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Multiple people injured in a large fire and gas explosion at a condominium in Chicago’s northwest suburbs earlier this month are suing a gas company and the building’s management company, alleging negligence.

The highest law enforcement officer in Lake County spent thousands of dollars at the restaurant where the gambling ring allegedly operated. FOX Chicago's Joanie Lum reports.

A possible case of hantavirus was reported in Illinois. And, Chicago City Council is considering replacing ShotSpotter. All this and more on The Chicago Report.

Despite massive pushback, Joliet leaders approved a major data center project. Now, advocates are looking to state lawmakers to pass a bill to help curtail the energy impacts across the state.

New data out today from the Labor Department proves what most of us already feel -- energy prices are surging as the war in Iran continues. 

State Sen. Bill Cunningham (D-Chicago) spoke with us about a number of key issues in Springfield, including the status of the megaprojects bill key to a new Bears stadium and another bill to put more regulations on AI models.

As gas prices surge across the country, Illinois' motor fuel tax is set to increase again on July 1. Despite calls to suspend the gas tax, Gov. JB Pritzker has not been warm to the idea.

Members of the Chicago City Council are pushing for a new gunshot detection system after Mayor Brandon Johnson ended the use of the controversial ShotSpotter program nearly two years ago.

There's a possible connection between an Indiana sheriff and a restaurant being investigated by the FBI. 

There are more hantavirus cases tied to the outbreak on a cruise ship last month as health officials are trying to prevent more spread.

Construction on Millennium Station's elevator begins Monday, which will impact users with disabilities who require ADA access to the entrance on South Water Street.

DNC officials spent part of their second day in Chicago at the United Center. The crew that ran the convention in 2024 believes they can pull it off even better this time.

Nearly two years after Chicago deactivated the gunshot detection program called ShotSpotter, some aldermen are pushing for a replacement to help police.

A UIC student athlete is being remembered after a tragic wrong-way crash on I-88 in Aurora over Mother's Day weekend.

Health officials in northern Illinois said Tuesday they're investigating a potential case of hantavirus that is not tied to the cruise ship outbreak.

A new partnership between Mariano’s and Upside aims to help Chicago shoppers save money on groceries, gas and dining expenses. 

School officials say a new smart pass system is helping monitor hallway activity and improve campus safety.