Lake County Sheriff's Crash Investigators are probing a multi-vehicle collision in Beach Park involving serious injuries and a driver in critical condition.

A shooting at Douglass Park, Chicago, resulted in one teen dead and another injured; a 55-year-old man claimed self-defense. No charges have been filed yet as the investigation continues.

Median home prices in Chicago reached a record high of $379,900 while sales fell to the lowest for May since 2012, partly due to an inventory shortage and a decline in new home construction.

LGBTQ advocates reflect on ten years since same-sex marriage legalization, voicing concerns over potential threats to marriage equality amidst recent political opposition and introduced measures in various states.

Chicago police issued an alert about a series of car burglaries in Uptown, Lincoln Park, and Lake View, advising residents to protect valuables and report suspicious activity.

The Chicago Police are searching for Betty Colvin, 60, reported missing from the 6200 block of S. Park Shore East Ct. She is 5'3", with black hair, brown eyes, and a medium complexion.

Chicago's weekend weather ranges from a 30% chance of showers today with high near 90°F, to sunny Saturday with high near 78°F, and a 40% chance of storms on Sunday with a high of 94°F.

The Chicago Gay Men's Chorus and Misericordia community mourn the death of Brendan Siddall, a chorus member and direct service professional, who died in a hit-and-run incident.

Northwestern University implements austerity due to a federal funding freeze, affecting staff positions, hiring, and health insurance, causing frustration among faculty.

An Austin neighborhood apartment fire injured six, including children, prompting a significant emergency response with 140 firefighters and 12 ambulances. Causes remain under investigation.

A man was fatally stabbed on Chicago's CTA Blue Line after an argument; the suspect is in custody with charges pending. Service was disrupted due to the investigation.

A driver was killed when their semi-truck overturned on the Kennedy Expressway, prompting traffic delays and lane closures for cleanup and investigation.

Governor J.B. Pritzker of Illinois is planning to announce his bid for a third term, amidst discussions on his potential aspirations for the 2028 presidential elections.