A 17-year-old drowned at Lighthouse Beach, Evanston during hazardous swim conditions despite rescue efforts. The beach had been closed and warnings issued due to dangerous currents and high waves.

CPD issued a community alert for a series of burglaries in Oakland's area, detailing the suspect's description and advising residents on security measures.

A car crashed into Great Clips in Evanston; no injuries were reported despite the salon being occupied. An elderly woman hit the gas instead of the brake, causing the accident.

Former CFO Charles Nelson was sentenced to 27 months in prison for embezzling over $510,000 from his Chicago-based employer and ordered to pay full restitution.

A serious crash involving a motorcycle and a dump truck on Route 53 in Arlington Heights has led to the closure of southbound lanes and traffic delays.

Armando Torres of Chicago received a 45-year prison sentence for child sexual exploitation and possessing child abuse material, having preyed on at least 14 children via social media.

A legally blind Chicago man was reunited with his stolen support dog, Bam Bam, after a two-month search involving the community and a GoFundMe campaign.

A 17-year-old was critically wounded by a gunshot in Chicago's Humboldt Park. The circumstances remain unclear and police are investigating. No arrests have been made.

Chicago Police seek help finding missing 12-year-old Breyanna Howard, last seen with a black Nike book bag in the 8200-8300 S. Paulina St. area. She may have mental health issues.

Chicago Police alert North Park to armed robberies and advise vigilance and reporting of suspicious activities.

An argument in Chicago's South Shore neighborhood led to a fatal shooting early Monday, with the male victim dying from multiple gunshots. Police are investigating; no arrests have been made.

Chicago Police are searching for Roosevelt Boles Jr., a 67-year-old missing man, last seen wearing a white T-shirt and black jogging pants, who may need medical attention.

A man was critically injured in a stabbing in Chicago's River North neighborhood, with the assailant still at large and police investigating the incident.