Illinois man who killed Tyesha Bell sentenced to prison

More than 23 years after Tyesha Bell disappeared, the man convicted of killing her has been sentenced.

Kane Co. State's Attorney explains alleged brothel prostitution operation hearings | ChicagoLIVE
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Court hearings were held today in connection with a 15-month investigation into alleged prostitution operations at four Chicago suburban brothels. Kane County State’s Attorney Jamie Mosser breaks down the case and the latest developments.

Six men arrested in alleged suburban Chicago prostitution operation, prosecutors say
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A 15-month investigation into alleged prostitution operations at four suburban brothels has resulted in felony charges against six men, according to the Kane County State's Attorney's Office.

Judge orders 6 men accused in suburban Chicago brothel ring to remain in jail

On Thursday, officials revealed that another brothel had been discovered in Hanover Park. Later that day, a Kane County judge ordered all six defendants to remain in jail pending trial.

Suburban Chicago man possessed, shared child sex abuse video, prosecutors say

A suburban Chicago man is facing felony charges after prosecutors say he possessed and shared a child sexual abuse video involving a victim under 13.

Elgin detectives use podcast as tool to generate new leads and even solve cold cases
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An Elgin detective's podcast has been downloaded more than 350,000 times across major streaming platforms. But detectives say success isn't measured by downloads; it's measured by answers.

Elgin detectives use podcast as tool to generate new leads and even solve cold cases

An Elgin detective's podcast has been downloaded more than 350,000 times across major streaming platforms. But detectives say success isn't measured by downloads; it's measured by answers.

Man convicted in 2023 Carpentersville shooting that killed 17-year-old boy

A suburban Chicago man was convicted Tuesday of first-degree murder after prosecutors said he opened fire on another vehicle during a 2023 shooting in Carpentersville, killing a 17-year-old boy.

Chicagoland storm aftermath: Tornado, flooding, power outages and damage

From Bartlett to Merrillville, communities are cleaning up after damaging winds and heavy rain swept through Chicagoland Wednesday night.

Ex-Illinois teacher awaiting deportation linked to Tren de Aragua mass shooting in Chicago: DHS

A former Illinois teacher living in the United States illegally, who was allegedly involved in a 2024 Tren de Aragua mass shooting that killed three people at a Chicago house party, was arrested by federal authorities, officials said Monday.

2026 Fourth of July firework shows across Chicago area

The Fourth of July is fast approaching and Chicagoland is gearing up to celebrate with fireworks.

Body of missing teen recovered from Fox River in Elgin: officials

The body of a missing 16-year-old girl was recovered from the Fox River in Elgin on Sunday afternoon, and authorities are investigating the circumstances surrounding her death.

South Elgin man injured officer, threatened to shoot during standoff, police say

A South Elgin man faces felony charges after police said he resisted arrest, injured an officer and barricaded himself inside a home during a standoff Tuesday afternoon.