Renard Macklin of Rockford was sentenced to over five years in prison for illegal firearm possession, involving an AR-15 style rifle and a stolen handgun. The sentence is part of Project Safe Neighborhoods.

Chicago Police Department will conduct a DUI Saturation Patrol in Chicago Lawn's 8th District this weekend to curb impaired driving and traffic offenses.

Emonte Morgan's sentencing for the 2021 murder of Chicago Officer Ella French began, with a life sentence possible. The defense seeks a new trial, citing prosecutorial misconduct.

Bartlett schools initiated lockdowns following a threatening phone call, with heightened security and police patrolling during dismissal and after-school activities canceled.

A Glenwood community is shocked after a local liquor store owner, Naveen Singh, was killed during an argument with a customer. A suspect is in custody.

A man was critically injured after being stabbed in Chicago's West Garfield Park. Three attackers fled, and no arrests have been made. Police are investigating.

Thieves stole an ATM from a Chicago business in a smash-and-grab burglary, with police responding to the scene as the crime unfolded. No suspects have been arrested yet.

Former AT&T Illinois boss Paul La Schiazza's trial began with openings statements, focusing on his alleged bribery involvement regarding legislative favors in Illinois.

A man died after his vehicle crashed into a pole in South Chicago. The accident happened early Wednesday morning, and police are investigating the cause.

A search continues for 82-year-old Tsering Dolma Wangyal from Skokie, who went missing two months ago. Her community held a vigil, maintaining hope for her safe return.

Chicago Police issued an alert about thefts and robberies targeting rideshare drivers in Grand Crossing, with suspects described as young males, sometimes armed.

Montgomery County man charged with distributing child sexual abuse material by Illinois Attorney General's office; Troy A. Shull faces up to 30 years per count.

Michael Perkins faces multiple felony charges for armed robbery and kidnapping in Chicago, with his detention hearing scheduled for September 10, 2024.