A man was arrested in North Chicago for running a meth operation out of a house used as a daycare; he faces multiple charges including endangering a child.

Cook County has announced the "Pathways to Cook County" Summit for August 6, 2025, to enhance small business engagement and procurement opportunities.

Attorney General Kwame Raoul has filed a lawsuit with other states against the Trump administration's policies affecting health care for transgender youths, asserting these federal actions are unlawful and overreaching.

A missing child from 2018 was found in Chicago's Humboldt Park by US Marshals and local police, with the mother arrested for fleeing with the child despite a court order.

The MLB All-Star Game will return to Wrigley Field in 2027 after renovations, with city and state leaders celebrating the expected economic boost for Chicago.

An Illinois Lottery player claimed a $1.1 million Lucky Day Lotto jackpot, initially doubting the authenticity of the win until it was verified. The winner plans to save most of the prize and possibly take a vacation or remodel the kitchen.

Illinois Department of Labor inspectors ensure safety at the Illinois State Fair, scrutinizing amusement rides and urging public partnership for safe enjoyment.

Excitement filled Grant Park as Lollapalooza began, with attendees paying up to $2,000 for tickets. Headliners Tyler, The Creator and Luke Combs, and acts like Gracie Abrams and Sierra Ferrell, highlighted the festival's diverse lineup.

Fifteen businesses in Gurnee were burglarized in a "coordinated" crime spree, with damaged windows and varying reports of theft. Police seek leads through surveillance footage.

A missing 9-year-old boy, Nathan Forde, was found safe in Glen Ellyn after disappearing in Elmhurst while biking. His whereabouts during the disappearance remain unknown.

Chicago Police Department plans DUI Saturation Patrol for the 1st District, focusing on impaired driving, speed, and seat belt violations from August 2-3, 2025.

Former President Joe Biden was honored with the C. Francis Stradford Award at the National Bar Association's gala in Chicago, where he criticized his successor's policies without naming him and emphasized the importance of the judiciary.

A woman was struck and killed by a Chevrolet in Englewood, Chicago; the female driver is in custody with charges pending.