Advocates estimate 1.7 million Illinoisans with past convictions stand to benefit from “Clean Slate” bill that would accelerate the sealing of many criminal convictions from employers.

A record number of Americans are traveling this Thanksgiving, bringing congestion to roads, airports and train stations in the Chicago metro area.

Explore Illinois seafood buffets where generous spreads, fresh flavors, and endless plates make it easy to eat your fill and still go back for another serving.

A Chicago man is facing criminal charges after state police say he threatened an Illinois state senator. A woman with a connection to White House Press Secretary Karoline Leavitt has been arrested as part of President Donald Trump's crackdown on immigration.

Feds say the state should finish oversight of removing liquid asphalt from the Chicago Sanitary and Ship Canal after massive spill.

Chicago soul food favorites that locals trust for deep comfort, big portions, and flavors that feel like family traditions.

A Chicago city inspector was arrested after he was accused of making threats toward a state senator, according to Illinois State Police and state Sen. Andrew Chesney.

Conservative Republican state Sen. Andrew Chesney was the target of a Chicago city employee who threatened in emails that he would “cave your fu−−−−− teeth in” among other menacing

Trump reacts to Chicago violence Weekend violence in Chicago’s Loop has drawn the attention of President Donald Trump. A teenager was killed and eight other people were injured in two shootings Friday,