House destroyed in fire, apparent explosion in Wonder Lake; sheriff investigating
A house was destroyed in a fire and apparent explosion Sunday near Birch Drive in Wonder Lake, Illinois. The McHenry County Sheriff is investigating.
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Where does hantavirus lurk in the U.S.? Scientists found ‘hot spots' in surprising areas
A recent suspected hantavirus case in Illinois is a stark reminder that the potentially deadly virus does exist in the U.S.
Suspect stabs man, batters another in unprovoked attack at McHenry hotel: police
Colin Foster is charged with attempted murder after a McHenry stabbing at the Hampton Inn at 1555 South Illinois Route 31, McHenry police said.
Second Chance Reentry Court Unity Day workout brings together law enforcement, former inmates
The Northern District of Illinois Second Chance Reentry Court Unity Day workout brought together law enforcement and former inmates in Chicago.
At Montrose and Waukegan beaches, piping plovers lay the first eggs of the season
The beginning of yet another nesting season on the Illinois lakeshore marks another victory for the species as its population bounces back in the region.
2 people killed, 1 injured in car crash in Highland Park, police say
Two people were killed and one was injured Saturday in a car crash at Park Avenue and Route 41 in Highland Park, Illinois, police said.
Deadly west suburban rollover crash shuts down part of I-290: ISP
A crash on I-290 shut down part of the interstate at 17th Avenue near Broadview, Illinois State Police say. One person died and five others were hurt.
Fire sweeps through old Balmoral Park racetrack facilities in Crete, Illinois A fire at the vacant old Balm...
Fire sweeps through old Balmoral Park racetrack facilities in Crete, Illinois
Here’s why Broncos, Sean Payton are targeting so many players from Illinois
Denver drafted safety Miles Scott in the seventh round in 2026 and former Illinois players Alex Palczewski and Pat Bryant have become foundational pieces of the locker room.
Illinois passed a law to expose diversity gaps at top nonprofits. Almost none are complying.
Nearly two years after Illinois passed a law requiring large nonprofits to disclose the demographic makeup of their boards and officers, the measure has shed little light on who actually runs these organizat...
A mysterious company abandoned 603 oil wells, costing Illinois millions. Here’s how they did it.
A Tribune investigation reveals how Fireball evaded its legal responsibility, exposing communities to contaminants and saddling the state with millions in clean-up costs.
Can mice and rats spread hantavirus in Illinois? What to know after possible case
A possible case of hantavirus in Illinois not believed to be connected to the recent cruise ship outbreak has sparked questions about how the virus can spread.
Pritzker treated at hospital for ‘minor complication' after recent procedure
Illinois Gov. JB Pritzker had a "minor complication" from a recent procedure and was taken to a Springfield hospital earlier this week.
Quick Tip: Storm repair fraud
Here's an ABC7 I-Team quick storm repair fraud tip. Illinois Attorney General Kwame Raoul is warning about scammers looking to cash in on repair work.
Crews battling large fire at vacant Balmoral Race Track in Crete Township
Crews are battling a large Crete fire at the vacant Balmoral Race Track along Dixie Highway on Sunday morning.
Cicero police seek person of interest after 18-year-old gunned down in alley
Police are looking for a person of interest after an 18-year-old was killed in a shooting in Cicero, Illinois near 58th Avenue and 25th Street Friday.
11-year-old boy killed, 5 injured in rollover crash on I-290 in west suburbs, state police say
Iker Paredes, 11, was killed and five others were injured in a rollover crash on I-290 at 25th Street in the west suburbs, officials said.
Suspect sought in fatal shooting of 18-year-old in Cicero An 18-year-old man was found dead in the alley fr...
An 18-year-old man was found dead in the alley from gunshot wounds following a large fight on Friday night, police said.
OSU captures record-setting win against Eastern Illinois, earns rematch with Stanford
OSU scored multiple runs in each inning to set the tone in an NCAA Tournament opening victory. The Cowgirls face Stanford on Saturday who has defeated them twice this season.
17 Vienna High School students graduate with associate's degrees
Seventeen students from Vienna High School in Southern Illinois participated in two graduations, walking away with not only their high school diplomas but also associate
‘Cop on a Rooftop’ raises over $1.28 million for Special Olympics in Illinois, Iowa
Police departments and Dunkin’ teamed up Friday for “Cop on a Rooftop,” an annual fundraiser benefiting Special Olympics athletes across Illinois and Iowa.
Illinois bill banning loud ads on streaming apps heads to House floor
Sen. Doris Turner and Rep. Mike Coffey's bill could ban commercial volumes from being louder than the program you're watching.
3 generations of St. John’s nurses celebrate graduation milestone
For one graduating family, this year’s commencement at St. John’s College of Nursing is more than a ceremony — it’s the continuation of a decades-long legacy.
Illinois Senate passes bill expanding asthma medication access in schools, sends plan to Pritzker's desk
A plan heading to Gov. JB Pritzker's desk could expand access to life-saving asthma medication at schools.