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.
Next year, Illinoisans will go to the polls to vote on several key federal, state, and local elected positions in the 2026 midterm elections.
Joliet woman charged with abandoning 4-year-old daughter
A mother was charged with abandoning her 4-year-old daughter last week in Chicago's southwestern suburbs.
A mother was charged with abandoning her 4-year-old daughter last week in Chicago's southwestern suburbs.
Wrong-way ATV crash on I-55 in Joliet leaves one dead, police say
An ATV driver was killed over the weekend after traveling the wrong way on Interstate 55 in Joliet, authorities said.
An ATV driver was killed over the weekend after traveling the wrong way on Interstate 55 in Joliet, authorities said.
45 beagles found in Joliet home — no cruelty suspected, police say
When 45 beagles were discovered inside a Joliet home, many assumed the worst. But Sgt. Dwayne English of the Joliet Police Department tells "ChicagoLIVE" the dogs were found healthy and well cared for, with no signs of cruelty.
When 45 beagles were discovered inside a Joliet home, many assumed the worst. But Sgt. Dwayne English of the Joliet Police Department tells "ChicagoLIVE" the dogs were found healthy and well cared for, with no signs of cruelty.
Future Olympic handball stars train in Mokena
Good Day Chicago's Jake Hamilton takes you inside the Handball Futures Development & Skills Camp at The Oaks Fitness Center in Mokena, where USA Team Handball is helping young athletes from sports like basketball, soccer, and volleyball learn the fast-paced game of team handball.
Good Day Chicago's Jake Hamilton takes you inside the Handball Futures Development & Skills Camp at The Oaks Fitness Center in Mokena, where USA Team Handball is helping young athletes from sports like basketball, soccer, and volleyball learn the fast-paced game of team handball.
Deer causes multi-vehicle crash on I-80 in Mokena
All eastbound lanes of I-80 are shut down near Wolf Road in Mokena after a multi-vehicle crash sparked by a car hitting a deer.
All eastbound lanes of I-80 are shut down near Wolf Road in Mokena after a multi-vehicle crash sparked by a car hitting a deer.
Multi-vehicle I-80 crash involving deer snarls morning commute in Chicago's southwest suburbs
All eastbound lanes of I-80 were shut down near Wolf Road in Mokena early Thursday after a multi-vehicle crash sparked by a car hitting a deer.
All eastbound lanes of I-80 were shut down near Wolf Road in Mokena early Thursday after a multi-vehicle crash sparked by a car hitting a deer.
Teen bicyclist killed in crash involving semi-truck in Manhattan
Chance Hunnicutt, 13, is being remembered for his laughter and love after a fatal crash Monday in Chicago's southwest suburbs.
Chance Hunnicutt, 13, is being remembered for his laughter and love after a fatal crash Monday in Chicago's southwest suburbs.
Joliet woman charged after starving dog found with embedded collar: police
Police arrested a Joliet woman Monday after finding a malnourished dog with a chain collar embedded in its neck in her backyard, authorities said.
Police arrested a Joliet woman Monday after finding a malnourished dog with a chain collar embedded in its neck in her backyard, authorities said.
More Illinois communities banning federal agents from using county-owned property for operations
New signs in the Chicago area mark a big change in how federal immigration agents can operate.
New signs in the Chicago area mark a big change in how federal immigration agents can operate.
Lake, Will ban federal agents from using county-owned property
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.
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.
Joliet man charged after hitting, pinning a woman in Walmart parking lot
A Joliet man has been charged after hitting and pinning a woman with a car in a Walmart parking lot in Joliet earlier this month, according to police.
A Joliet man has been charged after hitting and pinning a woman with a car in a Walmart parking lot in Joliet earlier this month, according to police.
Former Joliet Walmart manager accused of theft captured after 3 years on the run
A former Walmart manager in Joliet allegedly stole bags of money containing $136,000 during an overnight work shift in 2022. It took three years, but she's finally back in custody. Deputy Chief Dan Jungles with the Will County Sheriff's Office details what took so long to find her.
A former Walmart manager in Joliet allegedly stole bags of money containing $136,000 during an overnight work shift in 2022. It took three years, but she's finally back in custody. Deputy Chief Dan Jungles with the Will County Sheriff's Office details what took so long to find her.
Off-duty Will County detective foils potential robbery in Frankfort; two suspects in custody
Two suspects are in custody after an off-duty Will County Sheriff's detective foiled a potential robbery in Frankfort Sunday morning.
Two suspects are in custody after an off-duty Will County Sheriff's detective foiled a potential robbery in Frankfort Sunday morning.
Spice things up at the Illinois Hot Sauce Expo
Hot sauce lovers have a new home this weekend in Joliet at the Illinois Host Sauce Expo.
Hot sauce lovers have a new home this weekend in Joliet at the Illinois Host Sauce Expo.
DuPage County restaurant manager faces additional charges for allegedly exposing himself to female employees
A restaurant manager in Chicago's suburbs is facing additional charges for allegedly exposing himself to female employees ? one of them being a juvenile.
A restaurant manager in Chicago's suburbs is facing additional charges for allegedly exposing himself to female employees ? one of them being a juvenile.
Community rallies as Homer Glen native faces off against Messi
It's Messi mania in the suburbs as the soccer star prepares to take on one of Homer Glen's very own.
It's Messi mania in the suburbs as the soccer star prepares to take on one of Homer Glen's very own.
Cook County's flood control system faces climate change challenges
Flooding rains over the past few weeks have focused new attention on Cook County's massive deep tunnel system. In a FOX 32 special report, Dane Placko looks at how the system works and sometimes doesn't work as some question whether it will be able to handle more intense storms caused by climate change.
Flooding rains over the past few weeks have focused new attention on Cook County's massive deep tunnel system. In a FOX 32 special report, Dane Placko looks at how the system works and sometimes doesn't work as some question whether it will be able to handle more intense storms caused by climate change.
Brad Guzan vs Lionel Messi: Providence Catholic High School hosts watch party
It's Messi Mania in the suburbs as the soccer star prepares to take on one of Homer Glen's very own.
It's Messi Mania in the suburbs as the soccer star prepares to take on one of Homer Glen's very own.
Largest all-electric U.S. plant unveiled in Joliet
Lion Electric's new 900,000 square-foot facility is expected to significantly increase EV capability in the state and create an estimated 1,400 jobs in the county.
Lion Electric's new 900,000 square-foot facility is expected to significantly increase EV capability in the state and create an estimated 1,400 jobs in the county.