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A suspect was fatally shot by Harris County deputies after a car chase and ensuing shootout in northeast Houston, with four others apprehended or fleeing.
Rideshare passenger fatally shot in Englewood; assailant fired from another vehicle. No suspects arrested yet.
Politics & Govt in ...
The property assessment equalization factor for Cass County, Illinois, remains unchanged at 1.0000, ensuring uniform assessments and fair taxation across the county.
Weather & Environment in ...
The National Weather Service forecasts wet and windy weather for Chicago, with a 70% chance of rain tonight and stronger winds and storms expected through the week.
A Chicago officer faces felony charges for allegedly sexually assaulting a woman in custody. Officer Stephan Shaw has been relieved of his duties and faces misconduct charges.
A Chicago liquor store sold a $5.45 million winning lottery ticket, marking the second-largest Illinois jackpot of the year. The store will share its bonus with employees.
Chicago police are alerting the public to a string of burglaries by three male suspects, urging businesses to maintain surveillance and residents to report any information.
Hugo Pinzon was arrested in his Wicker Park residence by Chicago agents who found narcotics and guns; he faces federal charges for intent to distribute.
Health & Lifestyle in ...
The Illinois Department of Public Health warns of a botulism-like illness cluster linked to counterfeit Botox in LaSalle County, with two hospitalized cases.
Kentrell Howard was arrested by Chicago police for robbing a woman on N. Larrabee St. and faces a felony charge. He was caught shortly after the incident.
Enrique Enriquez, 39, faces a felony vehicular hijacking charge in Chicago following his arrest for a March incident.
Decatur man Kevin Dial sentenced to 50 years for sexually exploiting minors and child pornography crimes, with court evidence revealing he directed abuse against children as young as two.
An 18-year-old was charged with the felony robbery of a man on Chicago Transit Authority property. Edward Reed was arrested and faces a court hearing in regards to the incident.
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