An Idaho couple and three others were charged with conspiracy to commit wire fraud against the U.S. government, potentially facing 20 years per count.

Illinois Treasurer Michael Frerichs highlights the growth of the Bright Start 529 college savings plan, which now exceeds $14 billion in assets during its 25th anniversary.

A shooting near Lincoln Middle School in Berwyn left three dead in what has been described as a domestic incident. Classes were canceled following the event, with no school children involved.

Chicago Police seek help finding John Rojas, 50, missing since September 12 from West Norwood Park. His case number is JJ415167 and NIC number is M078605052.

Chicago Police appeal for help to find Leon Garrett, 80, missing since September 16, last seen at 8100 block of S. Campbell, possibly confused or agitated.

The Chicago Police are searching for Trevon Moore, a missing 16-year-old last seen August 30. He frequents areas near Proviso East High School. Public assistance is sought.

Authorities are searching for Rayvon Johnson, a domestic violence suspect who escaped from a Kendall County courthouse. Public tips are requested to aid in his capture.

Shawn Bashir from suburban Chicago has been indicted on federal healthcare fraud, submitting over $17.3 million in fake claims for children's services.

The Chicago Police is searching for Latina Ervin, a 54-year-old woman last seen on E. 96th Street, last contacted on March 1, and may be near 111th and MLK Drive.

ICE conducted an operation in Elgin, Illinois, resulting in arrests, amid heightened enforcement activities in Chicago known as "Operation Midway Blitz."

Chicago experiences unseasonably warm weather in late September, with temperatures reaching the 80s, while evenings are cooler. Possible record highs anticipated for Thursday, with a mixed forecast for the weekend including some rain chances.

IDFPR received the 2025 Regulatory Excellence Award from CLEAR for innovative regulation and service improvements in licensing for Illinois professionals.

A 16-year-old boy died after his electric bike collided with a truck in Arlington Heights; he reportedly didn't stop at a sign and wasn't wearing a helmet.