A pedestrian was killed in Downers Grove after being struck by a freight train at a railroad crossing with gates down.

The White Sox signed pitcher Anthony Kay to a $12 million, two-year deal with a 2028 option, bringing him back from Japan’s NPB.

Chicago cops probe four sexual assaults linked to a dating app suspect, two in Logan Square, three in Woodlawn, all involving armed robbery; no arrests yet.

Miles Scott’s late interceptions lift Illinois to a 20-13 win over Northwestern, securing back-to-back bowl berths and a school-record 10 wins.

Steelers LT Broderick Jones ruled out 4 games with neck injury; Andrus Peat starts, Asante Samuel Jr. elevated.

The Cirque Musica Holiday Wonderland show in Grand Forks was canceled Nov. 30 due to severe winter weather, with refunds issued automatically for Ticketmaster buyers.

A 25-year-old Joliet man died in a hit-and-run on Nov. 24, 2025, on Route 53 near Elwood, Illinois.

Packers DE Devonte Wyatt out for season with ankle injury sustained vs. Lions.

Country star Ella Langley to headline 2026 Illinois State Fair in Springfield.

WWE’s CM Punk mourns passing of rescue dog Larry, adopted in 2015, calling him a beloved family member and symbol of resilience.