The Chicago Police issued an alert after several robberies on the CTA Red Line in Englewood, seeking information on suspects described as three young males.

Illinois received a $2 million federal grant to fund the Smart Manufacturing Lighthouse Program, aiming to advance manufacturing tech, improve energy use, and bolster the workforce.

Chicago has formed the Office of Re-entry to aid post-incarceration integration, with Joseph Mapp, a restorative justice expert, appointed as the Director.

The Illinois State Fire Marshal urges fire safety during holidays, citing risks such as decoration fires and emphasizing the need for precautions like a fire escape plan and the Keep the Wreath Red campaign to prevent incidents.

The Chicago Bears reached a tentative agreement on property taxes for the Arlington International Racecourse site, setting a $3.6 million annual bill before stadium construction.

A 22-year-old man was critically hurt in a drive-by shooting in Chicago's Back of the Yards. The incident is under investigation; no arrests have been made.

Lil Durk's lawyers criticize the use of his lyrics in a murder-for-hire case, calling it a sign of weak evidence while he faces charges involving a plot to kill rapper Quando Rondo. He maintains his innocence.

An outbreak of salmonella linked to cucumbers distributed by SunFed Produce and two other companies has affected 68 people in 19 states, prompting a recall.

Argonne National Laboratory leads a $50 million initiative with seven U.S. labs to develop sodium-ion batteries as a potential alternative to lithium-ion, amidst supply-chain issues and demand surges.

The Illinois Department of Labor is seeking over $3.8 million for workers left jobless without notice due to abrupt business closures, violating the Illinois WARN Act.

Illinois fire departments can apply for the new Fire Station Construction and Rehabilitation Grant Program by Feb 28, 2025, offering up to $350,000 for facilities upgrades.

A Norridge man faces felony charges for alleged child pornography based on a tip received by the Cook County Sheriff's Office. Richard Corcino admitted using his devices to view the content; his next court date is scheduled for January 17, 2025.

The Chicago Police Department requests public help to find Kimberly Gilmore, 40, who disappeared on November 9, 2024, from the 7500 block of S. Essex.