Mark Randle from Wentzville received a 210-month prison sentence for methamphetamine distribution after pleading guilty in March. His case is part of the Project Safe Neighborhoods initiative.

Chicago man Michael Jenkins faces multiple felonies, including attempted murder, following a series of violent crimes.

Gilead Sciences Inc. settled for $202 million over illegal kickbacks for HIV drug prescriptions, following Attorney General Raoul's lead with a multi-state coalition.

Chicago Mayor Brandon Johnson plans to veto a curfew ordinance that gives the police superintendent authority to impose curfews, citing civil liberties concerns and the success of other safety strategies.

An 11-year-old boy in Englewood was injured in an unintended drive-by shooting, with no arrests yet made. He's in good condition after being shot in the shoulder.

Chicago police have issued warnings about recent late-night robberies targeting inebriated individuals in the River North district, with assailants robbing and assaulting victims.

Illinois State Treasurer Frerichs announced the return of $303.8 million in unclaimed assets to nearly 312,000 claimants through the I-CASH program in FY 2025, including a $200,000 contribution to the Orphans of the Storm animal shelter.

Chicago man Damone J. Scott, 24, is sentenced to 46 months in prison for wire fraud, with a restitution order of $13,325, after pleading guilty to the charge.

Community members are urgently searching for missing 70-year-old Douglas Johnson, who may need medical care. The police and public are intensifying efforts to locate him.

The trial commenced for the alleged killer of Chicago Officer Vásquez Lasso, contrasting the officer's service with the defendant's "despicable choices."

Illinois' Sarah Kerley awarded the Eugene H. Rooney, Jr. Award for HR innovations, significantly reducing hiring timelines and increasing state workforce diversity.

A 30-year-old Chicago man was charged with first-degree murder after a woman's body was found. His arrest followed cooperative efforts by Chicago PD and the U.S. Marshals.

Chicago records its 18th day over 90°, tying year averages. High temperatures and possible severe thunderstorms raise concerns, while a cooler Thursday and pleasant Friday are expected before the heat returns next week.