Powerball jackpot Wednesday grows to $653M
If won, it would be the eighth-largest Powerball jackpot and the 13th-largest lottery jackpot won in U.S. history, according to the Illinois Lottery.
Chicago Streets and Sans deploy over 200 snowplows to clear residential streets
More than 200 snow vehicles are out and about clearing residential streets, according to the Department of Streets and Sanitation.
ISP: Trooper hospitalized after squad car struck on Eisenhower Expressway
The Trooper was inside the squad car at the time of the crash and was taken to an area hospital with non-life-threatening injuries.
Bartlett police investigating shooting that left 2 wounded
The victims suffered non-life-threatening injuries and were transported to an area hospital for treatment, according to police.
CPD issue alert of ruse robberies on South, Southwest Sides
Chicago police are warning residents to be on the lookout for two burglars posing as repair workers on the South and Southwest Sides.
Pedestrian struck by car after crash on westbound I-90 near River Road
A pedestrian is struck by a car after being involved in another crash Sunday morning, according to Illinois State Police.
Ukrainian community hosting annual Caroling Together Festival Sunday
More than 200 performers will share their talents at St. Nicholas Ukrainian Cathedral near Oakley and Chicago.
Police warn of 10 more Hyundai, Kia thefts on West Side
Another warning about thieves getting away with Kia and Hyundai vehicles across Chicago.
2 men charged with armed robbery at East Side retail store
They were identified as the suspects who, earlier in the day, entered a retail business while armed with a firearm and robbed a man, and took merchandise from within.
Missing ISU student found dead near creek in Normal, police say
A missing Illinois State University student reported was found dead near a creek in Normal on Friday, according to police.
Shooting inside hallway at East Chicago apartment leaves 3 wounded
Police say it was an isolated incident between two feuding neighbors who live in the building.
Man upset with girlfriend sets fire to residence in Joliet, police say
A man is in custody after starting a fire inside a residence in Joliet Friday evening.
Chicago man charged with robbery on River North CTA platform
The robbery happened around 3:30 a.m., in the 500 block of North State Street.
Northern Illinois University introducing newest mascot
He came to campus Friday to meet cheerleaders, the dance team, and ROTC cadets.
Driver killed in rollover crash in unincorporated Campton Township
A witness said the driver was found outside of the vehicle following the crash.