Illinois Attorney General Kwame Raoul has joined a coalition filing an amicus brief to uphold federal regulation of interstate gun sales, citing public safety and crime reduction.

A former attorney has been sentenced to 25 years for embezzlement and fraud that contributed to a bank's collapse, and must pay restitution to the FDIC and IRS.

Chicago police seek help finding Marellie Lugo, 14, missing from the Belmont Cragin neighborhood since August 12. She's 4'11" with brown eyes/hair. The community is aiding the search.

Three juveniles have been charged with multiple armed robberies in Chicago, arrested after a string of incidents on July 14 by the Citywide Robbery Task Force.

Mars Inc. is set to acquire Kellanova, known for snacks like Cheez-Its, Pringles, and Pop-Tarts, in a $30 billion deal, expanding its presence in the snack market.

Divvy waives parking fees for eBikes and scooters near full stations for members, enhancing user convenience and addressing high demand locations in Chicago.

Chicago Public Schools CEO Pedro Martinez faces potential removal amid disagreements with Mayor Brandon Johnson's administration, stirring tensions over district management and financial decisions.

A crash at a Chicago intersection involving a police cruiser and a Ford sedan injured four people, including two officers; all injuries were non-life-threatening.

An electrical vault fire at Soho House in Chicago prompted evacuation and a hazmat response, with no injuries reported and ComEd working to restore power.

A 15-year-old boy was wounded in a shooting in Chicago's Kenwood neighborhood; he is in fair condition, no suspects in custody.

Deneszria Hill of Chicago is charged with felony theft and running a financial crime enterprise, allegedly committing fraudulent returns at a retail store, resulting in over $36,000 in losses.

Two juveniles were arrested in Chicago, charged with vehicular hijacking with a firearm after a carjacking. They were apprehended by the Vehicular Hijacking Task Force.

An Illinois woman from Monee won $1 million from a lottery scratch-off ticket given by her husband. She plans to use the winnings to buy a house. The retailer, Monee Tobacco, will receive a $10,000 bonus for selling the ticket.