Convicted felon Deion Kidd was charged with firearm possession and denied pre-trial release in DuPage County. He faces multiple felonies and misdemeanors, including resisting arrest.

A Libertyville man sprayed deputies with bear spray during a court-ordered mental-health evaluation. One deputy was hospitalized and charges are expected.

Chicago recorded 10 homicides through Jan. 10, 2026 — a small but telling start after a historic drop in 2025.

City attorneys recommended a $22 million settlement for a man killed in a West Side police chase. Aldermen will consider the deal this week as the city weighs liability and policy questions.

Pedro Villarreal faces murder charges for a fatal shooting on CTA's Pink Line last month in the Loop, where he allegedly shot two men, killing one, during a dispute. He was also charged with trespassing and claims self-defense.

Chicago surgeon Michael McKee faces an extradition hearing for the murder of his ex-wife and her husband in Ohio.

A 23-year-old woman was critically wounded after shots were fired at her car in the Illinois Medical District early Monday.

A man and a 6-year-old were stabbed in Lincoln Park Sunday night; both were taken to Illinois Masonic Medical Center and are in good condition.

Chicago police were involved in a non-fatal shooting after a traffic stop; no one was hit, and an investigation is underway. Officers are on administrative duty.

A Lake Zurich man surrendered after an hours-long standoff and was arrested on armed-violence and burglary charges.

Chicago police issued a community alert after a string of early‑morning smash‑and‑grab burglaries hit Uptown, Edgewater and West Ridge. Detectives are asking witnesses to preserve footage and call Area Three.

A 24-year-old man was shot while driving in Englewood and crashed into a light pole. Area One detectives are investigating.

A man was killed Sunday after a residential fire in Back of the Yards. Chicago police say area detectives are investigating the blaze on the 4700 block of S. Damen.