Illinois AG Kwame Raoul leads 22 attorneys general in supporting higher minimum wage for federal contract workers against opposition from a group of states.

Chicago-area Costco stores adjust their hours on Christmas Eve, closing at 5 p.m. However, on Christmas Day, they remain closed along with other retailers, with some exceptions like select CVS and Walgreens.

A 14-year-old boy was shot and seriously injured in a drive-by shooting on Chicago's Southeast Side. The incident is under investigation; no suspects are in custody.

Pedro Martinez's firing by the Chicago Board of Education has caused uncertainty in the city's education and stirred political turmoil, with Martinez challenging the decision in court.

Illinois car dealerships are set to pay a $20 million settlement for customer fraud, following an investigation into deceptive practices such as hidden fees and false advertising.

Chicago Fire Department employees overpowered a would-be robber while on duty in Auburn Gresham, sustaining minor injuries but no weapon was found on the suspect.

A man was critically injured in a targeted shooting in Steger, IL; the suspect, a Black man in a gray jacket, remains at large despite extensive search efforts.

Chicago airports expect a surge in holiday travel, predicting a busy Monday at O'Hare with around 243,000 passengers, and significant road travel per Triple A data.

A woman died, and a man and three children were seriously injured in a car crash in West Garfield Park, Chicago. The SUV hit a pillar; no citations have been issued yet.

A 16-year-old boy was fatally shot in the head in Chicago's Calumet Heights neighborhood; he later died at the hospital. No suspects are in custody, and the investigation is ongoing.

Tiresias Young was arrested in Chicago for allegedly firing a gun, hitting one man, and attempting to shoot two officers. He faces felony charges, including attempted first-degree murder.

Chicago's Gran neighborhoods experienced a series of burglaries, leading to a police alert and safety recommendations for residents to prevent further incidents.

Illinois universities are expanding tuition coverage for low-income students, with new programs like the Roosevelt Pledge and UIC Aspire. A bill aims to reform funding for state universities to enhance affordability and access.