How to register to vote in Illinois for today's 2024 primary
Illinois is one of more than 20 states with same-day voter registration, which means you can register to vote when you go to the polls, whether you're voting early or on Election Day.
4 dead, 17 hurt in Chicago weekend shootings
The ages of the victims range from 16 to 45.
Mother arrested nearly 2 years after boy's body is found in suitcase in Indiana
The body of Cairo Ammar Jordan was found in 2022, in Washington County, Indiana. His mother, Dejaune Ludie Anderson, has been arrested in Los Angeles.
Gov. Pritzker announces plans to demolish, rebuild Stateville and Logan prisons
The $900 million project is part of the governor's budget proposal for next fiscal year, which still requires approval from the Illinois General Assembly.
Marquette Greenway bike trail from Chicago to Michigan moves forward
Creators said the $40 million trail will be very picturesque, including a section crossing Indiana Dunes National Park.
Waukegan city clerk charged with misconduct tied to liquor and gambling licenses
Lake County prosecutors said Janet Kilkelly provided thousands of dollars in financial support to businesses not qualified to receive them.
$45 million settlement proposed for teen left paralyzed after crash during police chase
Police chased the car Nathen Jones was in over a simple traffic offense, in violation of Chicago police pursuit policy.
Lurie Children's Hospital restoring MyChart patient portal after January cyberattack
Meantime, the hospital is investigating claims Russian hacking group Rhysida sold data they claim was taken from Lurie's systems.
Bears sign former Rams center Coleman Shelton to 1-year deal
A five-year veteran, Shelton, 28, started all 17 games last season with the Los Angeles Rams. He has played in 73 games overall in his career with 32 starts, all with the Rams.
Voters to decide on Bring Chicago Home tax referendum; what you need to know
Several business and real estate groups fought to keep votes on the referendum from being counted, but lost their court battle.
Illinois Supreme Court denies bid to halt Bring Chicago Home tax referendum
The state's highest court declined to take up an appeal of a lower court ruling allowing votes to be counted for Tuesday's ballot measure.
Woman killed, 2 people injured in 3-vehicle crash in Lake Barrington
A woman driving a Hyundai was headed north on Route 59, when she veered into oncoming traffic for an unknown reason.
Suspect in killing of boy, stabbing of pregnant woman had just gotten out of jail
CBS 2 has learned the man identified as the prime suspect in the attack, who is now in custody, has a violent history of domestic battery.
Man charged with shooting at Chicago police during standoff in Ashburn
Bradley Gallegos, 32, was charged with one felony count of attempted first-degree murder and one felony count of unlawful use of a weapon by a felon.
Real estate groups ask Illinois Supreme Court to rule on Bring Chicago Home tax referendum
The Building Owners and Managers Association of Chicago called the tax question on the March 19 ballot "blatantly unconstitutional."