Wildfires in the Los Angeles area have led to seven deaths, prompting evacuations of 180,000 people, with former Mayor Lori Lightfoot's family among those who lost homes.

Chicago Police warn of aggressive robberies on the CTA Red Line, with multiple incidents and assailants described as young males and one female, still at large. Increased police presence and public vigilance are advised.

The Illinois Department of Juvenile Justice is recruiting Juvenile Justice Specialists and will be hosting job screenings in southern Illinois to fill these roles with a starting salary of $62,532.

Robert Crimo III, the Highland Park shooting suspect, regains limited phone call rights to speak with his parents, as decided by a judge ahead of his February trial. His other privileges remain revoked.

Chicago is set to face a series of snow events with expected snow accumulation and freezing temperatures. Commuters are advised to prepare for slick roads and travel disruptions.

The Illinois Department of Public Health added four new women's health conditions to the list eligible for medical cannabis treatment, including endometriosis and ovarian cysts.

Oak Park released bodycam footage of the shooting where Detective Allan Reddins was fatally shot while responding to an armed robbery. Suspect Jerell Thomas was apprehended and faces charges including first-degree murder.

Human remains found in Bolingbrook's Hidden Lakes Park have been identified as missing Minneapolis man David McCord by the Will County Coroner's Office.

A woman is arrested after violently carjacking and stabbing two people, including a teacher, in Chicago's Garfield Ridge neighborhood. The first victim was critically injured while the second is in good condition.

A Chicago man, Robert Brandt, is charged with aggravated vehicular hijacking and kidnapping involving a 2024 incident, as per the Chicago Police Department.

The Kennedy Expressway reversible lanes in Chicago are set to reopen next week, ending delays due to software issues and final construction tasks. IDOT announced necessary overnight closures to finalize the reopening process.

A police chase in Chicago ended with the arrest of a suspect wanted for an armed robbery after starting in the suburbs and concluding in the Chatham neighborhood.

Two planes clipped wings at O'Hare Airport, with no injuries reported and both airlines providing replacement flights for passengers. The FAA is investigating the incident.