2 Killed Skydiving In IL In Recent Days

The incidents at two different facilities both had deadly outcomes this week.

ACLU Against Chicago Measure Seeking To Require More Surveillance Cameras

“Once again, we're being told that more cameras in Chicago will equal more public safety. It just simply doesn't add up,” Yohnka said.

19-Year-Old Chicago Man Charged In Illinois State University Shooting Near Bone Center

A 19-year-old Chicago man has been charged in a shooting resulting in one person shot near the Illinois State University campus, police said

Former Illinois House Speaker Michael Madigan To Face Sentencing For Bribery Conviction

"Madigan has expressed no remorse for his crimes, nor has he acknowledged the damage wrought by his conduct," prosecutors wrote.

3 IL Officers Shot — 1 In The Face — During Encounter: Police

One officer underwent emergency surgery while another suffered a broken bone, police said.

New Protections For Domestic Violence Victims In Illinois Now In Effect Under Karina's Law

The law is named after Karina Gonzalez, who police said was shot and killed by her husband in a Little Village apartment in 2024.

Crash That Killed 4 Youths Was 'Freak Occurrence': Driver's Lawyer

The 44-year-old woman did not have drugs or alcohol in her system at the time of the crash that killed 3 children and a teen, ISP said.

'Medical Emergency' May Have Preceded Crash That Killed 4 Youths: ISP

The path of the vehicle, which traveled through a building at an after-school camp, spanned over 1,300 feet, according to police.

$349M Mega Millions Winners Come Forward In IL

The winning ticket was sold at a gas station in March.

Victims ID'ed In IL Crash That Killed 4 Students

All four girls were pronounced dead at the scene, according to the coroner's office.

After-School Camp Crash That Killed 4 Students Not Targeted: ISP

State police say a car drove through a field and crashed into the building.

6 Busted In Sting After Seeking Sex With Minors: Police

Their charges include indecent solicitation of a child, traveling to meet a minor, solicitation to meet a child and grooming, police said.

1 Shot At Illinois State University, Cops Seek Person Of Interest

The shooting happened Sunday night, wounding one person, with the shooter still at large as of Monday morning.

$1.2 Million Winning IL Lottery Ticket Sold Online

The winning ticket was bought Thursday online for the Ultimate Diamond Jackpot.

Hundreds Of Stolen Cars Recovered So Far This Year By IL State Police

State police undertook 39 air operations targeting stolen vehicle recovery and related violent crime, the agency said.

4 Killed In Downstate IL Plane Crash: Authorities

The crashed plane remained in the road for over a day following the incident in downstate Coles County, according to authorities.

Illinois Gov. Pritzker Says Sensitivity To Security Is "Heightened" After Arson In Pennsylvania

Cody Balmer, of Harrisburg, Pennsylvania, was charged Monday with criminal homicide/attempted murder, terrorism, aggravated arson and more.

Why Are Flags At Half-Staff This Week In Illinois?

Duenez was just 25 years old and had a wife and a young child. He was a tank mechanic in the Army, a job his friends said he loved.

IL Transgender Student Arrested After Breaking FL Restroom Law

The transgender student's arrest could be a first in the U.S. since the passing of state restroom usage laws.

7-Year-Old Boy, Mother Fall Into Canyon At Starved Rock State Park In Illinois

The boy's father was also rescued from the canyon after climbing down into it.

Man Shot By Secret Service Traveled From IN To DC: Authorities

Local police had warned the Secret Service of a “suicidal individual” possibly traveling from Indiana, the agency said.

Racist Graffiti On IL Business: 'We Will Be Closing,' Operators Say

The operators said that after repeated threats they would “rebuild in an environment better suited for who we are.”

IL Man Killed 13-Year-Old And 2 Women, Shot Himself In Head: Police

He shot his girlfriend, her son and her friend, police said, adding his gun was bought legally but his FOID card was revoked.

Child Saved From Icy Pond, Mass Shooting Trial To Begin: IL Weekend

Plus: Sox World Series star battles cancer, fatal wrong-way crash, bar shooting solved, houses hit by gunfire.

Sonya Massey's Family Given $10M Settlement After 'Senseless Death'

Massey, a Black woman with a history of mental illness, was fatally shot in her own home by a sheriff's deputy, as captured on body camera.

Plane Forced To Return To O'Hare After Windshield Issue

The plane was flying 156 passengers from O'Hare Airport to Cabo San Lucas, Mexico, on Wednesday.

130 Guns Seized At IL Airports In 2024: TSA

The TSA said 94 percent of the firearms seizures at U.S. airports were loaded weapons.

Mom Accused In 4-Year-Old's Kidnapping Hoax Awaiting Extradition To IL

The Rock Island mom was arrested while on the lam with her seven children in Jefferson County, Wis., police said.

Mom Arrested In Wisconsin After 4-Year-Old's Kidnapping Hoax: Police

The girl’s mother claimed the 4-year-old was one of her other daughters when she was police searched the house, Rock Island police said.

Dealer Gun Thefts Drastically Drop From 291 To 8 In 4 Years: IL Police

In 2020, 291 guns were stolen from certified dealers, state police said. By 2024, the number had dropped to eight.

Missing IL Woman Found Dead Across State Lines: Police

Britney Hoffman-Kelly was found dead in rural Missouri, police said. Her husband, killed in a standoff, was a suspect, according to police.

Arrests Made In Rock Island Car Theft, 4-Year-Old's Abduction: Police

An 18-year-old and four juveniles are charged in connection to a car theft in which a 4-year-old girl was abducted, Rock Island cops said.

IL Interstate Shootings Down For 3rd Year In A Row From 2021 High

Interstate shootings statewide dropped 31 percent in 2024 compared to 2023, down by over 200 from a record high in 2021, state police said.

Missing Rock Island Girl Believed Abducted Found Safe: Police

Blessing Aoci, 4, who was inside a running car when it was stolen has been found safe and reunited with her mother, Rock Island police say.

Man Kills Woman In Shared Home, Charged With Murder: DeKalb Police

Officers found the 31-year-old woman unconscious on the floor of the apartment with significant facial injuries, police said.

Officer Kills IL Driver After Being Dragged By Vehicle: Police

Accounts of the incident vary between police and the man’s family, according to reports.

FBI's Most Wanted Illinois Fugitives Of 2024

Their crimes include murder, sexual abuse, fraud and drug trafficking, the feds say.

Drivers Of These Vehicles May Get New Alerts From IL State Police

Drivers of certain Chrysler, Dodge, Jeep, Mercedes-Benz, RAM and Volkswagen vehicles will be affected, police said.

Porch Pirates A Big Problem In IL: See The Data

Porch pirates nationwide stole at least 48 million packages valued at about $12 billion over the past year.

1,100 Pounds Of Cocaine Found In Semi On I-80: IL State Police

Two Canadians were arrested after police discovered $40 million worth of cocaine in a commercial truck, authorities said.