A 9-year-old girl is in critical condition after a hit-and-run incident with a silver SUV on Chicago's South Side. The driver remains at large as police continue their investigation.

The Will County Board voted 17-1 to end a 2015 ban on video gaming in unincorporated areas, aiming to boost business revenue and compete with gaming-friendly municipalities, despite some concerns about gambling's societal impact.

The Will County Board voted against making the county a non-sanctuary area, reflecting a political divide and community views on immigration inclusivity.

Casey Krueger was selected for the US Olympic soccer team, while Alex Morgan was not. This roster change signifies a shift towards a younger team for Paris 2024.

The Chicago Plan Commission approved new residential buildings for Chicago's Clybourn Corridor and Fulton Market, addressing local concerns and including affordable housing units.

Two Chicago men, 19, and two juveniles face felony charges for the armed robbery and battery of a 60-year-old man, with the incident involving property theft at gunpoint.

House Bill 612 has been passed, updating property tax exemptions for disabled veterans, removing the honorable discharge requirement, including a greater range of veterans, and fully exempting WWII veterans from property taxes.

Ken Griffin lists his never-lived-in Gold Coast penthouse for $11 million, while sports broadcaster Colin Cowherd buys a $3.25 million condo in Chicago's Park Tower. Both transactions showcase trends in luxury real estate among the wealthy.

Mayor Brandon Johnson proposes a Tax Increment Financing district expansion in Pilsen to support local businesses and prevent displacement, increasing the budget from $115 million to $980 million.

An Oklahoma City man was sentenced to 45 months for bank fraud and identity theft in Springfield, Illinois, after attempting to cash a fraudulent check and succeeding in other similar crimes.

The DOJ has sued Illinois landlord Michael J. DeWitte for allegedly sexually harassing female tenants, violating the Fair Housing Act, seeking damages and to prevent future discrimination.

Judy Strzelecki, office manager from suburban Chicago, is charged with federal health care fraud involving false claims for medical items through her employer, A Woman's Place LLC.

Chicago Police Department announces DUI Saturation Patrol in the Near North District from July 20-21, focusing on impaired driving and other offenses.