A child almost fell from a ride at the Illinois State Fair, but was saved by bystanders and his mother's quick actions. Fair officials stressed the importance of safety after the incident.

IDNR will hold public meetings to discuss chronic wasting disease in Illinois' deer, with new cases expanding the endemic area. The meetings include presentations and discussions on CWD management.

Maximino Rivera from Illinois is charged with DUI causing one death and injuring another during a March 2025 incident. He was arrested by the Chicago Police with US Marshals' assistance.

Chicago reports its first three human cases of West Nile virus in 2025, with spraying efforts in certain neighborhoods to combat the mosquito-borne disease.

A former Chicago Public Schools dean was sentenced to 22 years for sexually abusing a student over a decade ago, resulting in two pregnancies and forced abortions.

Lake County Sheriff's Office arrests Karla Rangel-Tirado for selling cocaine near a school following an undercover operation.

A man in Chicago is charged with murder and armed robbery after a fatal shooting incident. Ortez Owens was arrested and faces multiple serious charges.

Deputies arrested George H. Hall in Joliet Township after a hostage situation ended peacefully with the victims escaping and Hall's subsequent apprehension. A loaded firearm with a defaced serial number was found.

Chicago neighborhoods are alert due to a series of commercial burglaries. Police link the crimes to four individuals and advise increased security measures and vigilance.

Ashley Hamilton is charged with attempted murder for using a vehicle as a weapon against a teen in Chicago. She was arrested and faces a detention hearing. The investigation is ongoing.

Chicago Mayor Brandon Johnson opposes President Trump's threat to send the National Guard to address crime, while criticizing federal budget cuts to anti-violence programs.

A man is charged with aggravated animal cruelty for severely injuring a dog by dragging it behind his truck. He was also cited for driving without a license.

Oakland neighborhood residents in Chicago are on alert following a series of burglaries targeting vending and laundry machines, as per a Chicago Police Department alert.