Michael Perkins faces multiple felony charges for armed robbery and kidnapping in Chicago, with his detention hearing scheduled for September 10, 2024.

Illinois lawmakers propose tighter gun storage laws, raising the age for mandatory firearm locking and increasing penalties after a school shooting in Georgia.

Devon Beal, 30, was fatally shot while driving in Chicago's Chatham neighborhood. His vehicle crashed after he was hit by gunfire from another sedan. No arrests have been made, and the investigation continues.

Chicago police are investigating damage from apparent gunfire at Redzovic Jiu-Jitsu, a studio owned by Muslim personality Eddie Redzovic. CAIR urges treating it as a possible hate crime.

Cybersecurity firm Fortinet unveiled a new 90,000 square foot facility in Chicago's West Loop, positioning it as an innovation hub and planning to double its local workforce.

A liquor store employee in Glenwood was fatally shot following a dispute. Authorities are investigating with no immediate threat to public safety. No further details or arrests have been announced.

Authorities in Gary, Indiana, are seeking public assistance in the homicide case of Kia Tidwell, a mother killed by a stray bullet while speaking with her child on the phone.

A garage fire in Aurora spread to an attached house, displacing eight residents; a homeowner sustained minor injuries while the fire department halted further damage.

The Big Boy steam locomotive drew crowds in Chicago, offering a nostalgic experience of America's railroad history, with local festivities and emphasis on its bridging of past and sustainable future.

Chicago City Council debates the future of ShotSpotter, a gunshot detection system, as its contract nears expiration amid concerns of efficacy and policing.

A jury awarded Marcel Brown $50 million for his wrongful conviction in a 2008 murder case, after he served a decade in prison before his release in 2018.

Chicago implements austerity measures, including a hiring freeze and travel restrictions, to address its projected $222.9 million deficit for FY2024 and $982.4 million for FY2025.

Chicago Police warn of robberies targeting Facebook Marketplace shoe sellers in the 11th District, urging public caution and providing suspect descriptions.