Illinois residents continue to face charges and sentences stemming from the U.S. Capitol breach of January 6, 2021, with some receiving significant prison time.

Chicago sees a decrease in crime rates during September 2023, while the city's police department undergoes leadership changes.

The U.S. Army Corps of Engineers is reviewing plans for the demolition of Chicago's Damen grain silos, prompting the city to defer its decision on pending applications.

Illinois has witnessed a significant rise in hate crimes and extremism, challenging the state's image as a welcoming community.

Violence broke out in Brighton Park after a minor CTA bus accident, leaving a CTA supervisor injured and a concealed carry holder returning fire at the shooter.

Tragedy strikes Chicago's Loop neighborhood as a young girl's life is taken in an act of mindless violence.

Following a tragic shooting in South Dante, a 45-year-old man fights for his life in critical condition, highlighting the dire situation of gun violence in our communities.

In South Manistee, Chicago, a 36-year-old man was critically wounded after an altercation with a woman who brandished a firearm and subsequently fled the scene.

Two churches in Aurora come together to form Purpose City Church, aiming to foster a greater sense of unity and commitment to community impact.

Two men suffer gunshot wounds in a violent incident on West Washington; one remains in critical condition as detectives work to unravel the case.

In Harvey, Sheriff's Police discovered a "ghost gun" during a traffic stop, raising concerns about the prevalence of untraceable firearms in the United States.

Sheriff Thomas J. Dart unveils a new digital etching initiative to deter rampant catalytic converter thefts in Cook County.

Mayor Johnson takes a step towards addressing homelessness in Chicago by signing an executive order to create the position of Chief Homelessness Officer.