License plate readers uncover Lake County murder-for-hire plot | ChicagoLIVE
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Deputy Chief Chris Covelli joins to discuss the major break in a Lake County murder-for-hire investigation, where new technology helped detectives identify leads, uncover key evidence, and take two suspects off the streets.

Zion Police investigate fatal crash possibly linked to TikTok livestream

A 59-year-old was killed after being struck by a vehicle in Zion on Nov. 3, according to police. It is alleged that a social media livestream was connected to the crash.

Chicago area schools announce closures, shifts to E-learning ahead of snowstorm

With the first snow storm on the way, schools in the Chicago area and Indiana have started to announce closures or shifts to E-learning on Monday.

Chicago area nonprofit provides free clothes, haircuts to those in need
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The Antioch Traveling Closet has been working to provide free clothes, supplies and haircuts for families in need in the area for more than a decade.

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.