The Trump International Hotel & Tower in Chicago reached a $4.8 million environmental settlement with Illinois for its cooling system's river water use.

Chicago Police issued an alert for armed robberies in Woodlawn, where an individual with a handgun demanded belongings from residents on May 13. The suspect remains at large, and police are advising the public on safety and seeking information.

Attorney General Kwame Raoul won a court order halting the Trump administration's efforts to reduce the Department of Education's workforce, thus protecting educational funding and services.

The Chicago Police Department warns of armed robberies in East Garfield Park and Humboldt Park, with suspects using a stolen Kia Optima and firearms to steal from individuals.

Chicago's Memorial Day weekend weather forecast predicts sunshine with temperatures in the low to mid-60s, and a warming trend expected the following week.

Rey Gonzalez was arrested in Chicago on charges including attempted first-degree murder and aggravated battery after a serious attack on a 43-year-old male.

The FBI searched a property in Chicago's Albany Park linked to Elias Rodriguez, the suspect in the deadly shooting of two Israeli Embassy staffers in D.C.

A 16-year-old boy from Orland Park, IL, is charged with felony robbery and battery following a February CTA train incident.

Jeff Blashill has been hired as the new head coach of the Chicago Blackhawks, taking on a team with a poor record, aiming to rebuild and improve performance.

JCPenney is closing seven stores by May 25 due to factors like lease expirations and market conditions, following a 2020 bankruptcy and a merger with SPARC Group.

Chicago businessman Awad Odeh faces federal charges for defrauding investors of $3.6 million in a precious metals scam, with charges including wire fraud and money laundering.

Illinois DCFS reminds the public about water safety for children to prevent drownings, citing a rise in deaths, especially among those under 5 years old, and advises on supervision and preventative measures.

Two men in Illinois are charged with orchestrating a $227 million Medicare fraud, billing for unrequested COVID-19 test kits, some for deceased individuals.