During the Illinois General Assembly’s 2025 spring legislative session, state Rep. Michael Kelly, D-Chicago, introduced House Bill 2990. The measure would allow Chicago to opt out of video gaming instead of having to opt in, but the bill failed to advance out of committee.

The Illinois State of Illinois Building in Downtown Chicago has been renamed the Jesse White State of Illinois Building to honor Jesse White, the state's longest-serving Secretary of State, for his efforts as a public servant.

The crime numbers are shaping up to be the story of the summer in the city. Through this past weekend, homicides are down 30% from the same time period last year in Chicago.

The group spent over $500,000 on an advertising campaign warning residents that state legislators could resurrect a plan this fall to fund CTA.

CHICAGO, IL - SEPTEMBER 13: James Jones #89 of the Green Bay Packers catches the football for a touchdown in the first quarter against the Chicago Bears at Soldier Field on September 13, ...

Storm gave a positive indication for narcotics when sniffing the exterior of the vehicle, prompting a search by DEA agents that uncovered approximately 60 kg of suspected cocaine, as well as cash. The cocaine is estimated to be worth $1 million, Chicago Ridge police said.

There was a long-awaited homecoming and warm welcome for Illinois rescue teams who spent two weeks away from their families to help with recovery after devastating flooding in Texas.