×

Latest News


Local
1 hour ago
Senate GOP counters progressive message

Minority leader says Chicago mayor could do more.

Getting diesel gasoline
Local
3 hours ago
Diesel fuel surges over $6 per gallon as prices continue to skyrocket

Fuel remains one of the highest operating costs in the industry, only second to labor costs.

Former 9th District congressional candidate Katherine “Kat” Abughazaleh addresses reporters following her Nov. 12, 2025, arraignment hearing in Chicago. (Capitol News Illinois photo by Hannah Meisel)
Crime
4 hours ago
‘Broadview 6’ defense accuses feds of keeping grand jury transcripts secret, reneging on dropping conspiracy charge

In new filings, attorneys say government is trying to ‘have its cake and eat it, too.’

Sports
5 hours ago
White Sox acquire LHP Trevor Richards from the Phillies for cash considerations

Over a nine-year career, Richards has also played for the Marlins, Rays, Brewers, Blue Jays, Twins, Royals and Diamondbacks.

FILE - Mexican businessman Ricardo Salinas Pliego, founder and chairman of Grupo Salinas, looks on during the Mexico Open golf tournament awards ceremony in Puerto Vallarta, Mexico, April 30, 2023. (AP Photo/Moises Castillo, File)
Crime
5 hours ago
Man charged in US with stealing $450 million from Mexican billionaire in loan scheme

Sklarov was arrested in Chicago on Saturday on the indictment by a federal grand jury in New York City, prosecutors said.

Concession trailer labeled 'Vose Concessions' at an outdoor event with two men near the window, one in a gray hoodie and the other in a blue jacket holding a foil tray.
Local
24 hours ago
100 Days Out: The Illinois State Fair countdown is on

IL State Fair food vendors give a taste of August.

Carter's is a children's clothing retailer.
Business
1 day ago
Children’s clothing chain with Springfield location plans to close 150 stores

Company: Tariff costs impacting bottom line.

A sign marks a polling place in Springfield. (Capitol News Illinois file photo)
Local
1 day ago
DOJ seeking Illinois voter data to purge suspected noncitizens, documents suggest

In court filing, intervenors say the Trump administration is concealing true purpose of its case.

What's Happening