Teen suspect sentenced to 5 years in deadly shooting of Chicago drummer
The shooter, who was 14 years old at the time of the killing, pleaded guilty to first-degree murder.
Video shows Chicago Police officer shooting, killing man's dog; COPA has questions
The owner of the dog has already filed a lawsuit against the City of Chicago, the CPD and the officer in this case.
Illinois state budget clears Senate, moves on to House
Illinois is now a step closer to approving a $53-billion state budget. The Senate passed it, but the House still has to vote on it.
Rev. Ira Acree, Mayor Brandon Johnson's pick for transit board, withdraws from nomination
Acree's nomination had stalled after some aldermen questioned his qualifications, and he struggled to answer questions about the agency's looming budget deficit.
Advocates want lifeguards at beaches longer after boy nearly drowns in lake
The Chicago Fire Department transported the child to Lurie Children's Hospital where he was listed in critical condition.
Former Chicago Police superintendent joins alders in fight to save ShotSpotter
Former Supt. Eddie Johnson was adamant that he is not being paid by the company to promote it. He said he just thinks it works.
Illinois bill would allow teachers who abuse students over 18 to be criminally charged
Plenty of high school seniors are 18 years old, and some are even older.
6 men charged with staging robberies in Chicago area to get visas reserved for crime victims
The men are accused of staging armed robberies at gas stations, liquor stores, Subway restaurants, Dunkin Donuts stores, and other businesses, and then asking police to certify them as crime victims to get immigration visas.
Some Chicago area police departments resell guns, but don't track what happens next
Chicago does not resell their guns, but some suburban police departments do to reduce costs.
Cook County sheriff: More resources needed to get guns from those with revoked FOID cards
Why are more than 27,000 people in Cook County still holding on to their weapons when they shouldn't?
Family of murdered suburban Chicago woman Melissa Aud-Headlee speaks out
"If someone else can see this, hear her story, and reach out, reach out to anyone."
Chicago to create program to offer relief from water bills that spiked due to underground leaks
Eligible homeowners and business owners would be able to have their water bills lowered if they can prove their higher bill is the result of leak in the underground service line.
17-year-old dead, 3 critically injured in crash in Glenview
Marko Niketic was a senior at Glenbrook South High School and just weeks away from graduating.
Police link string of robberies targeting bars, eateries, liquor stores around Chicago
Chicago police said the robbers targeted liquor and convenience stores and even restaurants, but in one case, a store employee fired back at one of the robbers.
Chicago man accused of hitting officer during protest takes plea deal
Jeremey "Mohawk" Johnson was able to avoid jail time because of his otherwise unblemished record and the enormous support of his community.