Illinois Governor JB Pritzker signed the Clean and Reliable Grid Affordability Act, projected to save consumers $13.4B over 20 years by enhancing clean energy and cost-saving measures.

A 17-year-old was charged with armed robbery involving a firearm, as announced by the Chicago Police. He was caught after a robbery on August 30, 2025.

Chicago Police are searching for Aaron Hawkins, 27, missing since November 15 from the 2300 block of W. 80th Pl. He is described as 6’1", African American, with brown eyes and black hair.

A Chicago couple, gym and cafe owners, were found dead in a suspected murder-suicide at a hotel in Aruba, sparking a community memorial and investigation.

An Indiana police officer and two others were hospitalized after a high-speed chase ended in a collision. The officer is expected to recover, while the suspect's charges are pending investigation.

The Chicago Board of Education's Inspector General uncovers widespread sexual misconduct among CPS staff, including at Little Village Lawndale High School, as well as other violations.

The Chicago Police Department will conduct a DUI Saturation Patrol in the 10th District on January 10-11, focusing on impaired drivers, speeding, and seatbelt violations.

Chicago residents can share their views on local law enforcement's cooperation with federal immigration authorities at a public hearing hosted by the Community Commission for Public Safety and Accountability.

Police warned residents after two Dec. 28 robberies on Chicago’s Northwest Side; detectives say a vehicle was recovered and are asking for tips.

A 17-year-old was arrested Wednesday and charged as the third suspect in an Aug. 30 West Town armed robbery near the Morgan CTA station. Two other juveniles were detained in October.

A man who shoved a Wicker Park chef onto the CTA Blue Line tracks in 2022 pleaded guilty and was sentenced to 12 years.

Chicago police issued an alert for armed robberies, including kidnapping and extortion, by a group of young males in ski masks and black sweatshirts in Washington Park and West Woodlawn.

A Morton Grove homeowner was fired on after confronting two people trying to break into a parked car on Reba Street. No one was hurt and police are seeking tips.