Kwame Raoul leads a lawsuit against the Trump administration for withholding AmeriCorps funds, defying a court order, affecting service programs nationwide.

Andrew S. Boutros was confirmed as the U.S. Attorney for the Northern District of Illinois, becoming the first person of color in the role in its 170-year history.

The Cook County Board approved an $81 million transportation funding package to improve roads, bridges, and traffic systems, aiming at economic benefits and increased access for residents and visitors.

Lenny W. Weston was arrested for assaulting a woman, and later for unlawful weapon and cannabis possession after a search warrant was executed at his home.

Randall R. Grueb from Lake Zurich was arrested for possession of child pornography, including images of toddlers, following a cybercrime unit operation with Electronic Detection Canines.

A person was hospitalized after a pre-dawn shooting in Arlington Heights; details are unclear, and no arrests have been made. Authorities seek information from the public.

An 18-year-old man was arrested after crashing a stolen car into a Chicago grill and a light pole; he was hospitalized and charges are pending. No bystanders were injured, and the incident caused a temporary reroute of CTA buses.

An intoxicated Illinois woman crashed her SUV into a Moose Lodge with her daughter inside, facing DUI and other charges but causing no serious injuries.

An Arizona woman was sentenced to over eight years for a fraud scheme that provided North Korean IT workers with fake US identities, resulting in over $17 million for the DPRK.

Elmhurst residents were told to stay indoors during a police operation as officers served an arrest warrant. The suspect was captured, and order restored.

Cook County won 78 awards from NACo for their innovative programs in health equity, digital inclusion, housing, and more, reflecting their commitment to accessible and equitable services.

Nicholas Young was charged with attempted first-degree murder for a shooting that injured two women in Chicago. He was arrested in Joliet and awaits a detention hearing.

Chicago's 7th District experienced recent burglaries, with businesses in West Englewood being advised by police on protection measures after break-ins on W. 59th St.