Reward Offered For Info On Mother And Son Murder
Police say they don't believe the two were the intended targets when they were shot and killed in Calumet City.
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Police say they don't believe the two were the intended targets when they were shot and killed in Calumet City.
As his FBI handler testified last week before Alex Williams took the stand, informants seldom are Boy Scouts.
Carlos Duarte was charged with first-degree murder in the death of 55-year-old Sylvester Duarte.
Two-and-a-half years ago, the man who was convicted of the murder, Christopher Abernathy, was freed after 29 years in prison after DNA evidence exonerated him.
Federal court documents say Chicago gang member Manuel Diaz is charged with murder in the fatal shooting of 50-year-old Charles Berrios.
Carlos Cregan, 30, was ordered held without bond on Tuesday on a single count of first-degree murder.
Cook County prosecutors allege the gang was behind a multimillion-dollar drug business and at least six murders.
Kenneth Cooper faces a felony count of first-degree murder in connection with the shooting death of 34-year-old Gregory Petty, police said.
Deshawn Garrett, 20, was charged with first-degree murder in connection to the Sept. 20 shooting that left 25-year-old Eric Banks dead.
Elzbieta Plackowska, 45, murdered her 7-year-old son and a 5-year-old girl she was babysitting in 2012.
Police said Daniel Barraza confessed to stabbing 31-year-old Miriam Cruz Hurtado and 4-year-old Corbin Dallas Barraza to death.
Gervase Pruett, 23, faces felony counts of first-degree murder and aggravated battery of a peace officer, according to Chicago Police.
A fast-food worker is now accused of killing his manager at an Arby's in southwest suburban Hickory Hills.
Michael A. Giacomino, 31, faces a first-degree murder charge in the stabbing death of 36-year-old Bayron Cruz-Garcia, police said.
Labar "Bro Man" Spann is accused of participating in all six slayings, including the 2003 murder of Latin Kings gangster Rudy "Kato" Rangel.
Officers found Tyrone Anthony with a gunshot wound to the chest at 1:13 p.m. Saturday in an open lot on the corner of 15th and Wallace.
Eugene Jones -- son of CHA CEO Eugene Jones Jr. -- is accused of fatally shooting an 18-year-old man over the weekend in Indianapolis.
Delton Bates, 42, was charged with first-degree murder for the shooting in a driveway in the 9700 block of South Merrion.
A man arrested in Mexico has been returned to the United States and charged with the murder of his ex-wife in 2011 in west suburban Glen Ellyn.
Raymond Boyle and John Dalton Stropes were charged with Escamilla's murder because she was killed while they were committing felonies.
Grant Nelson's mother is hoping a piece of plastic could prevent a future tragedy and keep rideshare drivers safe.
An attorney is helping the family of a west suburban woman murdered keep her killer locked up, after the announcement of an early parole.
Tororicius Berry, 25, is charged with first-degree murder after being identified as the shooter in the slaying of 16-year-old Kejuan Thomas.
Aaron Gordon was struck by a stray bullet as he shielded his girlfriend from gunfire aimed at another man during a fight on July Fourth.
Three men from the Aurora area were fatally shot at the Great Lakes Dragway, in Union Grove, Wis. on Aug. 13.
Latino leaders and immigrant rights groups in Chicago are joining the debate over whether the National Guard should be sent to the city.
Chicago police are looking for a burglary crew they say have been targeting businesses in several neighborhoods on Chicago's West and Southwest Sides.
A dog was rescued by Chicago firefighters from an apartment in Chatham early Monday morning.
Chicago police are still looking for whoever's responsible for antisemitic graffiti in Hyde Park.
Two young children were killed and 17 others were injured in a shooting during a Catholic Mass packed with young students in south Minneapolis Wednesday morning. The gunman is also dead.
Some municipalities have decided to keep the tax in place at the municipal level, on the grounds that they need the revenue.
This summer, many West Side residents had their homes inundated after significant rain on July 25. Some got hit again last week.
Questions have arisen about the future of Illinois' criminal detention system, in light of President Trump's executive order to bring back cash bail.
A coalition of organizers in Chicago were joined by Mayor Brandon Johnson to announce Labor Day rally and march called "Workers Over Billionaires."
A company that installs license plate-detecting cameras to aid law enforcement has halted operations with federal agencies because of ongoing concerns among officials in Illinois and elsewhere.
Some municipalities have decided to keep the tax in place at the municipal level, on the grounds that they need the revenue.
Some local gas stations as of Tuesday afternoon were posting prices of $4 per gallon for regular unleaded, and more than $5 for premium.
Many drivers are as frustrated with the unexplained spike in their auto insurance as they are with congestion on the roads.
The Arlington Heights Village Board on Monday night approved a new 5% streaming tax.
Morton Grove slapped the seller with code violations after the sale to the Hovey family was completed, which prevented them from getting a deed.
Illinois is one of 20 states now suing the Trump administration for withholding grant money for crime victims. In Illinois, $54 million goes to provide services for crime victims. Workers warn many will now be left behind.
A Chicago rock climber was grounded by a scary medical issue — a cyst in her brain. But a friendly face in the operating room helped Sophie Lin get to the gym again.
With school starting next week for thousands of students, health officials are urging parents to get their kids vaccinated.
Chicago public health officials on Tuesday confirmed the city's first three human cases of West Nile virus in 2025.
Sicknesses creep up with kids being in close quarters in school. With that in mind, a grieving Northwest Indiana family wants to share a message about vaccinating children.
A company that installs license plate-detecting cameras to aid law enforcement has halted operations with federal agencies because of ongoing concerns among officials in Illinois and elsewhere.
A Wisconsin man has pleaded guilty to smuggling lab equipment to Russian companies in violation of U.S. sanctions.
Some of the fans who received the email have long histories with the team, and there are a lot of concerns.
The Board of Trade Museum is open from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. Monday through Friday, and is closed on weekends and federal holidays.
Right now, it is not exactly clear how the tax will be passed onto the consumer. But vaping products and popular Zyn pouches will now be subject to a 45% tax — up from 15%.
Taylor Swift and Travis Kelce announced the news of their engagement with photos on Instagram.
Oasis won't be in Chicago for another two days, but you can get merch from their tour now.
A Maryland ticket broker is accused of illegally purchasing and reselling hundreds of thousands of tickets for profit, including thousands to Taylor Swift's highly-sought Eras Tour.
President Trump announced this year's "truly exceptional class" of Kennedy Center Honorees and said he will host the annual ceremony himself.
UFC CEO Dana White confirmed plans for a July 4, 2026 fight at the White House to mark America's 250th birthday.
Sunny and warm with highs in the upper 70s Wednesday. Get the latest seven day forecast from our First Alert Weather team.
The shooting at Annunciation Catholic School in south Minneapolis killed two children, aged 8 and 10, and injured 17 other people, including 14 other kids. The shooter died of a self-inflicted gunshot wound, officials said.
Latino leaders and immigrant rights groups in Chicago are joining the debate over whether the National Guard should be sent to the city. Members of the Illinois Legislative Latino Caucus, the Resurrection Project, the Illinois Coalition for Immigrant and Refugee Rights, and other immigrant rights activists stood together at Federal Plaza, saying deploying troops on city streets would intimidate residents and create fear, not safety.
Two children aged 8 and 10 were killed and 14 more were in injured in a Minneapolis shooting at Annunciation Catholic School, police and Mayor James Frey said. Police said there were 17 total injuries, and at least two children are in critical condition.
Chicago police are looking for a burglary crew they say have been targeting businesses in several neighborhoods on Chicago’s West and Southwest Sides.
The shooter died of a self-inflicted gunshot wound at Annunciation Catholic School, officials confirmed.
Police said officers were responding to reports of a burglary from freight train cars in Englewood when a suspect in an SUV struck an officer, prompting other officers to open fire.
Latino leaders and immigrant rights groups in Chicago are joining the debate over whether the National Guard should be sent to the city.
Some students were not pleased at all when they found the exterior doors gone from most of the men's and women's restrooms on the very first day back to class this year.
Chicago police are looking for a burglary crew they say have been targeting businesses in several neighborhoods on Chicago's West and Southwest Sides.
Questions have arisen about the future of Illinois' criminal detention system, in light of President Trump's executive order to bring back cash bail.
Anthony Filomena said his firing by the Chicago Blackhawks has made it difficult to find another job in public relations.
In an exclusive interview, a whistleblower said the mental health crews want to work — but are being held back from helping people by limited hours and red tape.
Illinois is one of 20 states now suing the Trump administration for withholding grant money for crime victims. In Illinois, $54 million goes to provide services for crime victims. Workers warn many will now be left behind.
Neighbors in Lincoln Park said mail trucks parked as far as the eye can see along busy Clark Street aren't just taking up valuable parking, but potentially putting students in danger while they walk to school.
Justin Verlander finally won at home for the first time since joining the Giants.
Colson Montgomery homered for the fourth consecutive game, and fellow rookie Kyle Teel had three hits and an RBI for the White Sox.
The Crosstown Classic series will be at Rate Field May 15-17, and Wrigley Field Aug. 17-19.
The running back room is running low on healthy bodies — with week one of the regular season right around the corner.
For the first time in their history, the Chicago White Sox will open their season next year against a National League opponent when they visit the Milwaukee Brewers on Opening Day on March 26.
Two young children were killed and 17 others were injured in a shooting during a Catholic Mass packed with young students in south Minneapolis Wednesday morning. The gunman is also dead.
Danya Bell, 29, was charged with one felony count of causing child endangerment and death.
Chicago police are investigating after a large group burglarized the Nordstrom in River North Sunday evening.
At a news conference Monday afternoon on reported plans by President Trump to send the military to Chicago, state and city leaders forcefully rejected the notion. "Mr. President, do not come to Chicago," said Gov. JB Pritzker.
Police said the suspect attempted to flee the scene in a gray sedan and hit a pole.
