The organization run by the Democratic wife of Illinois Gov. Bruce Rauner has sued the first-term Republican. The awkward situation during the unprecedented state budget impasse has raised eyebrows, and prompted a...
Testimony is expected to resume in the murder trial of Chicago police officer Jason Van Dyke. In the first two days of testimony, the case was dominated by officers and former officers who were at the scene in October 2014...
Testimony is expected to resume in the murder trial of Chicago police officer Jason Van Dyke.
Testimony is expected to resume in the murder trial of Chicago police officer Jason Van Dyke.
The more than $7 million Queen of Hearts raffle at the McHenry Veterans of Foreign Wars has been won.
The more than $7 million Queen of Hearts raffle at the McHenry Veterans of Foreign Wars has been won.
The wife and daughter of a central Illinois man imprisoned for murder and arson have been charged with joining the inmate to steal from a relative.
The wife and daughter of a central Illinois man imprisoned for murder and arson have been charged with joining the inmate to steal from a relative.
A former member of a Christian college football team has settled his lawsuit against the school and four of five teammates accused of attacking him.
A former member of a Christian college football team has settled his lawsuit against the school and four of five teammates accused of attacking him.
A decision by Wisconsin officials eight years ago to approve a big, new allotment of water from Lake Michigan to Pleasant Prairie is raising questions of transparency.
A decision by Wisconsin officials eight years ago to approve a big, new allotment of water from Lake Michigan to Pleasant Prairie is raising questions of transparency.
McDonald's workers are staging protests in several cities in what organizers called the first multistate strike seeking to combat sexual harassment in the workplace.
McDonald's workers are staging protests in several cities in what organizers called the first multistate strike seeking to combat sexual harassment in the workplace.
By The Associated Press
By The Associated Press
A former Marine under a death sentence for killing a sailor in Virginia has pleaded guilty to fatally attacking two young girls in a suburban Chicago park in 2005.
A former Marine under a death sentence for killing a sailor in Virginia has pleaded guilty to fatally attacking two young girls in a suburban Chicago park in 2005.
The Latest on the trial of a Chicago police officer charge with murder in the shooting of black teenager Laquan McDonald (all times local):
The Latest on the trial of a Chicago police officer charge with murder in the shooting of black teenager Laquan McDonald (all times local):
The Illinois State Fair lost nearly $210,000 on its Grandstand concerts in Springfield last month after seeing record ticket sales a year ago.
The Illinois State Fair lost nearly $210,000 on its Grandstand concerts in Springfield last month after seeing record ticket sales a year ago.
The Illinois Commerce Commission is planning a policy session on transportation electrification.
The Illinois Commerce Commission is planning a policy session on transportation electrification.
A judge has ruled a Chicago towing company that had its license pulled by the Illinois Commerce Commission can continue to operate as it appeals the decision.
A judge has ruled a Chicago towing company that had its license pulled by the Illinois Commerce Commission can continue to operate as it appeals the decision.
A scientist who warned about the environmental threat of microbeads is one of six people being honored with $250,000 cash awards from the Pittsburgh-based Heinz Family Foundation.
A scientist who warned about the environmental threat of microbeads is one of six people being honored with $250,000 cash awards from the Pittsburgh-based Heinz Family Foundation.
CHICAGO (AP) - Finally, a banner moment at Wrigley Field. The Chicago Cubs have raised their 2016 World Series championship flag, delighting a raucous crowd that waited through a rain
Mitchell Trubisky started fast, slowed down and picked it up down the stretch. Despite another inconsistent performance by their prized quarterback, the Bears pulled out their first win. Khalil Mack had one of six sacks...
The video of the Laquan McDonald shooting is so central to the murder trial of Chicago police officer Jason Van Dyke that jurors watched it at least five times during the initial day of testimony.
The video of the Laquan McDonald shooting is so central to the murder trial of Chicago police officer Jason Van Dyke that jurors watched it at least five times during the initial day of testimony.
A University of Chicago scholar who led the construction of the first nuclear reactor and helped develop the first atomic bomb has been selected as Illinois' top scientist in history in an online vote.
A University of Chicago scholar who led the construction of the first nuclear reactor and helped develop the first atomic bomb has been selected as Illinois' top scientist in history in an online vote.
Chicago Mayor Rahm Emanuel says he's proposing new measures aimed at cutting down on youth smoking, vaping and electronic cigarette use.
Chicago Mayor Rahm Emanuel says he's proposing new measures aimed at cutting down on youth smoking, vaping and electronic cigarette use.
An Illinois appellate court has upheld the dismissal of a lawsuit filed to stop a law that'll expand Medicaid and state-employee group health insurance to cover abortions.
An Illinois appellate court has upheld the dismissal of a lawsuit filed to stop a law that'll expand Medicaid and state-employee group health insurance to cover abortions.
The mother of a Chicago Public Schools student is suing the district, alleging her son was molested by another elementary school student and officials did nothing when told.
The mother of a Chicago Public Schools student is suing the district, alleging her son was molested by another elementary school student and officials did nothing when told.
The Chicago City Council's Finance Committee has given the go-ahead for a $16 million payment to the family of woman who was killed when a police officer fired at a bat-wielding teenager.
The Chicago City Council's Finance Committee has given the go-ahead for a $16 million payment to the family of woman who was killed when a police officer fired at a bat-wielding teenager.
The Latest on the New Jersey nuclear plant that shut down Monday. (all times local):
The Latest on the New Jersey nuclear plant that shut down Monday. (all times local):
A 69-year-old Chicago man has died days after he safely dropped his 7-year-old grandson from a burning apartment house to police officers.
A 69-year-old Chicago man has died days after he safely dropped his 7-year-old grandson from a burning apartment house to police officers.
Illinois House Republicans have ended campaign support for a sitting GOP lawmaker amid allegations of "harassment."
Illinois House Republicans have ended campaign support for a sitting GOP lawmaker amid allegations of "harassment."
A southern Illinois judge has thrown out a man's murder conviction in the 2014 death of a Southern Illinois University student.
A southern Illinois judge has thrown out a man's murder conviction in the 2014 death of a Southern Illinois University student.
A new report warns that warmer and wetter climate in the Midwest could lead to the displacement of some cold water fish species in southern Lake Michigan and trigger die-offs in smaller inland lakes.
A new report warns that warmer and wetter climate in the Midwest could lead to the displacement of some cold water fish species in southern Lake Michigan and trigger die-offs in smaller inland lakes.
Another Daley wants to be mayor of Chicago.
Another Daley wants to be mayor of Chicago.
A suburban Indianapolis teacher who was shot in May while tackling a student who opened fire inside his classroom threw out the ceremonial first pitch at Wrigley Field before Sunday's Chicago Cubs-Cincinnati...
A suburban Indianapolis teacher who was shot in May while tackling a student who opened fire inside his classroom threw out the ceremonial first pitch at Wrigley Field before Sunday's Chicago Cubs-Cincinnati Reds game.
The Latest on the trial of a Chicago police officer charge with murder in the shooting of black teenager Laquan McDonald (all times local):
The Latest on the trial of a Chicago police officer charge with murder in the shooting of black teenager Laquan McDonald (all times local):
An off-duty Chicago fire captain has died in an apparent drowning while attending a boat party at a Chicago harbor.
An off-duty Chicago fire captain has died in an apparent drowning while attending a boat party at a Chicago harbor.
Seats will be available to the public for the murder trial of Chicago police Officer Jason Van Dyke, if the trial is held in Cook County.
Seats will be available to the public for the murder trial of Chicago police Officer Jason Van Dyke, if the trial is held in Cook County.
America's oldest nuclear power plant, the Oyster Creek Nuclear Generating Station in New Jersey, is shutting down Monday.
America's oldest nuclear power plant, the Oyster Creek Nuclear Generating Station in New Jersey, is shutting down Monday.
A judge is expected to decide if the murder trial of a white Chicago police officer charged in the shooting death of a black teenager should be moved out of the city.
A judge is expected to decide if the murder trial of a white Chicago police officer charged in the shooting death of a black teenager should be moved out of the city.
Self-respect and empowerment will be the theme of a free "Keep It Positive" workshop for teen girls at West Aurora High School.
Self-respect and empowerment will be the theme of a free "Keep It Positive" workshop for teen girls at West Aurora High School.
The judge hearing the trial of a white Chicago police officer accused in the deadly shooting of a black teenager has presided over some of the biggest trials in the city's recent history - and he has a...
The judge hearing the trial of a white Chicago police officer accused in the deadly shooting of a black teenager has presided over some of the biggest trials in the city's recent history - and he has a reputation as a...
A California man and convicted felon is being held without bond for allegedly firing on two suburban Chicago police officers during a traffic stop.
A California man and convicted felon is being held without bond for allegedly firing on two suburban Chicago police officers during a traffic stop.
An all-terrain outdoor wheelchair is available for public use in northern Illinois.
An all-terrain outdoor wheelchair is available for public use in northern Illinois.
A suburban Chicago police officer sergeant and another man have been charged with robbing two area gas stations at gunpoint.
A suburban Chicago police officer sergeant and another man have been charged with robbing two area gas stations at gunpoint.
The driver of a car struck and killed a construction worker on a suburban Chicago interstate.
The driver of a car struck and killed a construction worker on a suburban Chicago interstate.
A California man has been charged in the shooting of a suburban Chicago officer wounded during a traffic stop.
A California man has been charged in the shooting of a suburban Chicago officer wounded during a traffic stop.
Chicago's Animal Care and Control shelter is in dire need of people willing to foster or adopt cats because more felines are coming in than the shelter can handle.
Chicago's Animal Care and Control shelter is in dire need of people willing to foster or adopt cats because more felines are coming in than the shelter can handle.
Education Secretary Betsy DeVos was campaigning against states regulating student-loan lenders when she called her friend Gov. Bruce Rauner in August 2017.
Education Secretary Betsy DeVos was campaigning against states regulating student-loan lenders when she called her friend Gov. Bruce Rauner in August 2017.
Education Secretary Betsy DeVos was campaigning against states regulating student-loan lenders when she called her friend Gov. Bruce Rauner in August 2017.
Education Secretary Betsy DeVos was campaigning against states regulating student-loan lenders when she called her friend Gov. Bruce Rauner in August 2017.
An Illinois man has been sentenced to more than seven years in prison for growing more than 200 marijuana plants inside a building he was leasing west of Chicago.
An Illinois man has been sentenced to more than seven years in prison for growing more than 200 marijuana plants inside a building he was leasing west of Chicago.
Opportunities long closed to Illinois residents with criminal records are beginning to open as employers seek new sources of talent and lawmakers bet that gainful employment will reduce recidivism.
Opportunities long closed to Illinois residents with criminal records are beginning to open as employers seek new sources of talent and lawmakers bet that gainful employment will reduce recidivism.
Officials say people will be able to board airplanes using current Illinois driver's licenses and ID cards even though the state won't be in full compliance with the federal Real ID law by next month's...
Officials say people will be able to board airplanes using current Illinois driver's licenses and ID cards even though the state won't be in full compliance with the federal Real ID law by next month's deadline.
The trial of a Chicago police officer facing murder charges in the shooting of a black teen shines a spotlight on a troubled force that has been accused of racial bias, excessive force and a code of silence.
The trial of a Chicago police officer facing murder charges in the shooting of a black teen shines a spotlight on a troubled force that has been accused of racial bias, excessive force and a code of silence.
A southern Illinois man convicted in the shooting death of his wife has been sentenced to 67 years in prison.
A southern Illinois man convicted in the shooting death of his wife has been sentenced to 67 years in prison.
Union organizers at two Virginia newspapers say they have won voluntary recognition of their union from management.
Union organizers at two Virginia newspapers say they have won voluntary recognition of their union from management.
A large pile of shredded rubber caught fire on Chicago's South Side, sending flames and a huge plume of black smoke rising into the sky.
A large pile of shredded rubber caught fire on Chicago's South Side, sending flames and a huge plume of black smoke rising into the sky.
A factory and several homes were evacuated after fire broke out at an agriculture business in rural northern Illinois.
A factory and several homes were evacuated after fire broke out at an agriculture business in rural northern Illinois.
A southern Illinois man has been convicted of fatally shooting his parents more than a year ago.
A southern Illinois man has been convicted of fatally shooting his parents more than a year ago.
Republican Gov. Bruce Rauner's campaign has hit the Illinois airwaves with a new claim that Democratic challenger J.B. Pritzker wants to tax drivers for the mileage they log by using a tracking device.
Republican Gov. Bruce Rauner's campaign has hit the Illinois airwaves with a new claim that Democratic challenger J.B. Pritzker wants to tax drivers for the mileage they log by using a tracking device.
Chicago attorneys and a surfing organization have told a judge that a proposed federal settlement over U.S. Steel's repeated chemical spills into Lake Michigan is inadequate.
Chicago attorneys and a surfing organization have told a judge that a proposed federal settlement over U.S. Steel's repeated chemical spills into Lake Michigan is inadequate.
An official is hailing a licensed gun owner who joined suburban Chicago police in a shootout with a man suspected of shooting an officer.
An official is hailing a licensed gun owner who joined suburban Chicago police in a shootout with a man suspected of shooting an officer.
The Latest on the trial of Chicago police officer charged with murder in the shooting of black teenager Laquan McDonald (all times local):
The Latest on the trial of Chicago police officer charged with murder in the shooting of black teenager Laquan McDonald (all times local):
Lawyers of an Illinois man exonerated of murder charges say he deserves a chance to present his case against a town and three former officers.
Lawyers of an Illinois man exonerated of murder charges say he deserves a chance to present his case against a town and three former officers.
The Agriculture Department says Bob Evans Farms is recalling nearly 47,000 pounds (21,318 kilograms) of pork sausage links because it might contain pieces of plastic.
The Agriculture Department says Bob Evans Farms is recalling nearly 47,000 pounds (21,318 kilograms) of pork sausage links because it might contain pieces of plastic.
An Illinois man is charged with driving drunk and causing the death of a passenger in a Wisconsin crash.
An Illinois man is charged with driving drunk and causing the death of a passenger in a Wisconsin crash.
The city of Chicago has joined 19 other local governments in a legal brief supporting Planned Parenthood's challenge of federal changes to funding requirements.
The city of Chicago has joined 19 other local governments in a legal brief supporting Planned Parenthood's challenge of federal changes to funding requirements.
A group raising money for a 12-foot-tall (3.7-meter-tall) statue honoring author Ray Bradbury has almost reached its goal.
A group raising money for a 12-foot-tall (3.7-meter-tall) statue honoring author Ray Bradbury has almost reached its goal.
Defense attorneys are expected to announce if they want a jury or a judge to hear the murder trial of a Chicago police officer who fatally shot Laquan McDonald.
Defense attorneys are expected to announce if they want a jury or a judge to hear the murder trial of a Chicago police officer who fatally shot Laquan McDonald.
A Chicago man who served time in prison for the murder of a girlfriend has been convicted in the death of another woman, an ex-girlfriend.
A Chicago man who served time in prison for the murder of a girlfriend has been convicted in the death of another woman, an ex-girlfriend.
The husband of a woman who was killed along a little-traveled suburban Chicago road in 1973 has been sentenced to 75 years in prison.
The husband of a woman who was killed along a little-traveled suburban Chicago road in 1973 has been sentenced to 75 years in prison.
A suburban Chicago police officer has been shot while conducting an investigation on the city's southwest side.
A suburban Chicago police officer has been shot while conducting an investigation on the city's southwest side.
The Latest on the trial of Chicago Police officer charged with murder in the shooting of black teenager Laquan McDonald (all times local):
The Latest on the trial of Chicago Police officer charged with murder in the shooting of black teenager Laquan McDonald (all times local):
The Latest on the release of a new plan to reform Chicago police (all times local):
The Latest on the release of a new plan to reform Chicago police (all times local):
A humbled Gov. Bruce Rauner is promising a different kind of governor in a second term.
A humbled Gov. Bruce Rauner is promising a different kind of governor in a second term.
A federal appeals court has upheld Illinois' campaign contribution limits.
A federal appeals court has upheld Illinois' campaign contribution limits.
A University of Illinois report suggests that the school consider adopting a new sports mascot to help quell ongoing turmoil over the 2007 decision to do away with its longtime Chief Illiniwek portrayal.
A University of Illinois report suggests that the school consider adopting a new sports mascot to help quell ongoing turmoil over the 2007 decision to do away with its longtime Chief Illiniwek portrayal.
Two inmates who escaped from an Alabama jail have been captured in Illinois.
Two inmates who escaped from an Alabama jail have been captured in Illinois.
Chicago's mayor and Illinois' attorney general have unveiled an updated plan to reform the city's police, vowing permanent changes within the 12,000-officer force.
Chicago's mayor and Illinois' attorney general have unveiled an updated plan to reform the city's police, vowing permanent changes within the 12,000-officer force.
The owner of the Willis Tower has unveiled a five-level expansion project designed to lure thousands of additional visitors to Chicago's tallest building each day.
The owner of the Willis Tower has unveiled a five-level expansion project designed to lure thousands of additional visitors to Chicago's tallest building each day.
The last two jurors in the murder trial of a white Chicago police officer charged in the 2014 shooting death of black teen Laquan McDonald have been selected.
The last two jurors in the murder trial of a white Chicago police officer charged in the 2014 shooting death of black teen Laquan McDonald have been selected.
Federal prosecutors have added three Illinois girls as victims in a criminal case against Detroit-area doctors accused of female genital mutilation.
Federal prosecutors have added three Illinois girls as victims in a criminal case against Detroit-area doctors accused of female genital mutilation.
Volunteers have been distributing bottled water around a southern Illinois community after a water main break left its taps dry.
Volunteers have been distributing bottled water around a southern Illinois community after a water main break left its taps dry.
A man has been charged with aggravated battery after authorities say he stabbed another man during an argument near a parking area at Chicago's O'Hare International Airport.
A man has been charged with aggravated battery after authorities say he stabbed another man during an argument near a parking area at Chicago's O'Hare International Airport.
The Illinois Environmental Protection Agency has announced household hazardous waste collection dates.
The Illinois Environmental Protection Agency has announced household hazardous waste collection dates.
An Illinois judge convicted of fraud earlier this year is stepping down from the bench.
An Illinois judge convicted of fraud earlier this year is stepping down from the bench.
A former University of Illinois student who was suicidal and wanted police to shoot him has been sentenced to two years of probation.
A former University of Illinois student who was suicidal and wanted police to shoot him has been sentenced to two years of probation.
A California man has been sentenced to 35 years in prison for taking part in a drug-trafficking ring that used Amtrak trains to ship heroin and cocaine to Chicago from Los Angeles.
A California man has been sentenced to 35 years in prison for taking part in a drug-trafficking ring that used Amtrak trains to ship heroin and cocaine to Chicago from Los Angeles.
A 30-year-old has been sentenced to 10 years in an Illinois prison for selling fentanyl-laced heroin that killed a suburban Chicago man.
A 30-year-old has been sentenced to 10 years in an Illinois prison for selling fentanyl-laced heroin that killed a suburban Chicago man.
Periodic 20-minute closures of northbound and southbound lanes of Interstate 65 are scheduled to occur early Friday, weather permitting.
Periodic 20-minute closures of northbound and southbound lanes of Interstate 65 are scheduled to occur early Friday, weather permitting.
Illinois regulators have stripped Lincoln Towing Service of its license to operate in the state.
Illinois regulators have stripped Lincoln Towing Service of its license to operate in the state.
Gary Police say an officer has shot and killed a man who fired a weapon at officers.
Gary Police say an officer has shot and killed a man who fired a weapon at officers.
Longtime Democratic Rep. Luis Gutierrez isn't joining the potentially crowded race for Chicago mayor, but says he'll support the candidate who forced outgoing Mayor Rahm Emanuel into a runoff election in 2015.
Longtime Democratic Rep. Luis Gutierrez isn't joining the potentially crowded race for Chicago mayor, but says he'll support the candidate who forced outgoing Mayor Rahm Emanuel into a runoff election in 2015.
A central Illinois Catholic priest has been removed from ministry after church officials say he misused money from two parishes and pornography was found among his possessions.
A central Illinois Catholic priest has been removed from ministry after church officials say he misused money from two parishes and pornography was found among his possessions.
A woman who drives for FedEx has become the first African American chosen to sit on the jury in the murder trial of a white Chicago police officer charged in the shooting death of black teenager Laquan McDonald.
A woman who drives for FedEx has become the first African American chosen to sit on the jury in the murder trial of a white Chicago police officer charged in the shooting death of black teenager Laquan McDonald.
The University of Illinois says it has a system-wide record number of students enrolled for the fall semester, including an eighth straight year of record enrollment at its main campus in Champaign-Urbana.
The University of Illinois says it has a system-wide record number of students enrolled for the fall semester, including an eighth straight year of record enrollment at its main campus in Champaign-Urbana.
McDonald's workers are going on strike next week.
McDonald's workers are going on strike next week.
Police say a man stabbed and wounded another man during an argument near a parking area at Chicago's O'Hare International Airport.
Police say a man stabbed and wounded another man during an argument near a parking area at Chicago's O'Hare International Airport.
A bankruptcy auction of two Peoria hotels was called off after the effort attracted no bidders.
A bankruptcy auction of two Peoria hotels was called off after the effort attracted no bidders.
Jury selection is expected to resume in the murder trial of Chicago police officer Jason Van Dyke after the effort was called off for a day due to a scheduling conflict for the judge.
Jury selection is expected to resume in the murder trial of Chicago police officer Jason Van Dyke after the effort was called off for a day due to a scheduling conflict for the judge.
Democrats are counting on an unusual crop of candidates as they try to recapture control of the House and win more leverage against President Donald Trump: people who have never done anything like this before.
Democrats are counting on an unusual crop of candidates as they try to recapture control of the House and win more leverage against President Donald Trump: people who have never done anything like this before.
The U.S. military says human remains found decades ago on a Pacific island have been identified as those of a U.S. Marine from northwestern Indiana who died in a World War II battle against Japanese forces.
The U.S. military says human remains found decades ago on a Pacific island have been identified as those of a U.S. Marine from northwestern Indiana who died in a World War II battle against Japanese forces.
Authorities say they have yet to determine the cause of death of a woman, whose body was found in a South Side Chicago garbage bin.
Authorities say they have yet to determine the cause of death of a woman, whose body was found in a South Side Chicago garbage bin.
A former northwestern Indiana city councilman has been sentenced to 20 years in prison for fatally shooting a man he owed a drug debt to.
A former northwestern Indiana city councilman has been sentenced to 20 years in prison for fatally shooting a man he owed a drug debt to.
By The Associated Press
By The Associated Press
A federal reports shows that a Veterans Affairs hospital in eastern Illinois is having trouble filling many of its health care jobs.
A federal reports shows that a Veterans Affairs hospital in eastern Illinois is having trouble filling many of its health care jobs.
A power company is looking to wall off Illinois' only national scenic river with rocks instead of removing toxic waste seeping into the water.
A power company is looking to wall off Illinois' only national scenic river with rocks instead of removing toxic waste seeping into the water.
Japanese drugmaker Takeda says it is closing its U.S. headquarters in suburban Chicago with about 1,000 employees and moving its functions to the Boston area.
Japanese drugmaker Takeda says it is closing its U.S. headquarters in suburban Chicago with about 1,000 employees and moving its functions to the Boston area.
A semitrailer slammed into a suburban Chicago apartment building, leading to a nearly three-hour effort to free the driver from the wreckage.
A semitrailer slammed into a suburban Chicago apartment building, leading to a nearly three-hour effort to free the driver from the wreckage.
An infant who died after his mother delivered him in a college dormitory bathtub in 2016 has been laid to rest in northern Indiana.
An infant who died after his mother delivered him in a college dormitory bathtub in 2016 has been laid to rest in northern Indiana.
A shooting near a high school on Chicago's South Side has left three teenagers seriously injured.
A shooting near a high school on Chicago's South Side has left three teenagers seriously injured.
A strike targeting 25 downtown Chicago hotels is entering a fifth day as housekeepers, cooks and others remain off the job.
A strike targeting 25 downtown Chicago hotels is entering a fifth day as housekeepers, cooks and others remain off the job.
A new study has determined that taking civilian complaints more seriously could substantially reduce the most serious cases of police misconduct and the costs to Chicago taxpayers from legal settlements.
A new study has determined that taking civilian complaints more seriously could substantially reduce the most serious cases of police misconduct and the costs to Chicago taxpayers from legal settlements.
Jury selection is set to resume Tuesday for the murder trial of Chicago police officer Jason Van Dyke, who shot black teenager Laquan McDonald 16 times in 2014.
Jury selection is set to resume Tuesday for the murder trial of Chicago police officer Jason Van Dyke, who shot black teenager Laquan McDonald 16 times in 2014.
A northern Illinois man has been sent to prison for sexually abusing and assaulting several female relatives.
A northern Illinois man has been sent to prison for sexually abusing and assaulting several female relatives.
The Illinois Tollway invites high school students to compete for the chance to have their art appear on the cover of the 2019 Tollway map.
The Illinois Tollway invites high school students to compete for the chance to have their art appear on the cover of the 2019 Tollway map.
Periodic 20-minute closures of northbound and southbound lanes of Interstate 65 are scheduled to occur early Wednesday, weather permitting.
Periodic 20-minute closures of northbound and southbound lanes of Interstate 65 are scheduled to occur early Wednesday, weather permitting.
Three Chicago teenagers are reported in critical condition after being shot near a South Side high school.
Three Chicago teenagers are reported in critical condition after being shot near a South Side high school.
A coroner's office says the body of 20-year-old man has been found nearly two weeks after his kayak capsized in Lake Michigan north of Chicago.
A coroner's office says the body of 20-year-old man has been found nearly two weeks after his kayak capsized in Lake Michigan north of Chicago.
Police say a suspect was wounded in barrage of gunfire involving police officers outside a Burger King restaurant in suburban Chicago.
Police say a suspect was wounded in barrage of gunfire involving police officers outside a Burger King restaurant in suburban Chicago.
The Latest on the trial of a Chicago police officer in the shooting death of black teenager Laquan McDonald (all times local):
The Latest on the trial of a Chicago police officer in the shooting death of black teenager Laquan McDonald (all times local):
Officials say a man was badly injured in a Chicago apartment house fire after safely dropping his 7-year-old grandson to police officers from a second-floor window.
Officials say a man was badly injured in a Chicago apartment house fire after safely dropping his 7-year-old grandson to police officers from a second-floor window.
Illinois Attorney General Lisa Madigan joined counterparts from seven states to sue the Interior Department for rolling back protections for waterfowl, songbirds and other migratory birds.
Illinois Attorney General Lisa Madigan joined counterparts from seven states to sue the Interior Department for rolling back protections for waterfowl, songbirds and other migratory birds.
A western Illinois housing authority is receiving $1 million to remove lead-based paint from the city's public housing.
A western Illinois housing authority is receiving $1 million to remove lead-based paint from the city's public housing.
Attorneys are expected to start questioning possible jurors in the trial of a Chicago police officer charged with first-degree murder in the 2014 shooting death of black teenager Laquan McDonald.
Attorneys are expected to start questioning possible jurors in the trial of a Chicago police officer charged with first-degree murder in the 2014 shooting death of black teenager Laquan McDonald.
Aaron Rodgers threw three touchdown passes in the second half after returning from a knee injury, and the Green Bay Packers overcame a 20-point deficit for a thrilling 24-23 win over the Chicago Bears on Sunday night.
Aaron Rodgers threw three touchdown passes in the second half after returning from a knee injury, and the Green Bay Packers overcame a 20-point deficit for a thrilling 24-23 win over the Chicago Bears on Sunday night.
People can get a feel for struggles facing the world's refugees at an interactive exhibit in downtown Minneapolis.
People can get a feel for struggles facing the world's refugees at an interactive exhibit in downtown Minneapolis.
Ford says it won't be moving production of a hatchback vehicle to the United States from China - despite President Donald Trump's claim that his taxes on Chinese imports mean the Focus Active can be built...
Ford says it won't be moving production of a hatchback vehicle to the United States from China - despite President Donald Trump's claim that his taxes on Chinese imports mean the Focus Active can be built in America.
Gov. Bruce Rauner has declared a "harvest emergency" to help crop-hauling Illinois farmers compete with those in neighboring states.
Gov. Bruce Rauner has declared a "harvest emergency" to help crop-hauling Illinois farmers compete with those in neighboring states.
A Springfield police officer's idea to offer free haircuts developed into a community back-to-school soiree.
A Springfield police officer's idea to offer free haircuts developed into a community back-to-school soiree.
Lynda La Plante's 1980s British crime series "Widows" had a curious hold of filmmaker Steve McQueen as a 13-year-old boy.
Lynda La Plante's 1980s British crime series "Widows" had a curious hold of filmmaker Steve McQueen as a 13-year-old boy.
A joint news investigation has found that deadly blood infections persist in Illinois' understaffed nursing homes.
A joint news investigation has found that deadly blood infections persist in Illinois' understaffed nursing homes.
An Indiana city and an Illinois community that once clashed in federal court over a water rate dispute have signed a new drinking water agreement.
An Indiana city and an Illinois community that once clashed in federal court over a water rate dispute have signed a new drinking water agreement.
A family-owned grocery store business in southern Illinois is closing its doors after operating continuously for more than 155 years.
A family-owned grocery store business in southern Illinois is closing its doors after operating continuously for more than 155 years.
The remains of an Illinois native shot down over Germany 74 years ago during World War II have been identified.
The remains of an Illinois native shot down over Germany 74 years ago during World War II have been identified.
A wealthy stock trader is being charged in the death of a young man who was helping him dig secret tunnels under his Maryland home.
A wealthy stock trader is being charged in the death of a young man who was helping him dig secret tunnels under his Maryland home.
Mike Trout homered twice and drove in five runs, and the Los Angeles Angels beat the Chicago White Sox 12-3 on Saturday night.
Mike Trout homered twice and drove in five runs, and the Los Angeles Angels beat the Chicago White Sox 12-3 on Saturday night.
A judge has sentenced a Springfield woman to an extra six months in prison after learning a letter of support she submitted to the court was falsified.
A judge has sentenced a Springfield woman to an extra six months in prison after learning a letter of support she submitted to the court was falsified.
The National Weather Service is warning people about dangerously high waves and flooding along the Lake Michigan shoreline.
The National Weather Service is warning people about dangerously high waves and flooding along the Lake Michigan shoreline.
Chicago's declining taxi industry is hoping for some legislative help as it struggles to survive in the age of ride-sharing companies like Uber and Lyft.
Chicago's declining taxi industry is hoping for some legislative help as it struggles to survive in the age of ride-sharing companies like Uber and Lyft.
Roman Catholics in the U.S. are raising their voices in prayer and protest to demand change amid new revelations of sex abuse by priests and allegations of widespread cover-ups.
Roman Catholics in the U.S. are raising their voices in prayer and protest to demand change amid new revelations of sex abuse by priests and allegations of widespread cover-ups.
A portion of Interstate 74 has been renamed in memory of an Illinois State Police officer killed in a car crash.
A portion of Interstate 74 has been renamed in memory of an Illinois State Police officer killed in a car crash.
Officials say attendance at this year's Illinois State Fair declined 8 percent from last year.
Officials say attendance at this year's Illinois State Fair declined 8 percent from last year.
A winning Powerball lottery ticket sold in northwestern Indiana will expire Monday if the $50,000 prize goes unclaimed.
A winning Powerball lottery ticket sold in northwestern Indiana will expire Monday if the $50,000 prize goes unclaimed.
The New York attorney general's new investigation into clergy sex abuse allegations in the Roman Catholic Church could be massive.
The New York attorney general's new investigation into clergy sex abuse allegations in the Roman Catholic Church could be massive.
Former presidential aide Valerie Jarrett says she will not join the political scrum developing to replace Chicago Mayor Rahm Emanuel.
Former presidential aide Valerie Jarrett says she will not join the political scrum developing to replace Chicago Mayor Rahm Emanuel.
Former President Barack Obama has made a campaign stop with Democratic candidate for Illinois governor J.B. Pritzker and his running mate, state Rep. Juliana Stratton.
Former President Barack Obama has made a campaign stop with Democratic candidate for Illinois governor J.B. Pritzker and his running mate, state Rep. Juliana Stratton.
Two Chicago police officers are accused of accepting thousands of dollars in bribes from a suburban attorney-referral service for contact information of people recently involved in traffic accidents.
Two Chicago police officers are accused of accepting thousands of dollars in bribes from a suburban attorney-referral service for contact information of people recently involved in traffic accidents.
A Las Vegas man has been charged with first-degree murder in the death of his 6-year-old daughter whose remains were found in an Illinois garage last year.
A Las Vegas man has been charged with first-degree murder in the death of his 6-year-old daughter whose remains were found in an Illinois garage last year.
The Latest on former President Barack Obama (all times local):
The Latest on former President Barack Obama (all times local):
A proposal to decriminalize marijuana in Gary fell one vote short of passage amid concerns that it would overstep Indiana law.
A proposal to decriminalize marijuana in Gary fell one vote short of passage amid concerns that it would overstep Indiana law.
Six people - one of them a firefighter - have been injured in an apartment fire on Chicago's South Side that officials say may have been deliberately set.
Six people - one of them a firefighter - have been injured in an apartment fire on Chicago's South Side that officials say may have been deliberately set.
Former President Barack Obama is stepping into the midterm battle. Obama is set to speak Friday as he accepts an ethics in government award in Illinois.
Former President Barack Obama is stepping into the midterm battle. Obama is set to speak Friday as he accepts an ethics in government award in Illinois.
Workers are picketing outside several downtown Chicago hotels as housekeepers, servers, cooks and others participate in a strike as part of an effort to get better benefits.
Workers are picketing outside several downtown Chicago hotels as housekeepers, servers, cooks and others participate in a strike as part of an effort to get better benefits.
Several workers at a Chicago seniors' home are accused of stealing more than $600,000 from a 97-year-old resident suffering from dementia.
Several workers at a Chicago seniors' home are accused of stealing more than $600,000 from a 97-year-old resident suffering from dementia.
College-bound students and their families now can consult an online program to determine the post-graduate economics of attending school in Illinois.
College-bound students and their families now can consult an online program to determine the post-graduate economics of attending school in Illinois.
Northwestern University has set a new target for its five-year capital campaign after reaching its original goal months early.
Northwestern University has set a new target for its five-year capital campaign after reaching its original goal months early.
The Chicago Teachers Union has chosen a new president and vice president.
The Chicago Teachers Union has chosen a new president and vice president.
U.S. Attorney General Jeff Sessions told an event for Chicago police that heeding the advice of those he dubbed "radicals" when it comes to police policy results in higher rates of violent crime.
U.S. Attorney General Jeff Sessions told an event for Chicago police that heeding the advice of those he dubbed "radicals" when it comes to police policy results in higher rates of violent crime.
A Colorado coroner has confirmed that a body found in Rocky Mountain National Park is a hiker from Illinois.
A Colorado coroner has confirmed that a body found in Rocky Mountain National Park is a hiker from Illinois.
An Illinois judge who lost a bid to overturn her fraud conviction has dropped her attempt to seek retention in November.
An Illinois judge who lost a bid to overturn her fraud conviction has dropped her attempt to seek retention in November.
Police says a 22-year-old Indiana woman is facing neglect charges in the shooting death of her 2-year-old daughter .
Police says a 22-year-old Indiana woman is facing neglect charges in the shooting death of her 2-year-old daughter .
Republican and Democratic lawmakers are pressing the Environmental Protection Agency to act faster to bring more hazardous chemicals and substances under regulation in the U.S.
Republican and Democratic lawmakers are pressing the Environmental Protection Agency to act faster to bring more hazardous chemicals and substances under regulation in the U.S.
A former Illinois House leader has been cleared of sexual harassment by the legislative inspector general.
A former Illinois House leader has been cleared of sexual harassment by the legislative inspector general.
Authorities say a stolen car being chased by police slammed into a fuel tanker truck in southwestern Illinois, killing the two men inside the car.
Authorities say a stolen car being chased by police slammed into a fuel tanker truck in southwestern Illinois, killing the two men inside the car.
The Latest on the trial of a Chicago police officer in the shooting death of black teenager Laquan McDonald (all times local):
The Latest on the trial of a Chicago police officer in the shooting death of black teenager Laquan McDonald (all times local):
Chicago has agreed in talks on far-reaching police reforms to require that officers file paperwork each time they point a gun at someone, even if they don't fire.
Chicago has agreed in talks on far-reaching police reforms to require that officers file paperwork each time they point a gun at someone, even if they don't fire.
Police say two people were killed in a crash involving a Cook County sheriff's squad car in Chicago's northern suburbs.
Police say two people were killed in a crash involving a Cook County sheriff's squad car in Chicago's northern suburbs.
Authorities have found a man's body in the Mississippi River in the St. Louis area.
Authorities have found a man's body in the Mississippi River in the St. Louis area.
The Olivet Nazarene University Marching Band will perform in Rome on New Year's Day 2020.
The Olivet Nazarene University Marching Band will perform in Rome on New Year's Day 2020.
Astronaut Jim Lovell will be the recipient this week of a lifetime achievement award from Chicago's Adler Planetarium.
Astronaut Jim Lovell will be the recipient this week of a lifetime achievement award from Chicago's Adler Planetarium.
A judge could soon decide whether to revoke or increase the bond for a white Chicago police officer charged with murder in the shooting death of black teenager Laquan McDonald.
A judge could soon decide whether to revoke or increase the bond for a white Chicago police officer charged with murder in the shooting death of black teenager Laquan McDonald.
The question for voters now that Mayor Rahm Emanuel is not seeking re-election is: Who, if anyone, can repair Chicago?
The question for voters now that Mayor Rahm Emanuel is not seeking re-election is: Who, if anyone, can repair Chicago?
A central Illinois man faces up to 30 years in prison for beating his 18-month-old niece while babysitting her last summer.
A central Illinois man faces up to 30 years in prison for beating his 18-month-old niece while babysitting her last summer.
A public visitation will be held this weekend for former Naperville Mayor George Pradel, who led the Chicago suburb through enormous growth during two decades in office.
A public visitation will be held this weekend for former Naperville Mayor George Pradel, who led the Chicago suburb through enormous growth during two decades in office.
The next mayor of Chicago will take over a city that is deeply divided by race and class, a decades-long problem that critics say only grew more pronounced during Mayor Rahm Emanuel's two terms in office.
The next mayor of Chicago will take over a city that is deeply divided by race and class, a decades-long problem that critics say only grew more pronounced during Mayor Rahm Emanuel's two terms in office.
The lone remaining environmental group facing racketeering accusations by the developer of the Dakota Access oil pipeline has asked a federal judge to be dismissed from the case.
The lone remaining environmental group facing racketeering accusations by the developer of the Dakota Access oil pipeline has asked a federal judge to be dismissed from the case.
The Latest on the trial of a Chicago police officer in the shooting death of black teenager Laquan McDonald (all times local):
The Latest on the trial of a Chicago police officer in the shooting death of black teenager Laquan McDonald (all times local):
A central Illinois man has pleaded guilty to murder charges in the death of a man during a kidnapping that authorities say stemmed from trying to steal money from recent lottery winnings.
A central Illinois man has pleaded guilty to murder charges in the death of a man during a kidnapping that authorities say stemmed from trying to steal money from recent lottery winnings.
A central Illinois city has approved settling two lawsuits accusing police of wrongdoing for a combined $3.7 million.
A central Illinois city has approved settling two lawsuits accusing police of wrongdoing for a combined $3.7 million.
Enrollment is continuing a steep decline at Southern Illinois University's Carbondale campus, with nearly 12 percent fewer students this fall semester.
Enrollment is continuing a steep decline at Southern Illinois University's Carbondale campus, with nearly 12 percent fewer students this fall semester.
Police say a 2-year-old girl has been critically wounded in a shooting in northwestern Indiana.
Police say a 2-year-old girl has been critically wounded in a shooting in northwestern Indiana.
