Supreme Court weighs legality of Trump’s tariffs in case brought by Chicago area toymaker
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The Supreme Court heard arguments today in a case challenging the legality of former President Trump’s tariffs on imported goods. At the center of the case is Vernon Hills-based Hand2Mind, the parent company of Learning Resources, which argues the president overstepped his authority in imposing tariffs that have cost the family-run business millions. The outcome could have far-reaching implications for U.S. trade policy and the global economy.

Man shot while sitting in car before work in Chicago suburb, sheriff says

A Chicago-area man is hospitalized after being shot while warming up his car before work in north suburban Beach Park, authorities said.

Illinois 2026 elections: Everything you need to know

Next year, Illinoisans will go to the polls to vote on several key federal, state, and local elected positions in the 2026 midterm elections.

Man killed, another injured after Metra train hits vehicle in Hainesville: officials

A man is dead and another person is injured after a Milwaukee District North Metra train struck a vehicle Thursday afternoon in Hainesville, according to the Greater Round Lake Fire Protection District.

Illinois man charged after argument led to Chicago-area shooting, police say

Police say a suburban Chicago man was arrested more than two weeks after an argument escalated into gunfire, leaving another man shot twice.

Batteries spark fire in Lake Forest garbage truck

The cause of a fire in the back of a garbage truck in Lake Forest last weekend has been determined.

Man dies nearly 2 weeks after Grayslake motorcycle crash

A 19-year-old Lake Villa man died from injuries sustained in a motorcycle crash earlier this month in Grayslake.

Lake, Will ban federal agents from using county-owned property
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As the Department of Homeland Security continues to defend its tactics in court, Lake and Will counties are now banning federal agents from using their properties.