President Trump's restructuring results in significant layoffs at the EPA's Chicago office, impacting over 100 employees. Workers protest firings and express concerns over job security as other federal agencies also feel the effects.

The Chicago Police are searching for Vance Barnes, 67, missing since February 18, 2025, last seen on S. Indiana. Described as Black, 5'7", with brown eyes and grey hair, he may be in mental distress. Tips can be called in to (312) 747-8380.

A man named Nathaniel Price was charged in Chicago for stabbing two men on E. 51st St. He faces two felony counts of aggravated battery with a deadly weapon.

Chicago anticipates a rise in temperatures to the 40s by next week after enduring another day of sub-zero wind chills, with gradual warming and more sunshine in the forecast.

Illinois AG Kwame Raoul leads a coalition of 19 attorneys general to support a Pennsylvania law restricting concealed carry under age 21, filing an amicus brief in the 3rd Circuit Court.

Chicago Police seek a male suspect for a public indecency incident on Feb 4 in Logan Square and urge witnesses or those with information to contact them.

Springfield, Illinois celebrates Black History Month with tours, films, and events reflecting on Black Americans' contributions, including explorations of work, home, and military service.

The Illinois Department of Revenue is promoting the Senior Citizens Real Estate Tax Deferral Program, which allows eligible seniors to defer property taxes until March 1, 2025.

A Central Peoria house fire on North Gale Avenue caused $40,000 in damage, injured one person, and is under investigation while the community copes with the aftermath.

Planned Parenthood of Illinois introduces medication abortion services via the PPDirect app, amid clinic closures and efforts to enhance reproductive care access.

Illinois AG Kwame Raoul obtained a $350,000 settlement with Wilmette Maids over unpaid overtime, enforcing fair wage laws and setting up future company monitoring.

A child drowned at a Bannockburn home; despite rescue efforts, they were pronounced dead at the hospital. No foul play is suspected as the police investigate.

A 17-year-old has been charged with vehicular hijacking and other felonies in Chicago after a car with a child inside was stolen. The child was found unharmed.