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Shooting at Chicago Hospital Leads to Lockdown

Shooting at Chicago Hospital Leads to Lockdown

A shooting at a hospital in Chicago has led to its campus being placed on lockdown.
Chicago Man Charged With Murder in Death of His 88-Year-Old Mother

Chicago Man Charged With Murder in Death of His 88-Year-Old Mother

Kevan Works, 66, was arrested Tuesday and charged with one felony count of first-degree murder and one felony count of concealing the death of a person, officials said.
Illinois Bill Targets Police Facial Recognition Tech

Illinois Bill Targets Police Facial Recognition Tech

NTD’s Daniel Monaghan spoke with retired Police Chief Tom Weitzel, who is pushing back against the proposal.
Missing Missouri College Student Found Dead in Illinois After Car Discovered Abandoned

Missing Missouri College Student Found Dead in Illinois After Car Discovered Abandoned

Police say 21-year-old Melissa Oelke was located deceased days after her vehicle was found in Madison County; investigation remains ongoing.
Police Investigate Fentanyl Found in Barbie Doll Packaging at Missouri Store

Police Investigate Fentanyl Found in Barbie Doll Packaging at Missouri Store

Police have not said how the fentanyl was placed inside the packaging or whether any suspects have been identified.
DHS Says Man Charged With Murder of Chicago College Student Is a Criminal Illegal Immigrant

DHS Says Man Charged With Murder of Chicago College Student Is a Criminal Illegal Immigrant

Sheridan Gorman, 18, was shot and killed on March 19 while walking with friends along the lakefront.
18-Year-Old Loyola University Student Fatally Shot Near Chicago Campus

18-Year-Old Loyola University Student Fatally Shot Near Chicago Campus

Sheridan Gorman, 18, was shot and killed on the pier at Tobey Prinz Beach just after 1 a.m. on Thursday by an unknown assailant, campus officials said.
Pritzker Criticizes AIPAC After Pro-Israel Group Spends Heavily in Illinois Primary

Pritzker Criticizes AIPAC After Pro-Israel Group Spends Heavily in Illinois Primary

Pritzker, a Jewish Democrat, had been a major donor to AIPAC more than a decade ago.
Democratic Field Set for 2026 House Races in Illinois

Democratic Field Set for 2026 House Races in Illinois

The primary winners are widely expected to have an advantage in the general election in November.
St. Patrick’s Day Tradition: Chicago Paints River Green

St. Patrick’s Day Tradition: Chicago Paints River Green

And in Chicago on Saturday the city painted the river green in preparation for Saint Patrick’s Day, as part of its annual tradition.
Police Shooting Case Raises Questions About Illinois Justice Policies

Police Shooting Case Raises Questions About Illinois Justice Policies

A parolee in Illinois is accused of recently trying to kill four Chicago police officers.
Illinois Ticket Scores $536 Million in First Mega Millions Jackpot Win of 2026

Illinois Ticket Scores $536 Million in First Mega Millions Jackpot Win of 2026

The winner has the option to receive the $536 million prize as an annuity or as a one-time lump sum cash payout of $245.6 million.
At Least 2 Dead in Northwest Indiana After Multiple Tornadoes Sweep Across Midwest

At Least 2 Dead in Northwest Indiana After Multiple Tornadoes Sweep Across Midwest

An elderly couple was found dead in their home after a large tornado struck Lake Village in Newton County Tuesday night.
Pilot Dies as Single-Engine Plane Plunges Into Illinois Residential Area

Pilot Dies as Single-Engine Plane Plunges Into Illinois Residential Area

Authorities said it appeared the pilot was able to keep the plane from causing major damage to the homes, and no residents reported injuries.
Woman Accused in Carjacking Murder of UberEats Driver

Woman Accused in Carjacking Murder of UberEats Driver

Sandra Guerrero identified the driver as her boyfriend Daniel Figueroa who had finished a shift at Amazon and was working extra hours for Uber Eats but he never made it home.
Man Saves Baby in Chicago After Wind Blows Stroller Into Lake Michigan

Man Saves Baby in Chicago After Wind Blows Stroller Into Lake Michigan

Lio Cundiff, 30, jumped into the frigid waters to rescue the 8-month-old infant.
Federal Judge Throws Out Lawsuit Against Buffalo Wild Wings Over 'Boneless Wings'

Federal Judge Throws Out Lawsuit Against Buffalo Wild Wings Over 'Boneless Wings'

A federal judge in Illinois found that Buffalo Wild Wings (BWW) can still call "boneless wings," boneless wings.
Searchers Find Wreck of Luxury Steamer Lost in Lake Michigan More Than 150 Years Ago

Searchers Find Wreck of Luxury Steamer Lost in Lake Michigan More Than 150 Years Ago

Searchers have discovered the wreck of a luxury steamer that sank in a Lake Michigan gale in the late 19th century, completing a quest that began almost 60 years ago.
2 Pakistanis Indicted in $10 Million Health Care Fraud Scheme in Chicago

2 Pakistanis Indicted in $10 Million Health Care Fraud Scheme in Chicago

Officials say the fraud took money intended for seniors and disabled Americans.
Illinois Woman Shot 'Execution-Style' While Opening Bar She Owned: Authorities

Illinois Woman Shot 'Execution-Style' While Opening Bar She Owned: Authorities

Police say security footage and public tips helped identify suspect accused of killing the bar owner during a robbery Monday.
Shooting at Chicago Hospital Leads to Lockdown

Shooting at Chicago Hospital Leads to Lockdown

A shooting at a hospital in Chicago has led to its campus being placed on lockdown.
Chicago Man Charged With Murder in Death of His 88-Year-Old Mother

Chicago Man Charged With Murder in Death of His 88-Year-Old Mother

Kevan Works, 66, was arrested Tuesday and charged with one felony count of first-degree murder and one felony count of concealing the death of a person, officials said.
Illinois Bill Targets Police Facial Recognition Tech

Illinois Bill Targets Police Facial Recognition Tech

NTD’s Daniel Monaghan spoke with retired Police Chief Tom Weitzel, who is pushing back against the proposal.
Missing Missouri College Student Found Dead in Illinois After Car Discovered Abandoned

Missing Missouri College Student Found Dead in Illinois After Car Discovered Abandoned

Police say 21-year-old Melissa Oelke was located deceased days after her vehicle was found in Madison County; investigation remains ongoing.
Police Investigate Fentanyl Found in Barbie Doll Packaging at Missouri Store

Police Investigate Fentanyl Found in Barbie Doll Packaging at Missouri Store

Police have not said how the fentanyl was placed inside the packaging or whether any suspects have been identified.
DHS Says Man Charged With Murder of Chicago College Student Is a Criminal Illegal Immigrant

DHS Says Man Charged With Murder of Chicago College Student Is a Criminal Illegal Immigrant

Sheridan Gorman, 18, was shot and killed on March 19 while walking with friends along the lakefront.
18-Year-Old Loyola University Student Fatally Shot Near Chicago Campus

18-Year-Old Loyola University Student Fatally Shot Near Chicago Campus

Sheridan Gorman, 18, was shot and killed on the pier at Tobey Prinz Beach just after 1 a.m. on Thursday by an unknown assailant, campus officials said.
Pritzker Criticizes AIPAC After Pro-Israel Group Spends Heavily in Illinois Primary

Pritzker Criticizes AIPAC After Pro-Israel Group Spends Heavily in Illinois Primary

Pritzker, a Jewish Democrat, had been a major donor to AIPAC more than a decade ago.
Democratic Field Set for 2026 House Races in Illinois

Democratic Field Set for 2026 House Races in Illinois

The primary winners are widely expected to have an advantage in the general election in November.
St. Patrick’s Day Tradition: Chicago Paints River Green

St. Patrick’s Day Tradition: Chicago Paints River Green

And in Chicago on Saturday the city painted the river green in preparation for Saint Patrick’s Day, as part of its annual tradition.
Police Shooting Case Raises Questions About Illinois Justice Policies

Police Shooting Case Raises Questions About Illinois Justice Policies

A parolee in Illinois is accused of recently trying to kill four Chicago police officers.
Illinois Ticket Scores $536 Million in First Mega Millions Jackpot Win of 2026

Illinois Ticket Scores $536 Million in First Mega Millions Jackpot Win of 2026

The winner has the option to receive the $536 million prize as an annuity or as a one-time lump sum cash payout of $245.6 million.
At Least 2 Dead in Northwest Indiana After Multiple Tornadoes Sweep Across Midwest

At Least 2 Dead in Northwest Indiana After Multiple Tornadoes Sweep Across Midwest

An elderly couple was found dead in their home after a large tornado struck Lake Village in Newton County Tuesday night.
Pilot Dies as Single-Engine Plane Plunges Into Illinois Residential Area

Pilot Dies as Single-Engine Plane Plunges Into Illinois Residential Area

Authorities said it appeared the pilot was able to keep the plane from causing major damage to the homes, and no residents reported injuries.
Woman Accused in Carjacking Murder of UberEats Driver

Woman Accused in Carjacking Murder of UberEats Driver

Sandra Guerrero identified the driver as her boyfriend Daniel Figueroa who had finished a shift at Amazon and was working extra hours for Uber Eats but he never made it home.
Man Saves Baby in Chicago After Wind Blows Stroller Into Lake Michigan

Man Saves Baby in Chicago After Wind Blows Stroller Into Lake Michigan

Lio Cundiff, 30, jumped into the frigid waters to rescue the 8-month-old infant.
Federal Judge Throws Out Lawsuit Against Buffalo Wild Wings Over 'Boneless Wings'

Federal Judge Throws Out Lawsuit Against Buffalo Wild Wings Over 'Boneless Wings'

A federal judge in Illinois found that Buffalo Wild Wings (BWW) can still call "boneless wings," boneless wings.
Searchers Find Wreck of Luxury Steamer Lost in Lake Michigan More Than 150 Years Ago

Searchers Find Wreck of Luxury Steamer Lost in Lake Michigan More Than 150 Years Ago

Searchers have discovered the wreck of a luxury steamer that sank in a Lake Michigan gale in the late 19th century, completing a quest that began almost 60 years ago.
2 Pakistanis Indicted in $10 Million Health Care Fraud Scheme in Chicago

2 Pakistanis Indicted in $10 Million Health Care Fraud Scheme in Chicago

Officials say the fraud took money intended for seniors and disabled Americans.
Illinois Woman Shot 'Execution-Style' While Opening Bar She Owned: Authorities

Illinois Woman Shot 'Execution-Style' While Opening Bar She Owned: Authorities

Police say security footage and public tips helped identify suspect accused of killing the bar owner during a robbery Monday.