Child Brought Gun To Elementary School In Illinois: Police

The weapon was found in the student's book bag the same day as the Uvalde, Texas, school shooting, according to police.

Former Illinois Soldier Sexually Abused 10-Year-Old; Is Sentenced

The sexual abuse occurred while the Highland man was stationed at a military fort in Georgia, according to federal officials.

Waffle House Slayings: IL Man Faces Prison For Returning Guns To Son

Jeffrey Reinking was accused of giving a rifle back to his son; it was later used to kill four people at a Nashville-area Waffle House.

Beloved Family Cat Found Killed, Gutted And Skinned In Rock Island

“He was probably wondering where we were and why we were not helping him."

CA Man Posed As Girl, Solicited Child Porn From Illinois Victims: Cops

Police said Demetrius Davis posed online as a prepubescent girl named "Lizzy" and groomed more than 80 kids to send child pornography.

Antisemitic Incidents Reach Record High In U.S., Illinois: Report

There were 209 reported incidents of antisemitism in Illinois last year.

3 IL Men Plead Guilty To 'Parading' Inside U.S. Capitol On Jan. 6

Brothers Anthony and Jeremiah Carollo and their cousin Cody Vollan face up to six months in prison and probation as part of a plea deal.

150 Eagles Killed In IL, Other States: Company Pleads Guilty

A wind energy company that killed eagles in Illinois and seven other states pleaded guilty and agreed to pay more than $8 million.

IL Man Fatally Shot By ISP After Killing Ex-Girlfriend, Sister: Police

Adam Cobb, 32, was fatally shot amid a high-speed chase after police said he shot and killed two women and the family dog.

Exclusive interview with Sheriff Mendrick

DuPage County is in good hands: exclusive interview with Sheriff James Mendrick

FBI's 15 Most Wanted Illinois Fugitives Of 2021

They include fugitives accused of murder, robbery, sexual assault, church vandalism and cyber crime, the FBI says.

5 Children Home Alone Die In Illinois Apartment Fire

The children ranged in age from 2 to 9 years old and all belonged to the same family.

ComEd: Better Business Bureau And ComEd Team Up To Warn Customers Of Door-To-Door Energy-Related Scams

Imposters returning to tactics that target customers at their homes following lifting of pandemic restrictions.

Pedestrian Deaths Spike In Illinois During Pandemic’s Early Days

As dangerous driving behaviors increased during the COVID-19 pandemic, so did the number of pedestrians killed, a new report says.

Illinois Gun Safety Laws Get A- On 2020 Scorecard

Despite the pandemic, several states passed new gun safety laws in 2020, according to the Giffords Law Center to Prevent Gun Violence.

Heavy Snow: 3 Inches Possible Sunday In Illinois

Snow is expected to start Sunday afternoon and taper off after midnight — then a warmup is coming.

Fraternal Order Of Police Opposes Reform Bill

A survey of 1,500 officers reflects their lack of support for the criminal justice reform bill, which Gov. Pritzker is expected to sign.

ComEd Warns Of Imposters Approaching Customers At Home To Steal Money And Personal Information

Scammers pose as ComEd or other service workers to lure residents outside, while accomplices enter empty homes to steal possessions.

Illinois Couple Accused In Deadly Capitol Riot Referenced QAnon

“Quincy made it inside,” a couple charged in the deadly Jan. 6 Capitol riot boasted on social media, the FBI claims.

IL Man Charged In Capitol Riots After Friends Send FBI His TikTok

"True patriots right here. True patriots taking over the Capitol Building," Mathew Capsel screams in a video posted to TikTok and Facebook.

3-Year-Old Girl Froze To Death After Falling Out Window: Coroner

“At this time there’s no evidence to indicate it’s nothing other than a terrible, horrific tragedy,” the coroner told a local TV station.

3 Illinoisans Charged, Some Fired After Mob Assault On Capitol

D.C. Mayor Muriel Bowser has suggested additional domestic terrorism charges for those who participated in Wednesday's failed insurrection.

FBI's 11 Most Wanted IL Fugitives In 2020

They include fugitives accused of murder, robbery, sexual assault, church vandalism and cyber crime, the FBI says.

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Official Warns Of COVID-19 Vaccine Scams In Illinois

Officials are warning ​people who live in northern Illinois to be aware of fraud schemes involving COVID-19 vaccines.

BBB Warns About Surge In Online Puppy Scams

There are ways to know you’re being taken advantage of, including being asked to pay via gift cards or cash apps.

Illinois Gun Permits Break Records Amid Pandemic, Civil Unrest

Concealed carry license holder numbers in Illinois grew from 90,301 in 2014 to 343,299 in 2020, according to the Illinois State Police.

Illinois Militia Leader Convicted In Minnesota Mosque Bombing

A few hours after his conviction, Michael Hari called a newspaper to say he was beginning a hunger strike.

15 Fire-Related Deaths Last Holiday Season: Tips To Stay Safe

Remember to put out your candles before heading to bed, or you could be waking up to a house filled with smoke instead of presents.​

IL Vaccine Plan: What You Need To Know

Gov. J.B. Pritzker shared the state's plan for distributing its initial 109,000 doses and who will be first to get a coronavirus vaccine.

How To Avoid Black Friday Scams In Illinois

Consumers in Illinois can take certain steps to lessen the chance of falling victim to a scam.

Abducted Baby Found: Sheriff

Noah DelHotal, 2 months old, was taken by his father, who does not have custody, his mother said.

FBI Looking For IL, MO Victims Of Suspected Serial Killer

Richard William Davis traveled cross-country over five decades. The FBI said he's linked to one murder and that he may have committed more.

Armed Militias And Poll Watchers: Know The Laws In Illinois

After the president called for supporters to watch election polls for fraud, an institute at Georgetown Law wants voters to know the laws.

FBI 2019 Crime Report: See Trends In Illinois

Illinois' violent crime rate is still higher than the national average.

Western Illinois University Student Shot By Roommate, Campus Closed

According to university officials, the shooting took place in Thompson Hall around 10:30 p.m.

Abraham Lincoln Impersonator Arrested On Child Porn Charges

The 63-year-old retired Illinois teacher is also accused of patronizing a prostitute.

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State Police Have Already Investigated 64 Expressway Shootings This Year

That’s nearly double the number investigated by this time last year.

ComEd Bribed Illinois House Speaker Mike Madigan: Prosecutors

Madigan himself has not been charged and prosecutors did not identify him by name. ComEd has agreed to pay $200 million restitution.