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Frankfort Community High School Principal Aaron Hill resigned Monday amid an investigation and felony aggravated-battery charges related to an off-campus incident.
Cook County Crime Stoppers is offering $10,000 for tips after an arson in West Englewood killed two adults and two children; volunteers will canvass the block and investigators are seeking video.
Unmarked federal SUVs struck a woman's car during an Albany Park arrest Tuesday, sparking neighborhood confrontations and renewed scrutiny of federal tactics.
Northlake police say scammers may wedge screws into pump cradles to keep transactions active. Basic checks — watch the display and keep your receipt — can help avoid surprise charges.
Elgin police found evidence of gunfire in the 3000 block of Friendship Street early Sunday; no injuries were reported and detectives are seeking tips.
Three abandoned homes burned near 155th and Turlington in Harvey early Tuesday; no injuries were reported and a local power outage was reported as officials push to tackle vacant properties.
An Oak Park police officer shot a 38-year-old driver after a struggle over a gun during a traffic stop on May 31. Illinois State Police are investigating.
Chicago police are searching for a man who allegedly sexually assaulted two children inside a DD's Discount restroom in Portage Park; detectives released a suspect description and are asking for tips.
A 48-year-old man was found stabbed to death Monday night in Chatham; Area Two detectives are investigating.
Warren and Henderson County deputies are searching south of Kirkwood for two large, aggressive dogs reported to have attacked animals. Authorities urge residents to stay clear and report sightings to Monmouth Dispatch.
A 22-year-old man was shot in the abdomen Sunday night in the 6900 block of S. Clyde Ave in South Shore and rushed to UChicago Medicine in serious condition.
A man and woman were shot in Bellwood early Monday and later died at Loyola University Medical Center. A regional major‑crimes task force is investigating.
A 39-year-old man was shot in Marquette Park after an argument escalated late Sunday; Area One detectives are investigating and no arrests have been announced.
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