Chicago police warn West Side sellers after at least eight robberies tied to online phone sales; detectives say two men may be involved and are asking for tips.

U.S. Marshals say Darnell Morton — a lifetime-registered sex offender tied to a 2000 child sexual‑assault case — has disappeared from supervision and is believed to be in Milwaukee.

A midday fire at the Happy Valley Public Works building filled neighborhoods with smoke and prompted a reverse‑911 shelter‑in‑place advisory.

A man was killed late Sunday on the 5100-block of S. Western Ave in Gage Park after an SUV struck him, police say. The CPD Major Accidents Unit is investigating.

Pamela Colloff’s new book says Pinellas prosecutors relied on a prolific jailhouse informant whose testimony helped secure convictions, including one death sentence.

Troopers returned fire after a disturbance on Valley Road in Young Township; a 60-year-old man was shot in the shoulder and now faces attempted homicide and assault charges.

A suspected drunk driver died and a woman was hospitalized after a head-on crash on Tidwell Road; police say speed and alcohol appear to be factors.

A person was shot Sunday near Columbus' Linden Branch library; one victim is in critical condition and police are investigating.

A 29-year-old woman was struck and killed after exiting a rideshare on the 7200 block of Elmwood Avenue. Police are reviewing surveillance footage and seeking a black vehicle.

A 47-year-old motorcyclist was killed Saturday on the 3900 block of Avenue E East after colliding with an 18-wheeler; police say the truck driver cooperated and investigators do not expect charges.

Joliet police say a husband and wife were found dead early Sunday in their home in an apparent murder‑suicide; children were at the house and there is no known public threat.

A 34‑year‑old man was found shot on the 4000 block of Pontoon Road; the Major Case Squad has been called in and tips are being taken.

Milwaukee police say a 19-year-old was fatally shot Sunday on W. Beckett Ave; detectives are urging residents to check cameras and call with tips.