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A man was fatally shot in the head in Greater Grand Crossing, Chicago. The incident occurred late Saturday and is under investigation. No suspects are in custody.
A veteran Chicago firefighter was seriously injured after falling through a light shaft during a blaze in Humboldt Park, and is now hospitalized in serious condition.
Chicago Police are searching for 16-year-old Shacole Taylor, missing since September 29 from Chicago's West Side. He is 5-foot-6, with brown eyes and black hair, and frequents the local Boys & Girls Club.
Chicago Police are searching for Michael Alvarado, 34, last seen in West Town, wearing a black shirt, shorts, and gym shoes, with tattoos and a medium complexion.
The Chicago Police Department alerted about multiple burglaries in the Loop and West Loop Gate, with suspects described as three males and one female in dark clothing.
A boil water advisory is in effect for parts of Crest Hill after a fire in Joliet reduced water pressure. Residents should boil water for five minutes before use.
A woman was shot and killed while in a funeral procession in Dixmoor, near Chicago; an incident potentially linked to her brother's recent shooting death.
Two Chicago police officers were assaulted with a fire extinguisher while in their patrol car; they were treated on the scene and released. No arrests have been made.
Chicago Police issued an alert after a robbery on the CTA Red Line in Wrigleyville, seeking information on the suspect last seen fleeing on a blue bike.
Chicago experienced a weekend of gun violence with 24 shot, two fatal. The shootings were city-wide, with no immediate arrests made. Police investigations continue.
The Chicago Police Department is seeking public assistance to find Annette Braboy, 66, reported missing since October 31, last seen on West 63rd Street.
The Chicago Police Department warns of burglaries in Deering, with suspects smashing windows to steal cash registers and advising businesses on security measures.
A shooting at an Arlington Heights Red Roof Inn left one hospitalized; the police are investigating, with no arrests yet. The victim is stable, and the area is considered secure.
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