St. Alphonsus Church in Lakeview, Chicago, kicks off its 23rd annual Oktoberfest this weekend, with German food, music, and beers. Admissions are $10 on Friday and Saturday and a $5 donation on Sunday.

O'Hare Airport in Chicago has been named the most connected hub in the U.S. and 7th globally by OAG, surpassing domestic and international competitors.

ICE erected a fence around a Broadview facility, sparking safety concerns from residents and the local fire department which demands its removal for obstructing emergency access.

President Trump's statement linking Tylenol use during pregnancy to autism risk sparks controversy; medical experts and health organizations refute the claim, emphasizing the lack of scientific evidence.

Chicago police issued a community alert after a recent CTA train robbery in Englewood, with surveillance images of two suspects circulated for public vigilance.

Illinois Governor JB Pritzker ordered a 4% budget cut for state agencies to counteract financial strain from federal economic policies. This proactive step is to mitigate anticipated revenue declines and increased state expenditures.

The FBI seeks public help to find seven "Chicago Most Wanted" fugitives after "Operation Summer Heat," which arrested 25 individuals for violent crimes.

A 19-year-old woman was shot in Round Lake Beach; a teenage boy was arrested on multiple charges. The incident is considered isolated with no further threat to the community.

An Illinois lottery player identified as "Rex" won $1 million from a Powerball ticket bought in Aurora, planning to buy a new car and gifts for family.

Mayor Brandon Johnson celebrated reaching 100 miles of new bikeways in Chicago, part of an initiative to reduce traffic fatalities and enhance transportation safety and accessibility, including affordable housing and extending the CTA's Red Line.

Chicago aldermen Lawson and Quinn reach a compromise on a granny flat ordinance to increase affordable housing, including an opt-in aspect for oversight and labor-focused provisions, with Mayor Johnson's support.

Bodycam video contradicts initial reports of an ICE agent's injuries as "nothing major" after a fatal shooting of a Mexican immigrant in Franklin Park.

The 2025 Illinois and Du Quoin State Fairs drew over 1 million visitors, with record attendance and strong sales, reflecting their cultural and economic impact.