ABC-7 Chicago

As you may know, recreational marijuana becomes legal here in Illinois on January 1st, but the Chicago Police Department wants you to know that there are definitely rules.

A flat tire Wednesday on I-55 would have derailed a heart-transplant procedure if not for the quick actions of Illinois State Police troopers.

The unfortunate Belleville-area man avoided the dog, but was injured by an overnight stay in the tree.

The NCAA is opposed, saying in a statement the legislation will "erase the critical distinction between college and professional athletics."

Employees at Furry Babies in the Fox Valley Mall told police the puppy is valued at more than $7,600.

Javier Garcia, 22, was charged with terrorism early Sunday morning after allegedly plowing his speeding vehicle through an unprotected Sears entryway and straight into Woodfield Mall.

The young girl died after part of a store display fell and struck her on the head inside the Akira store at Orland Square Mall in Orland Park Tuesday afternoon.

Officials are warning everyone not to get in the water, especially after two drownings in Lake Michigan over the weekend.

The individual, who recently vaped, has died after being hospitalized with a severe respiratory illness, the Illinois Department of Public Health said.

After all the bad behavior we see reported every day, it's so nice to see a group of strangers save the day for someone.