Illinois AG secures guilty plea from ex-Tollway employee, Marcus Smith, for fraudulently obtaining state funds, resulting in restitution and probation.

The Chicago Police is searching for missing 43-year-old Karissa Caro and requests public assistance. She may need medical attention and was last seen on the 5500 block of North Kenmore Avenue.

Antwan Mclaurin is charged with first-degree murder for a West Town shooting that killed Jimvonta Blossom and injured another. He is to appear in court Thursday.

Chicago Police issued an alert for missing Juan Rios, 39, last seen on N Sheridan Road, and possibly in need of medical attention. Public assistance is requested.

The nation marks the 24th anniversary of 9/11 with ceremonies and tributes, including moments of silence and name readings. Increased security followed activist's assassination.

A crash on North Michigan Avenue in Chicago resulted in six injuries, following a burglary at a Louis Vuitton store. Traffic was significantly disrupted due to road closures and vehicle reroutes.

Chicago PD issued a missing alert for 84-year-old Victor Manuel Arrivillaga, last seen near W. Byron St., possibly wearing a gray jacket and blue jeans.

A Brinks guard in Chicago shot an alleged robber during a confrontation. The injured suspect was later arrested and the stolen property recovered. The incident disrupted local transit and raised safety concerns.

Officer Krystal Rivera was honored at the Gold Star Families Memorial in Chicago, her name becoming the 607th inscribed on the wall after her death in the line of duty.

Judge Charles Beach has replaced Timothy C. Evans as Cook County's chief judge after winning the election with 144 votes. Evans served for nearly 25 years but will continue as a judge.

Federal agents raided Midwest Distribution, a vape product distributor, amidst legal scrutiny over the sale of illicit vaping items; the company asserts compliance with regulations.

Englewood celebrated the opening of Thrive Englewood, a new affordable housing development, indicating progress and collaboration in the neighborhood's revitalization.

Illinois Attorney General Kwame Raoul introduced an online portal for charities to simplify compliance and enhance donor transparency. The system allows for digital filings and public access to charity information.