Six dogs found dead in bags in Chicago suburb: 'Deeply disturbing'

Authorities in Will County are investigating the torture and killing of six dogs whose bodies were found discarded in trash bags.

Former Chicago-area teacher charged with soliciting minor
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A former Plainfield District 202 teacher has been arrested on multiple felony charges involving alleged inappropriate conduct with a minor.

Bomb threat reported at home of Pope Leo's brother in Chicago suburb
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Police in suburban Chicago are investigating an unfounded bomb threat directed at the home of Pope Leo's brother. It comes following a recent public exchange between the pope and President Trump.

Bomb threat reported at home of Pope Leo's brother in Chicago suburb, police investigating

Police in suburban Chicago are investigating an unfounded bomb threat directed at the home of Pope Leo's brother. It comes following a recent public exchange between the pope and President Trump.

Illinois woman paralyzed in I-55 crash secures $60 million settlement

A 31-year-old Minooka woman secured a $60 million settlement after a 2022 crash on Interstate 55 near Renwick Road, where attorneys say unsafe road construction conditions led to a rollover that left her paralyzed.

Minooka woman awarded $60M after crash leaves her paralyzed
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Attorney Brad Cosgrove discusses the $60 million settlement for Sarah Grasser, who was paralyzed after a construction-related crash on Interstate 55 in Will County.

Illinois data center boom tied to rising utility bills, experts say

A surge in data centers across Illinois is being linked to rising water and electric bills for residents. Here's what you should know.

3 shot near Joliet apartment complex
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Joliet police said three people were shot near an apartment complex Thursday night.

I-80 crash leaves driver dead, lane closures in Joliet, police say

A single-car crash on Interstate 80 in southwest suburban Joliet on Monday afternoon left one person dead and lanes of traffic shut down.