A bipartisan group of 37 attorneys general, including Illinois' Kwame Raoul, is urging Instagram to make immediate changes to protect user location privacy.

A man died after touching the electrified third rail on the Blue Line in Austin. Police are investigating, and the CTA service resumed after a brief disruption.

Officer Carlos Baker, already probed for a fatal shooting of his partner, is accused of attacking an off-duty female officer in Wicker Park. The victim sustained facial injuries, but no arrests were made. COPA is investigating both incidents.

Air Canada cancels flights in anticipation of a possible flight attendants' strike this weekend, with a 72-hour strike notice received from the union; customers are being notified and offered refunds.

Chicago celebrated the MCMF End of Summer, acknowledging youth contributions to community safety, with Mayor Johnson lauding the decreased crime rates linked to youth empowerment.

Chance the Rapper is releasing his new album "Star Line" and starting a tour with stops including Chicago. The album is personal, diverse in influences, and includes collaborations with visual artists.

Illinois has introduced a new law to streamline the state's approach to human trafficking, focusing on a trauma-informed and victim-centered response, set to take effect in 2026.

Issues with automatic license plate readers (ALPRs) arise over privacy concerns and errors leading to wrongful confrontations, prompting debates on the balance between security and individual rights.

Federal court grants preliminary injunction stopping use of Medicaid data for immigration enforcement, following a lawsuit led by AG Kwame Raoul and a coalition of states.

A man was injured in a South Peoria shooting, with police responding to a ShotSpotter alert of 12 rounds fired. The suspect remains at large; the victim's injuries are non-life-threatening.

Chicago anticipates a hot weekend with potential triple-digit heat index values, following today's clearer conditions. Thunderstorms may arrive, leading up to days of extreme heat and further storms into the early week.

Chicago is preparing for the 66th Air and Water Show featuring the U.S. Air Force Thunderbirds and the U.S. Army Golden Knights, excluding the Navy Blue Angels. The free event will be at North Avenue Beach with safety measures in place.

O'Hare International Airport has had its busiest June on record, with over 8 million travelers, indicating a rebound in travel and marking Chicago's role as a significant travel hub.