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University of Alabama Student Vanishes After Night Out in Barcelona

Fraternity brother recalls last moments before James Gracey's disappearance at Spanish nightclub

Woman Sentenced to 7 Years for 4th DUI, Serious Crash

Kathie L. Zaremba, 62, of Marengo, Illinois, received a 7-year prison sentence for her repeated drunk driving offenses.

Suburban Chicago Man Charged with Mailing Threatening Letters to Federal Judges

The 65-year-old Libertyville resident allegedly sent letters to judges in Texas and Florida.

Elgin Police Launch Podcast on 1982 Missing Woman Case

The 'Wyteria is Missing' podcast explores the mystery of Wyteria Jones, who disappeared 44 years ago

Illinois Forensic Science Commission Criticizes UIC Lab Report on Flawed DUI Test Results

The commission says the university's report fails to adequately address allegations of inaccurate cannabis DUI test results used in criminal cases.

Missing Illinois Dad Daniel Davis Found Dead After Months of Searching

The 59-year-old's body was discovered in a wooded area near Chicago after he went missing in November 2025

Remains of Missing Illinois Man Dan Davis Found After 3-Month Search

The 59-year-old's body was discovered on the border of Alsip and Blue Island, Illinois.

Chicago to Pay $500K Settlement for Man Wrongly Accused of Murder Based on ShotSpotter Data

ShotSpotter says its technology worked as designed, but police misused the data to build a case against the wrong man.

Illinois AG sues Lockport McDonald's for child labor law violations

Lawsuit alleges minors worked excessive hours without breaks

Woman Facing Robbery Charge Sues Target for Not Hiring Her

Lawsuit seeks damages and could expand to cover other applicants denied jobs due to criminal history.

Granite City Woman, Chicago-Area Man Charged With Practicing Medicine Without A License

Authorities allege the pair performed illegal dental procedures, exposing health dangers in Illinois communities.

Man Pleads Guilty to Running Massive Human Smuggling Operation

Eduardo Domingo Renoj-Matul admitted to smuggling 20,000 immigrants into the U.S. for profit

Mason City Man Pleads Guilty to Illegal Ammunition Possession

Convicted felon faces up to 15 years in prison for prohibited ammunition ownership

Peoria County sees drop in felony and juvenile cases in 2025

State's attorney reports fewer felony indictments and sharp drop in juvenile vehicle thefts, while juvenile weapons offenses ticked up slightly

Chicago Alderman Proposes Holding Parents Liable for Teen Criminal Acts

New ordinance could fine parents $1,000 if their children are involved in 'teen takeovers'

Woman charged with hiding elderly Springfield woman's death

Gena English-Wheat accused of concealing Lillie Prindle's death for months

Former Chicago Prosecutor Ordered to Testify in Wrongful Conviction Lawsuits

Kim Foxx must answer questions about meetings with lawyers who ran exoneration group and sued city at the same time, federal judge rules

Missing man last seen at O'Hare Airport, Chicago police say

Authorities search for 23-year-old Elijah Joseph Hoard who may need medical attention

Three found dead in Mason City home; no foul play suspected

Authorities investigating after three adults discovered unresponsive in residence

23-Year-Old Goes Missing After Failing to Board Flight Home to France

Elijah Hoard's dad says his son has a mental illness and was hesitant to return home after a 10-day visit.