Illinois has expanded resident‑directed cameras to assisted living and shared housing, changing consent, signage and disclosure rules and taking effect Jan. 1, 2027.

A Chicago man was convicted in St. George after a 2021 traffic stop allegedly turned up 25 pounds of cocaine, a loaded Glock and about $14,000 in cash.

Rochelle police say a 57-year-old woman was shot Tuesday; officers found the alleged shooter dead at the home and the victim is in stable condition.

A license-plate reader led Merrillville officers to a vehicle linked to a reported abduction; the 3‑month‑old was recovered unharmed and a woman was taken into custody.

Sunny Wednesday with highs near 87°F and a chance of storms Thursday. Expect heavy downpours and gusty winds in the afternoon and evening.

Fayus Inc., dba Yusol, recalled 64‑oz Ola‑Ola pounded yam after finding milk (sodium caseinate) was not listed on some labels; affected packs expire Nov 2028–May 2029.

Mayor Brandon Johnson filed nominees for the Northern Illinois Transit Authority board, kicking off confirmation fights as the region shifts to new transit governance.

A four-block social district in Arlington Heights will let adults carry to-go drinks in the Arlington Alfresco area this summer; wristbands and approved cups are required. The pilot runs July 30–Sept. 26.

A 31-year-old Whiting man, Cordero M. Hill, died after a medical emergency while in police custody; the Lake County Sheriff's Department will lead an independent probe.

An 18-year-old driver was killed after a high-speed crash at Route 12 and Route 173 in Richmond. Authorities say speed appears to have been a factor and the county crash team is investigating.

A man died and a woman was hospitalized after a Tuesday morning shooting at an apartment in Mundelein's Deepwoods Drive. Authorities traced a suspect vehicle to the Illinois‑Indiana line and made arrests.

IWG says it will add 12 new coworking locations across Illinois after a year of record openings, pushing beyond Chicago into central cities including Peoria. The move follows heavy recent network growth by the firm.

Lincoln Park neighbors say more than 80 cars were towed during the Pride parade and many paid hundreds to reclaim them amid conflicting notices.