The National Weather Service identified tornadoes in Lansing, Hazel Crest, Country Club Hills, Markham and Orland Park.

Homewood Mayor Rich Hofeld said his own driveway was blocked and people were rescued from Ford Heights building collapse.

Frontline Real Estate’s report to Will County court states progress is slow but moving at Autumn Ridge apartments in Park Forest.

Lockport Township High School Superintendent Robert McBride said the schedule change will allow students to access more academic opportunities and electives

Illinois public and charter school students will be barred from using cellphones during the school day starting in fall 2027, under a law Gov. JB Pritzker signed Tuesday.

Jermaine Crump, 30, was fatally shot at Mingles Bar and Grill in Lansing on Saturday, according to the Lake County coroner’s office.

Six suburban Chicagoans were among about 240 from across the country competing on Season 18 of NBC’s “American Ninja Warrior.”

The Illinois Federation of Teachers sued Cook County Treasurer Maria Pappas Monday to try to force her to mail property tax bills and compensate school districts for recent revenue delays.