A Tinley Park man, Jason Soltis, was charged following a 17-hour standoff with police, which ended without injury after he barricaded himself and two women in a home.

Daniel Schmidt, 24, was arrested for allegedly punching an election judge at a polling station in Orland Park, after trying to bypass the voting line.

Chicago launched the Smart Streets Pilot program, using cameras to enforce parking laws and keep bus and bike lanes clear, beginning with a warning phase.

Chicago's Smart Streets pilot activates enforcement against illegal parking in bus and bike lanes with warning phase starting now and fines after Dec. 5.

Shedd Aquarium workers voted to unionize, with over 75% in favor, aiming to address work conditions and animal welfare.

USDA declares disaster in Illinois counties after tornadoes, offering emergency loans to aid farmers and producers affected by the severe weather in July 2024.

A man was fatally shot in the head in Greater Grand Crossing, Chicago. The incident occurred late Saturday and is under investigation. No suspects are in custody.

A veteran Chicago firefighter was seriously injured after falling through a light shaft during a blaze in Humboldt Park, and is now hospitalized in serious condition.

James Van Der Beek revealed his colorectal cancer diagnosis on Instagram, expressing a positive outlook and apologies for friends hearing it via media first.

A CTA train operator involved in a crash had a BAC of 0.048%; he's on leave due to injuries. Despite plans to dismiss him, action is pending his return.

Music legend Quincy Jones has died at the age of 91, leaving a profound legacy as a jazz musician, producer, and industry innovator with 28 Grammy wins.

Chicago Police are searching for 16-year-old Shacole Taylor, missing since September 29 from Chicago's West Side. He is 5-foot-6, with brown eyes and black hair, and frequents the local Boys & Girls Club.

Early voting in Chicago sees high turnout; Harris and Trump rally supporters ahead of a closely contested election, with notable youth support for Harris.