Man arrested for spray-painting anti-Trump, anti-Israel graffiti on Carol Stream police station, businesses

A man has been charged with a hate crime after allegedly spray-painting profane graffiti on the Carol Stream Police Station and two nearby businesses on Thursday, according to authorities.

Illinois Lottery player wins $1M Powerball prize

A lucky Illinois Lottery player woke up a millionaire after buying a winning Powerball ticket.

Aurora man charged after home invasion, attack and police chase

Aurora police say a man entered a home, attacked a woman and boy, and led officers on a chase before being arrested.

WATCH: Dog leads Aurora police to leash to escape burning home

Aurora police rescued a dog from a burning home last week after responding to a house fire in the western suburbs, officials said.

WATCH: Aurora police officers rescue dog from burning home
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Aurora police rescued a dog from a burning home last week after responding to a house fire in the western suburbs. Credit: Aurora Illinois Police Department via Storyful

Chicago-area commuter crawls under stopped Metra train, video shows
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Police in a Chicago suburb are warning commuters about rail safety after video captured a person crawling underneath a stopped Metra train. (Credit: Hinsdale Police Department)

Illinois cracks down on AI-generated child porn: 'Obscene is obscene'

It’s no secret child porn material generated by artificial intelligence is flooding the internet. In a Fox 32 special report, Tia Ewing takes a look at how big the flood is and how prepared Illinois is to handle it.

Illinois cracks down on AI-generated child porn
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It?s no secret child porn material generated by artificial intelligence is flooding the internet. In a Fox 32 special report, Tia Ewing takes a look at how big the flood is and how prepared Illinois is to handle it.

Naperville burglary suspect released until next court date under Safe-T Act

A 54-year-old homeless man is facing multiple charges in connection with a string of burglaries at several Naperville businesses, prosecutors said.

Black Aurora leaders call for board member’s resignation over alleged remarks

Some Black leaders in Aurora are calling for the resignation of school board member Mayra Reyes over her past comments about Black students in the district.

Black Aurora leaders call for board member?s resignation over alleged remarks
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Some Black leaders in Aurora are calling for the resignation of School Board Member Mayra Reyes over her past comments about Black students in the district.

Hinsdale?s e-Bike ordinance leads to fewer citations, stronger compliance | ChicagoNOW
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Hinsdale has been at the forefront of addressing the surge in e-bikes and e-scooters, a trend that has challenged communities across the Chicago region. Back in May 2025, the village moved quickly to pass a new ordinance, step up police enforcement, and launch a series of public education campaigns. Now, just a few months later, new data shows that the proactive approach is paying off ? with a steep decline in citations, fewer complaints, and stronger compliance from riders.