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Two men were shot inside a car Sunday night in Burnside; one was seriously wounded and Area Two detectives are investigating. No arrests have been announced.
A Nissan SUV collided with a semi on the southbound Bishop Ford at 130th Street early Sunday; the SUV driver died and the truck driver was hospitalized. Lanes were closed for hours as state police investigated.
A pedestrian died after being struck on the I‑57 northbound ramp to 147th Street in Harvey. Illinois State Police say the driver fled and no arrests have been made.
A chemical odor spread across Chicago suburbs on Sunday; fire officials say the source is unknown and are monitoring reports. Residents reported nausea and breathing irritation in some areas.
A 28-year-old woman was shot Sunday evening in a Humboldt Park gas station parking lot and was listed in good condition, police say. Detectives are investigating.
A 10-year-old was hospitalized after an apparent accidental shooting in Ashburn. Police recovered a firearm and Area 1 detectives are investigating.
Two armed suspects forced a 29-year-old man into an SUV and robbed him at gunpoint in River North early Saturday. Detectives say the man was left on West Illinois and are asking for witnesses with video to come forward.
A 10-year-old girl was found unresponsive Saturday night in Bronzeville; detectives have opened an investigation and an autopsy is pending.
Weather & Environment in ...
A gusty front will bring northwest gusts near 25–30 mph Tuesday morning. Partly sunny today with highs near 37°F; secure loose outdoor items.
Politics & Govt in ...
The county filing window closed Feb. 6, leaving three council districts open and setting up competitive countywide primaries, including a crowded sheriff’s race.
A police-involved shooting Saturday near Leith and Ridgeland in Waukegan left one person dead as state investigators took over the scene.
Community & Society in ...
Hundreds gathered at Federal Plaza and in DuPage to honor victims of federal immigration enforcement and to push for transparency one month after Renée Good's death.
A 35-year-old man was wounded Saturday evening on East 71st Street in West Englewood. Area One detectives are investigating.
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