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On National Missing Children's Day, authorities are asking the public if they have information on the children. "No detail is too small."
A lawsuit claims the village has failed to pay overtime for 10 years, which is costing Mokena taxpayers $30,000 in interest per month.
The patio at the Grayslake martini and wine bar features 100 seats and opens in June five years after owner Mike Pruitt started dreaming.
As the nation pauses to honor veterans, communities around the greater Chicago area will host events to commemorate fallen heroes.
The Canadian rocker known for 1995's "Jagged Little Pill" joins country music star Tim McGraw as the main musical attractions at the fair.
The man was found stuck in his car at a Danville clinic after police said he backed into the entrance and had several containers of gas.
Neil Anderson, a Republican, said violence would come from "dads like me" if more businesses offered bathrooms open to both men and women.
Five hospitals were ranked by Newsweek as being five-star facilities for delivery services while another 15 received a four-star ranking.
Connor Kirkpatrick, who faces charges in connection with driving an SUV into a local home last summer, now faces aggravated arson charges.
Adam Hollingsworth had been told by Hammond Police he could not have a horse and police said he assaulted an officer when he was stopped.
Witnesses told police about 20 shots were fired as congregants were talking after services at Love & Deliverance International Ministries.
Local veterans who served and sacrificed for the country will be honored with 22 banners before a ceremony will be held on Memorial Day.
Chicago Police are still working to determine if anything was stolen after the large group broke into the post office's main entrance.
The Chicago Golf Club in Wheaton again ranked as the 13th-best course in the U.S., topping the list of top golf destinations in Illinois.
Megan Mawicke, who spent 20 years in TV news, will be part of a new lifestyle TV show that allows her to showcase her beloved home turf.
More than three years later, the federal public health emergency for the COVID-19 pandemic is coming to an end. Here's what it means for IL.
Denise Solarzano, 26, was ordered held on $800,000 bond after the attacks despite having no criminal record
There are plenty of spaces to enjoy a cold brew with family and friends, many which offer stunning views and relaxing outdoor environments.
La Grange native Joey Santore says he never expected to come across a 60-pound snapping turtle while kayaking down the Chicago River.
Police said Areanah Preston, 24, exchanged gunfire with the teens, but was fatally shot and had her gun taken by one of her killers.
