Governor JB Pritzker declares a state disaster for Illinois counties hit by severe storms and flooding in mid-July, mobilizing additional recovery resources.

Illinois AG Kwame Raoul leads 21 attorneys general in supporting a Florida law that prohibits individuals under 21 from buying firearms, by filing an amicus brief with the U.S. Court of Appeals.

Illinois man William R. Busse III faces six counts for allegedly trafficking cocaine and meth in Chicago and attempting to distribute cocaine and fentanyl in the suburbs.

Chicago police arrested four men for attempting a train robbery in Englewood, recovering 39 stolen TVs. The suspects were caught on surveillance after a brief chase. Charges were pending.

The study found that nearly 70% of Chicago children under six are exposed to lead in drinking water, with greater impact on Black and Brown communities.

A former University of Chicago student is charged with hiding bomb-making activities after a dorm explosion, with plans for militant action in Nagorno-Karabakh.

Three people were shot during a gathering in Chicago's South Side following an argument; no arrests have been made, though police are questioning a person of interest.

The 50th anniversary of the Canine Frisbee World Championship takes place in Naperville, with competitors from around the world participating in various events.

The release of Dolton officials' credit card statements reveals lavish taxpayer-funded spending on hotels, dining, and more, amid transparency struggles.

The Northbrook Park District's Skating School is enrolling kids to teach figure skating, hockey, and speed skating skills while promoting personal growth and fun.

Illinois distributes $35 million in cannabis revenue grants via the R3 Program to rejuvenate communities affected by economic neglect and high incarceration rates.

The Illinois AG's Labor Day report highlighted efforts to protect workers, detailing $8.7 million recovered in owed wages and actions against discriminatory companies.

Springfield restaurant owner Omar Hernandez-Lopez receives an 18-month prison sentence for loan fraud scheme involvement.