Chicago launches a "Pizza Pass" offering discounts at over 25 pizzerias and a chance to win a pizza party or stay.

Illinois Democrats criticize a Trump-backed tax bill for potential cuts to healthcare, as the state includes music therapy in Medicaid, a move potentially at risk by federal cuts.

Maurice D. Lee, Jr. was indicted for a week-long crime spree in Chicago, involving two carjackings and two credit union robberies, along with firearm charges. He faces a significant prison sentence if convicted.

Illinois Attorney General Kwame Raoul secured a preliminary injunction against the Trump Administration's plan to restructure HHS, protecting jobs and public health programs.

Two major Chicago gang cases face retrials due to undisclosed witness promises made by prosecutors. The Wicked Town and Four Corner Hustlers' leaders' convictions were overturned, with new trials set for fall.

Chicago released its ACFR for fiscal year 2024 with positive financial trends and strategic investments acknowledged by Mayor Johnson and other officials.

Attorney General Kwame Raoul and 19 other attorneys general are suing the Trump administration for allowing DHS to access personal health data, which they argue could impact public health and compromise privacy.

Chicago faces its 17th day of above-average heat, with temperatures around 90 degrees and minimal rain chances. The heat wave is expected to continue with highs in the low 90s and a slight chance of storms.

The DOJ's largest health care fraud crackdown in history involves 13 defendants in Illinois and over 320 nationwide, accused of fraud schemes totaling $14.6 billion.

A fatal crash on I-294 involving a motorcycle and semi-truck caused southbound lane closures and traffic delays near Ogden Avenue. Details on the fatalities are pending as Illinois State Police investigate.

The "Summit of Hope" in Decatur, hosted by IDOC, IDPH, and IDJJ, offered resources to help formerly incarcerated individuals reintegrate into society.

Illinois Attorney General Kwame Raoul provides guidelines for police drone use, emphasizing privacy rights and restrictions, ahead of Independence Day festivities.

"The First Homosexuals" exhibit at Wrightwood 659, curated by Jonathan Katz, features over 300 artworks exploring pre-20th century LGBTQ+ identities and has faced international rejection prior to Chicago.