Illinois Attorney General Raoul leads 18-state coalition supporting California's law regulating long gun sales to those under 21, stressing states' Second Amendment right to enact gun safety measures.

Chicago anticipates cold weather with possible snow after sunshine and winds today; rain is expected Saturday afternoon, potentially turning into snow in the evening.

The RTA announced there will be no fare hikes or service cuts for Chicago transit due to expected revenue from a new bill, which also adds $1.5 billion in funding.

The Trump administration has negotiated a deal with Novo Nordisk and Eli Lilly to lower prices for GLP-1 drugs, aiding Americans with obesity and diabetes.

A man was found shot to death in Chicago's Englewood neighborhood, with police discovering him late Wednesday on South Sangamon Street. No arrests have been made, and an investigation is underway.

Melvin Bush, 20, was charged with aggravated vehicular hijacking with a firearm in Chicago. He was caught by police and U.S. Marshals after a man's car was stolen at gunpoint in August.

October's announced layoffs hit a 22-year high, with tech and warehousing leading cuts that could ripple through Chicago's workforce.

A pedestrian was killed in Buffalo Grove, leading to a road closure and traffic delays. The 74-year-old woman was hit by two vehicles; both drivers are cooperating with police. No citations have been issued.

Illinois has set Marshall County's property assessment equalization factor at 1.0000, indicating balanced tax assessments, influencing local property tax bills and ensuring fair tax distribution.

Mayor Brandon Johnson's Protecting Chicago Budget tour holds community town halls across seven wards to discuss safety and youth program investments, engaging citizens in the budget process.

Judge Gettleman ordered improvements at ICE's Broadview facility due to inhumane conditions, including providing clean bedding, personal hygiene items, and proper meals.

A 28-year-old man from Skokie was charged with aggravated battery in the shooting of a 23-year-old woman, per Chicago Police. The incident occurred on N. Broadway.

A federal judge in Chicago ordered new limits on federal agents’ use of force after video and testimony showed tear gas and pepper‑ball deployments against protesters and reporters. The order adds body‑cam, warning and reporting rules while litigation continues.