Judges are spending more time on initial court hearings as they weigh whether to detain or release defendants. However, ...

Cook County Chief Judge Timothy C. Evans has pledged to provide additional training for all Cook County judges who hear ...

The 29-person team will advise the prosecutor's office on everything from handling gun violence cases to wrongful convictions ...

A new Cook County state’s attorney inherits crime problems aggravated by her predecessor, Kim Foxx. Eileen O’Neill Burke ...

As she prepares to take office next month, Cook County States Attorney-elect Eileen O'Neill Burke on Friday shed some light ...

Eileen O’Neill Burke, the Democratic candidate for Cook County state’s attorney, poses for a photo with Gloria Batey at Manny’s Deli in the West Loop on Election Day, Nov. 5, 2024.

Eileen O’Neill Burke, the Democratic candidate for Cook County State’s Attorney, declares victory on election night. (Brian Cassella/Chicago Tribune) Eileen O’Neill Burke, the Democratic ...

On November 21, 2024, the Illinois Supreme Court overturned Jussie Smollett's conviction. The actor was charged and convicted ...

Foxx affirmed her approach to the role of prosecutor. “Seeking justice is broad,” she says.

Set to move on after two terms, Foxx is proud of her personal and professional journey—with no regrets as she plans to step away from public life for a while. She spoke with Dorothy Tucker.

Cook Cook State's Attorney Kim Foxx sat down with CBS News Chicago to reflect on her legacy after eight years in office.