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Crime & Emergencies in ...
Chicago police arrested Antonio Jackson, a suspect in the 2023 murder of a 35-year-old man, charging him with first-degree murder and armed habitual criminal activity.
Chicago Police are seeking information on the missing 47-year-old Marshall Washington, who may need medical attention and was last seen in black clothing.
A manhunt is underway for Lander D. Coleman after a triple shooting in Matteson that injured a mother and her two children. The FBI is involved, and the public is urged to report any information.
Politics & Govt in ...
Chicago Mayor Brandon Johnson is initiating the expansion of public mental health services, reopening a Roseland clinic, and adding services in Pilsen and West Garfield Park.
A Jacksonville man received a 14-month federal prison sentence for making violent threats against the President and other political figures on social media.
Chicago Police are conducting DUI Saturation Patrols in the 25th District to deter impaired driving and other traffic violations, using speed detection and Breath Alcohol Testing Units to aid their efforts.
The Chicago Police Department alerts Wentworth residents to a spike in motor vehicle thefts, advising safety measures and offering anti-theft resources.
Police warn of armed robbers luring victims in Chicago through online motorcycle sales, with one person shot. Suspects, described as young males, remain at large.
Transportation & Infrastructure in ...
Mayor Brandon Johnson launches the $27 million Milwaukee Avenue Streetscape Improvement Project in Logan Square to enhance public spaces, pedestrian safety, and economic growth, with completion expected by summer 2026.
A 28-year-old woman was fatally shot while inside a car in Chicago. The shooter is at large and no suspects have been arrested as investigators search for answers.
The Illinois House approved a contentious $53.1 billion budget after intense overnight negotiations, with the plan now awaiting the governor's signature.
CPS faces a $400 million budget gap yet vows to protect classroom funding, focusing on equity over enrollment for resource distribution, with some schools reporting concerns over potential impacts.
A driver struck two Chicago police cars during an attempted escape after a traffic stop in Back of the Yards, leading to a minor injury of one officer.
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