A 2-year-old boy was critically injured in a North Lawndale shooting; police are investigating and have a person of interest in custody with no charges filed yet.

A Marine veteran was charged with first-degree murder in Lincoln Park for fatally shooting a man who behaved erratically but made no physical contact.

A 20-year-old woman was fatally stabbed and another was injured on Chicago's West Side during a fight; the survivor is now in custody as police investigate the incident.

Brown County will maintain the property assessment equalization factor at 1.0000, ensuring consistent local tax bills without increases due to state adjustments.

Norovirus cases rise during the holiday season, with symptoms including vomiting and diarrhea. The CDC records an increase in outbreaks and advises hand-washing to prevent spread.

Chicago businesses are warned of burglaries where thieves used a hydrant cap to enter and steal cash registers. Two male suspects are sought by police.

Target reduced its extended holiday return deadline by five weeks. Walmart restricted cash refunds for items returned without a receipt. Retailers may impose stricter return policies due to a rise in return fraud and costs.

The article details a forecast of rainy weather in Chicago with high chances of precipitation and accompanying winds, followed by brief clearer weather before more rain and a cold start to the new year.

The Chicago Police Department is asking for help in finding Latrisha Collins, a 16-year-old missing since December 23, 2024. She's 5'5", 130 pounds, with brown eyes and hair. Call 312-747-8274 with info.

Daniel Medina-Guerrero was denied pre-trial release by a DuPage County judge for possessing a loaded firearm, facing multiple felony charges and misdemeanors.

A gas leak from an underground line at BP Whiting Refinery in Indiana caused odors in the Chicago area. BP is responding with cleanup and air monitoring, reporting no health risks.

Illinois expands reproductive rights with a new law preventing discrimination based on reproductive health decisions. It covers various areas, including employment and housing, to safeguard individuals’ choices.

A woman was sexually assaulted in her home by a knife-wielding assailant in West Rogers Park, Chicago. The suspect, with a facial tattoo, stole items and fled; he remains at large.