The Committee on Pedestrian and Traffic Safety in Chicago voted to propose lowering the citywide speed limit from 30 to 25 mph to improve road safety.

Chicago is reforming its approach to supporting migrants and the homeless by merging the New Arrivals program with the state's homeless system, potentially affecting shelter access.

A jet skier was found dead in the Fox River after a rescue operation near Burton's Bridge, following the sighting of an overturned jet ski and reports of a missing person.

Early voting in Illinois expands with new sites in Chicago and surrounding suburbs, with reports of a positive reception and anticipated high early voting turnout.

The Illinois Fighting Illini wore vintage helmets and jerseys against Michigan to honor their football history and Red Grange. The gear was part of a season-long centennial celebration and helped energize a victory.

A pedestrian was killed by a vehicle in Buffalo Grove, leading to extended road closures for the investigation.

Michael Madigan's federal corruption trial is set to begin, with charges including racketeering and bribery. Concerns over juror impartiality arise due to pre-trial publicity.

A 65-year-old woman died after being hit by a distracted 23-year-old driver in Chicago's Hegewisch neighborhood; the incident prompts traffic safety discussions.

Three individuals, including two teens, were shot near a Lil Durk concert in Chicago; an 18-year-old died, another is critical, and a 15-year-old is in good condition. No arrests have been made.

A deadly argument led to a shootout in Chicago, leaving a 63-year-old man dead and a 58-year-old woman injured. One man is in custody and charges are pending.

A man was killed in a drive-by shooting near a CTA station in Rogers Park, Chicago, with no suspects detained yet.

This article reports on Chicago's weather forecast, indicating warm and sunny conditions today with a shift to cooler, fall-like weather and potential showers as the week progresses.

An Illinois State Trooper, Corey S. Thompsen, died in a collision involving a truck in Champaign County. The truck driver was cited, and the investigation is ongoing.