A special prosecutor has been assigned to handle cases against retired Chicago detective Kriston Kato, amidst allegations of misconduct and framing by defendants. The move aims to ensure impartiality and avoid potential bias within the judiciary.

Chicago City Council debates stricter ethics in the wake of Ex-Ald. Burke's racketeering conviction, while Mayor Johnson focuses on pro-worker legislation and rebuilding council relations.

Illinois gun owners are largely not complying with a law requiring assault-style weapon registration, with only 1% of FOID cardholders reporting their firearms.

Chris Christie criticizes Trump as a "liar" and insists on staying in the 2024 race, despite trailing behind in New Hampshire polls and showing gaps in his campaign's national structure.

A new "Welcome to Naperville" sign has been installed as part of a beautification project, lacking electronic features unlike neighboring Bolingbrook's signs.

Anthony Beale withdrew from the race for 9th Ward Democratic Committee leader after signature issues. Cleopatra Draper plans to pursue a write-in candidacy.

Presidential candidates including Joe Biden and Donald Trump have filed for the Illinois primary, with delegate selection and ballot positioning being strategic moves in the election process.

Chicago officials disagree with an arbitration ruling they believe jeopardizes police accountability and transparency, emphasizing the need for trust and justice in law enforcement.

Pulaski County homeowners may see changed property tax bills due to a new tentative equalization factor of 0.9394, which could adjust after a public hearing and review.

The Illinois Department of Revenue maintained a property assessment equalization factor of 1.0000 for Clay County, indicating consistent property valuations and tax calculations, but actual bills may vary with local taxing bodies’ budgets.

New York mourns the passing of K9 Sashi, a 12-year-old bomb-sniffing dog who served the bomb squad with her handler, Officer Gallagher, and was known for her service in securing courthouses and assisting various agencies.

Chicago launches a $2.7 million Small Business Storefront Activation Program to revitalize vacant storefronts and boost local commerce in economically challenged neighborhoods.

Heidi Mueller is appointed to lead Illinois' DCFS, building on her reformative work as Director of the DJJ, with Governor Pritzker citing her transformative influence.