A Shorewood man won $2 million from a $20 scratch-off lottery ticket bought at a gas station while intending to get coffee, planning to use the winnings to buy land and cars.

An off-duty Chicago officer shot a person during a domestic disturbance; the individual is in critical condition, and an investigation by COPA is underway.

An 18-year-old Homewood-Flossmoor High School senior died in a crash after prom. Grief counseling is provided, with calls for community support and respect for the grieving process.

A Carpentersville man faces felony charges for manufacturing child pornography and criminal sexual assault, with an incident dating back to 2017 when he was a minor.

Jisselle Lopez was charged with multiple felonies, including aggravated vehicular hijacking with a weapon, after an incident in Chicago. She was arrested and faces a court hearing.

Lori Healey, former chief of staff for Mayor Richard M. Daley and executive at the Obama Foundation, has died at 65 after a battle with pancreatic cancer. Her legacy includes work at McPier and the Obama Presidential Center.

Chicago police fatally shot an armed man in South Shore; COPA is investigating. Officers used Tasers unsuccessfully before shooting as the man advanced on them.

Chicago's morning showers give way to a dry, warm week with temperatures gradually rising, reaching highs near 68°F on Tuesday and mid-60s by the weekend, according to forecasts.

A Cook County report highlights a property tax system shifting $2 billion from businesses to homeowners, affecting mainly Black and Latino communities.

Tymarion Averyhart, 19, faces charges including aggravated criminal sexual assault, kidnapping, and burglary in Chicago. He's linked to two sexual assaults and several burglaries in the city's 24th District.

Jessica Vasquez was appointed to the Cook County Board, creating a female majority on the board for the first time and succeeding Anthony Joel Quezada.

A 39-year-old man was fatally stabbed in Chicago's Douglas neighborhood, near U.S. Congressman Jonathan Jackson's office. No arrests have been made; motive unknown. Police are investigating.

Chicago honored fallen CPD officers in the 93rd St. Jude Memorial March, involving Gold Star families and officers, with a route from Michigan Avenue to Holy Name Cathedral, accompanied by an interfaith service and a 21-gun salute.