control, hitting the pedestrian on the sidewalk. No citations are issued yet as the investigation continues.

A man died after his SUV crashed into poles in Chicago's Northwest Side. The accident, which occurred around 2 a.m. on West Fullerton Avenue, is under investigation by Area Five detectives.

Illinois launches Human Rights Week, featuring a series of virtual events and a social media campaign to uphold and celebrate the principles of the Universal Declaration of Human Rights.

A suspect was arrested for stealing perfume and possessing a loaded firearm on State Street, facing felony charges after a Loss Prevention Officer's intervention and a police investigation.

An Elgin police officer, Jordan Collins, was charged with child pornography by the Illinois Attorney General and is being held in DeKalb County Jail pending a court appearance.

Attorney General Kwame Raoul and a coalition of 20 attorneys general submitted an amicus brief supporting transgender Americans' rights to Medicaid coverage for gender-affirming care in the case Dekker v. Weida.

Brian Snyder is charged with conspiracy to commit robbery targeting armored trucks and ATMs in Chicago's suburbs as detailed in a federal court complaint.

Residents affected by Chicago's September floods have until January 19, 2024, to apply for federal aid from FEMA for property damages, with various ways to register for assistance.

Four individuals are charged with armed robbery after being arrested by Chicago Police, involving a series of thefts at gunpoint on the South Side. Additional charges include substance possession and vehicle trespass.

The 2023 Eater Awards celebrated top Chicago dining, crowning Daisies as Restaurant of the Year and chefs from Thattu as Chefs of the Year, while Time Out Chicago also honored local eateries like Oriole and Kasama.

A 15-year-old was charged with aggravated battery in Chicago for the stabbing of a man on November 19, after being arrested by the Great Lakes Regional Task Force.

Chicago businesses are facing a wave of break-ins, as the CPD warns of burglaries in the Near North and Town Hall areas with thieves using rocks to break into stores and steal cash registers.

The Englewood area in Chicago is experiencing a high number of car thefts, prompting a community alert by the CPD and measures to increase vehicle security.