Kane County prosecutors consider hate crime charges after a lesbian woman was attacked at a McDonald's; suspects face current charges for aggravated battery and mob action.

A teen has been charged with attempted murder after shooting a 14-year-old near two Chicago schools. The incident took place in Bronzeville; the victim is in fair condition.

Federal authorities arrested two Venezuelan men linked to a Chicago mass shooting and the Tren de Aragua gang, resulting in three deaths and five injuries.

Two Israeli Embassy staff were shot and killed in D.C.; suspect detained chanting “Free Palestine.” Governor Pritzker’s staff member was present but safe.

A collection of Abraham Lincoln artifacts, including blood-stained gloves from his assassination, was sold at auction for nearly $8 million to alleviate the Lincoln Presidential Foundation's debt.

Chicago's Englewood neighborhood is on alert following a spree of armed robberies. Two suspects, described as African American males in ski masks, have stolen cars and other items. No arrests have been made; the police investigation continues.

The Chicago Police Department is seeking information on the missing 15-year-old Jashaun Gibson, last seen in Chicago wearing a grey & black shirt, red shorts, and black Crocs.

Chicago expects a cooler and drier Memorial Day weekend, with chances of brief showers and temperatures in the 50s and 60s, according to the National Weather Service and FOX 32 Chicago.

Two Venezuelans with gang ties were arrested for a Chicago shooting that left three dead and five injured. They face federal immigration charges and are linked to the Tren de Aragua gang. ICE has also made additional arrests related to the gang.

Rockford woman pleads guilty to filing fraudulent tax returns, lacking an IRS preparer ID, causing a $356,881 tax loss, and faces up to 3 years in prison.

Circle K offers a 40-cent discount on gas Thursday, extending savings to its reward members and donating 10% of fuel profits to Children of Fallen Patriots.

Noodles & Company plans to close up to 17 company-owned and 4 franchised locations in 2025, despite a recent sales increase and new menu offerings. The company aims to optimize its portfolio and support impacted staff.

Parents at a Country Club Hills school board meeting demanded Superintendent Dr. Duane Meighan's resignation following a substitute teacher's alleged physical assault on students.