A Kane County judge gave Samuel Garcia 90 years after a 2022 Center Avenue shooting that killed Ferrer Velasquez. Mandatory firearm enhancements pushed the total sentence higher.

A judge unsealed deposition transcripts tied to lawsuits alleging federal immigration agents used force in Chicago — but the records haven't been posted publicly yet.

An 18-year-old from Frankfort was arrested after an alleged assault at the Credit Union One Amphitheatre during a July concert. Police say surveillance footage and a forensic interview supported the victim's account.

Michigan prosecutors say a governor’s warrant has been served for Adam Beckerink, who could be returned to Chicago soon to face a first‑degree murder charge.

A 17-year-old was shot and later died Thursday on South 59th Avenue in Cicero. Police say no arrests have been made and the investigation is ongoing.

Homicides across Chicago’s south and southwest suburbs fell about 35% in 2025 as Cook County recorded 541 deaths — the lowest since 2014.

A 19-year-old was killed and four others wounded in three shootings along Western Avenue on Chicago’s Southwest Side; police say investigations are ongoing.

A 17-year-old was charged with armed robbery involving a firearm, as announced by the Chicago Police. He was caught after a robbery on August 30, 2025.

Chicago Police are searching for Aaron Hawkins, 27, missing since November 15 from the 2300 block of W. 80th Pl. He is described as 6’1", African American, with brown eyes and black hair.

A Chicago couple, gym and cafe owners, were found dead in a suspected murder-suicide at a hotel in Aruba, sparking a community memorial and investigation.

An Indiana police officer and two others were hospitalized after a high-speed chase ended in a collision. The officer is expected to recover, while the suspect's charges are pending investigation.

The Chicago Board of Education's Inspector General uncovers widespread sexual misconduct among CPS staff, including at Little Village Lawndale High School, as well as other violations.

Police warned residents after two Dec. 28 robberies on Chicago’s Northwest Side; detectives say a vehicle was recovered and are asking for tips.