Overview of Crime in Illinois

Illinois faces ongoing crime challenges, particularly in urban areas like Chicago, which accounts for a significant portion of the state's violent incidents. However, recent data shows mixed trends: while overall crime rates have fluctuated, there have been notable declines in homicides and certain violent crimes in 2025 so far, amid criticisms of policies like the SAFE-T Act and no-cash bail contributing to recidivism and low arrest rates. Statewide, the focus remains on gun violence, robberies, and socioeconomic disparities driving crime.  Per Grok

Chicago and IL have a crime problem. 

Illinois crime problems are greatly complicated by the presence of an estimated 500,000+ illegals and the hundreds of ICE agents across the state working to catch and deport them.