Indiana pair charged with murder after discovery of bone fragments in backyard fire pit
Two people have been charged with murder following the discovery of bone fragments on a property in northwest Indiana earlier this week.
FBI warns of possible violence in U.S. ahead of Oct. 7 anniversary
The FBI issued a warning in a memo Friday ahead of the anniversary of the Hamas attack against Israel on Oct. 7, 2023. Here's what we know.
Illinois Republican lawmakers demand investigation into reported abuse at South Side youth facility
Republican lawmakers are calling for a full investigation into reports of physical and sexual abuse at a youth facility on Chicago's South Side.
Chicago police involved in chase on South Side
Chicago police were pursuing a suspect Friday on the city's South Side.
Will County man on pre-trial release for drug offense arrested for fleeing police, crashing car: prosecutors
A Will County man was arrested this week after allegedly fleeing from police during a traffic stop in Woodridge.
10-year-old driving stolen car nearly hits children on Minneapolis playground: Video
Minneapolis police say a 10-year-old boy has been arrested after stealing a car and driving recklessly near a crowded school playground, nearly hitting children who were playing outside.
Gunman robs 28-year-old man then shoots him in South Shore: police
A man was critically wounded after being robbed and shot in South Shore Friday morning.
South Carolina killer mom Susan Smith, who drowned sons, up for release as experts sound alarm
Susan Smith watched as her two young sons drowned in a lake for six minutes in 1994.
7-Eleven clerk in Park Ridge robbed at knifepoint; no suspects in custody
Park Ridge police are investigating an armed robbery that took place early Friday morning.
Gresham stabbing leaves man critically wounded
A man was stabbed and critically wounded Friday morning in the Gresham neighborhood on Chicago's South Side.
3 arrested after burglarizing freight train on SW Side: police
Three people were arrested after allegedly burglarizing a railcard Thursday night on Chicago's Southwest Side.
High-speed crash damages truck, house and lightpole on Chicago's South Side
A driver was hospitalized after speeding through a red light and crashing his car in a West Englewood intersection Friday morning.
Teen charged with attempted murder in Mount Prospect shooting; second suspect at large: police
A 16-year-old boy is in custody in connection with a recent shooting in northwest suburban Mount Prospect.
Success story highlights impact of Chicago's youth programs on reducing violence
Chicago’s efforts to reduce youth violence are showing encouraging results.
Daly City gym custodian followed home and shot dead by member who flouted rules: DA
A 60-year-old custodian at a Daly City gym was shot and killed near his home by a gunman who had repeatedly violated gym etiquette, authorities said Thursday.
CTA Red Line shooting: Chicago woman charged with attempted murder
A Chicago woman has been charged with attempted murder after allegedly shooting a man Wednesday on a CTA Red Line train.
Garth Brooks accused of sexual assault and battery by makeup artist in new lawsuit
A former makeup artist for Garth Brooks accused the country music star of sexual assault and battery in a lawsuit filed Thursday.
Three Memphis police officers convicted in Tyre Nichols beating but cleared of major civil rights charges
Three former Memphis police officers have been convicted in the fatal beating of Tyre Nichols, but were acquitted of the most severe civil rights charges.
Some youth anti-violence programs in Chicago working
The work being done in Chicago aimed at reducing youth violence is working, according to a report.
Englewood shooting: Same bullet hits Chicago police officer, 16-year-old suspect
A Chicago police officer and a 16-year-old are hospitalized after a shooting in the city's Englewood neighborhood.