Massive O'Hare Drug Bust: Couple Traveling With 72 Pounds Of Hashish, Officials Say

The pair was catching a connecting flight in Chicago when they were selected for outbound passenger enforcement exams by authorities.

Body Pulled From Chicago River On Northwest Side Of Chicago

The body of a male, whose age is not known, was found in the river near River Park on Saturday afternoon.

Child Missing 7 Years Found Safe, Mother Charged With Contempt After Years-Long Court Battle

The infant had been a ward of DCFS after being diagnosed with a sexually transmitted disease before mom fled 7 years ago, authorities say.

Endangered 2-Year-Old Found: Police

An armed group reportedly took the toddler and fled in a 2021 Nissan Kicks, according to reports.

2 Shot By Aramark Employee, Suspect Still At Large: UI Health

Glenn Rhymes was released after threatening a patient at gunpoint at UI Health, then shot two people in their residence, officials allege.

Knife-Wielding Suspect Prompts Shutdown Of Dirksen Building: Report

The FBI and Chicago police are investigating the incident at the Everett McKinley Dirksen United States Courthouse Tuesday.

4 Dead, Including Child, After Man Lit Building On Fire Because Ex And Friend Were Dating: Reports

The man's ex-girlfriend and friend survived the blaze, but four others — including a child and a pregnant woman — did not, reports said.

Man Dies After Being Hit In Head During Fight On CTA Platform In The Loop

It happened just before 10:30 p.m. at the Clark and Lake stop in the 100 block of West Lake Street.

Mother To Remain Held, Charged With Stabbing Her 3 Kids, 1 Fatally, In Logan Square

The assistant state's attorney said Tolbert stabbed her son, 4-year-old Jordan Wallace, 36 times.

Mom Fatally Stabbed 4-Year-Old, Wounded 2 Other Children Before Setting House On Fire: Police

Police broke out windows of the home to rescue the two older children after seeing their mother with a burning paper towel, prosecutors say.

4 Dead, 14 Wounded In Drive-By Shooting Outside Chicago Bar

Media outlets reported it happened outside a restaurant and lounge that had hosted an album release party for a rapper.

Lifeguard Killed 1 Dog, Injured Another 2 Years Before Shooting Teens: Reports

The Chicago Park District lifeguard who killed a 15-year-old and injured a 14-year-old last week has been violent before, reports said.

Shooting Of 2 Teens Leads To Charges In Chicago's Douglass Park

One teen is dead, and the other is hospitalized with critical injuries, officials siad.

Woman Charged With Driving Car Through Crowd During Chicago Anti-ICE Protest

Kemp was also cited for driving an uninsured vehicle and failing to obey police officers.

First Responders Calling For More Funding For Water Rescue Efforts In North Chicago Suburbs

North suburban Chicago rescue crews will hold a press conference on Monday morning to demand more funding for water rescue efforts.

R. Kelly Hospitalized Following Medication Overdose In Prison: Lawyers

The Chicago native is currently serving a 30-year prison sentence for his 2021 racketeering and sex trafficking conviction.

Woman Shot While Driving On Chicago's South Side

Police said the woman was taken to the University of Chicago Medical Center with gunshot wounds to the left and right calf.

8-Year-Old Found After Abduction: Chicago Police

The child was taken by his father, police said.

Chicago Police Seek Man Who Sexually Abused 2 Girls At Dearborn Park Playground

The incident happened around 7:30 p.m. on Wednesday in the 12000 block of South Plymouth Court.

Man In Custody For Impersonating Officer While Carrying Weapon During ICE Protests In The Loop

The 21-year-old man did not provide valid police credentials and was arrested.

Car Plows Through Crowd Of Anti-ICE Protesters; 66-Year-Old Injured: Police

A woman drove a car quickly down Monroe Street, which was filled with protesters, causing them to dart out of the way.

R. Kelly's Attorneys Ask Trump To Set Him Free From Prison, Accuse Feds Of Plotting To Kill Him

Kelly's attorneys filed an emergency motion on Tuesday in federal court in Chicago, claiming his life is in danger.

New Details Emerge In Fatal Accidental Shooting Of Chicago Police Officer Krystal Rivera

Judge detains Northwestern Illinois man charged in chain of events tied to the accidental fatal shooting of a Chicago police officer.

Fallen Chicago Police Officer Struck By ‘Friendly Fire’

Police have determined that fallen Officer Krystal Rivera was unintentionally shot during an encounter with armed suspects.

Chicago Police Officer Killed Overnight In Chatham Pursuing Suspect Fleeing 'Investigatory Stop:' Police

The officer, 36, was the mother of a young child and had been with CPD for four years.

Shootout Between Drivers Ends With Car Crashing Into Building On Chicago's Northwest Side

A shootout between two drivers ended with a car crashing into an apartment building in Chicago's Dunning neighborhood.

Former Chicago Police Officer Jacqueline Villasenor Pleads Guilty To Killing Husband In 2021

Villasenor was sentenced to six years and four months in prison, with credit for 1,162 days, or just over three years, already served.

Deadly Flare Found On Illinois Beach, 3 Still Missing

The U.S. Coast Guard Sector of Lake Michigan warned the public about three dangerous flares lost in the water after a military drill.

Man Accused In Chicago Loop Shooting Hid In Sidewalk Grate: Reports

The man was arrested Monday afternoon, according to reports.

Chicago Man Said 'I Did It For Gaza' After Killings: Court Documents

An Illinois man is charged with the killings of a soon-to-be-engaged couple outside a Jewish museum in Washington, D.C.

Jussie Smollett To Pay $50,000 To Charity To Settle Lawsuit Filed By City Of Chicago

Smollett filed a countersuit against the city for malicious prosecution, maintaining the attack was real.

IL Man In Custody In Connection With D.C. Museum Shooting

An Illinois man is in custody in the deaths of two Israeli Embassy staff members shot outside the Capital Jewish Museum in Washington, D.C.

Mom Stabs 7-Year-Old Boy Hiding Under Sink: Reports

The child was airlifted to Lurie Children’s Hospital and underwent surgery but remained on a ventilator Monday, according to WTTW.

Person Dies After Falling On CTA Tracks: Police

He was not hit by a train but died after falling overnight in downtown Chicago.

Driver Slams Through Wall At Midway International Airport

The crash happened just before noon on the western side of the Southwest Side airport, at 55th Street and Central Avenue.

FBI-Led Operation Arrests 205 Child Sex Abuse Offenders

The 45-year-old admitted to seeking out images of boys and girls as young as 7 years old, federal complaint

Reality Star Convicted Of Felony Burglary In Chicago: Authorities

He was sentenced to 244 days in jail with time served after stealing mail from a residential building, authorities said.

Man Escapes From Cook County Criminal Court During Hearing

Cotton had previous convictions, and a judge ordered him to be remanded into custody, the Sheriff's office said.

Driver Pleads Guilty In Crash Injured Saint Ignatius College Prep Hockey Team, Gets 22 Years

Victor Santos, from the Brooklyn borough of New York City, was sentenced to 22 years in prison after entering his plea.

Boy, 13, Charged With Carjacking Man At Gunpoint In South Chicago

Police said the teen was identified as the suspect who carjacked the 58-year-old victim in the 2600 block of East 84th Street.