A 41-year-old passenger died after a sedan jumped the curb and struck a raised barrier on the 3700 block of West North Avenue in Logan Square; the 43-year-old driver is hospitalized and charges are pending.

Oak Lawn settled with Hadi Abuatelah for $825,000 for a 2020 incident where he was punched by police; the village claims it's not an admission of guilt.

Criticism arises as the Trump administration plans to exclude nursing from the professional degrees list for federal loan eligibility, potentially limiting funds for students. This decision, facing backlash, might worsen the nursing shortage.

Tara Reid believes her drink was tampered with at a Rosemont hotel, resulting in her unconsciousness and hospitalization, though no drugging has been confirmed by police.

An Illinois man was killed when a vehicle fell from a lift in Wauconda; he was pronounced dead on-site, and police and the Coroner's office are investigating.

The Chicago Teachers Union is cooperating with a federal inquiry regarding financial transparency after being accused of not providing complete audits to members.

Cook County and Park Forest announce major upgrades to the Park Forest Fire Training Site funded by the Build Up Cook program, including new infrastructure and training features for firefighters.

City records show more than $8.2 billion in unpaid fines and fees, with about $1 billion added since late 2023. Officials are weighing debt sales and tighter collections amid a $1.15B budget gap.

The Illinois Department of Revenue warns shoppers about cybercriminals during the holidays and provides online safety tips, including secure payment methods and avoiding public Wi-Fi.

Chicago radio host Joe Colborn, known as "JoBo" of the duo "Eddie & JoBo," passed away at 70; his career at B96 and influence on the city's airwaves are remembered.

Two people were severely injured in a crash on I-65 in Indiana: a roadside worker was hit by a truck and airlifted to a hospital, and the truck's driver also sustained serious injuries.

Chicago airports expect a record-breaking 2 million travelers for Thanksgiving, with O'Hare handling most. The travel surge reflects industry recovery, and passengers face long waits amidst weather-related challenges.

A Naperville father was killed in a homicide at Dana Point Condominiums, with a co-worker dying by suicide at the scene. The community is shocked and mourning.