The Latest Breaking News from Illinois

Ex-husband of victim in mysterious Ohio double murder arrested, reports say

Police located the suspect’s vehicle in Illinois over a week after the shooting deaths in Ohio

The Independent UK · Jan 10

‘She needs to come home’: Car of missing Illinois special ed teacher found as desperate husband pleads

Time is of the essence.

We Got This Covered · Jan 9

Illinois Health Department admits to exposing more than 700,000 residents' data for years: what you need to know

The Illinois Department of Human Services confirms a multiyear security lapse.

Tom’s Guide · Jan 8

Trump administration halts more than $10bn for childcare and family assistance

Democrats condemn move in California, Colorado, Illinois, Minnesota and New York, calling it ‘vindictive’ and ‘cruel’

The Guardian - US · Jan 7

Woman takes cat to PetSmart Hotel. Then they give her cat to the wrong family—who ends up losing her: ‘The lack of empathy is concerning’

A PetSmart in Mount Prospect, Illinois, accidentally switched two boarded cats in their care, leading to one pet going missing for nearly four days. 

The Mary Sue · Jan 5

Northern lights may be visible in 18 states tonight

Auroras may be visible from Alaska to Illinois as an incoming coronal mass ejection could disrupt Earth's magnetic field and trigger geomagnetic storm conditions.

Space · Jan 2

Is the President Subject to the Posse Comitatus Act?

An issue left unresolved in Trump v. Illinois.

Reason · Dec 30, 2025

Public libraries in Illinois now required to store anti-opioid overdose medications after a series of near-deaths

State law goes into effect January 1

The Independent UK · Dec 28, 2025

‘My husband would have an absolute aneurysm’: Illinois mom’s daughters want LoveShackFancy Stanley cups. But are 2 cups really worth $100?

During Christmas, people scramble to find the perfect presents. Whether you’re on a budget or have room to splurge, giving someone a gift they will love is a priority. With parents, the desire to make the holidays extra special for their children is even stronger. In the digital age, overconsumption…

The Mary Sue · Dec 26, 2025

TikTok influencer who hit a pedestrian as she livestreamed herself driving is arrested, cops say

Tynesha McCarty-Wroten, a 43-year-old woman from Zion, Illinois, faces charges including reckless homicide related to the deadly crash

The Independent UK · Dec 25, 2025