Chicago police officer's gun found unattended in courthouse bathroom, sparking investigation: officials
A Chicago police officer's gun was found unattended in a courthouse bathroom Thursday morning, prompting an internal investigation, authorities said.
Chicago City Council OKs $280K settlement with activist struck by officer in 2020
The Chicago City Council approved a $280,000 settlement with an activist who was struck and injured by a CPD officer in 2020.
Video captures crew wanted in Morton Grove and Chicago smash-and-grab burglaries
Police say one crew is behind at least a dozen smash-and-grab burglaries.
Video shows brazen burglars shatter windows, steal cash in Northwest Side heist
Thieves shattered glass doors and windows at five restaurants in Chicago’s Northwest Side, stealing cash in a series of early-morning burglaries.
Illinois man sentenced in cannabis DUI crash that killed 4-year-old girl
A DeKalb man was sentenced to 12 ½ years in prison for a cannabis DUI crash that killed a 4-year-old girl and seriously injured her mother in Kane County.
Johnson questioned about CPD's involvement in identifying migrants
In a congressional hearing on Capitol Hill on Wednesday, Mayor Brandon Johnson defended Chicago’s sanctuary policies against Rep. Brian Jack’s questions on law enforcement cooperation with federal immigration authorities.
Spokesperson for law group representing dozens of Highland Park shooting victims speaks out
The spokesperson said the victims were looking for closure.
Fallen Officer Andres Vasquez-Lasso honored on 2nd anniversary of his death
Exactly two years ago today, Chicago Police Officer Andres Vasquez-Lasso was shot and killed while responding to a call for help.
COPA investigating officer-involved shooting in East Side
The Civilian Office of Police Accountability is investigating an officer-involved shooting Friday afternoon.
Suburban police search for driver who struck pedestrian, fled the scene
Suburban police are searching for a vehicle wanted in a hit-and-run crash that left one person injured earlier this month.
Chicago pediatrician facing animal abuse charges due in court
A 38-year-old pediatrician is set to appear in court on animal abuse charges Thursday afternoon.
Chicago police detail charges against man accused of 5 murders
Chicago police detailed the charges against a man accused of multiple fatal shootings in 2020, as well as four other attempted murders.
Logan Square residents demand answers from police after string of sexual assaults
A meeting was held Tuesday night at a church in Humboldt Park.
Robert Crimo III trial: Highland Park parade shooting case moves to jury selection
The trial for the man accused of killing seven people and injuring dozens more at a Fourth of July parade in north suburban Chicago in 2022 is set to begin today.
'Get Behind the Vest' campaign helps Chicago officers, K9s replace bulletproof vests
Over time, a police officer's bulletproof vest loses its effectiveness, and in Chicago, replacing it falls to the officer wearing the badge.
Chicago police officer hurt in crash while responding to another collision on South Side
A Chicago police officer was injured in a crash while responding to a separate multi-vehicle crash on the city's South Side.
Chicago woman demands police reform 6 years after botched raid
Friday marked the 6th anniversary of the wrongful police raid of Anjanette Young's home.
Chicago cop accidentally fires gun during arrest after police chase
An expressway police chase ended with a Chicago police officer accidentally firing their gun while arresting three suspects Thursday morning in the Austin neighborhood.
Pancake breakfast to raise money for bulletproof vests for Chicago police officers
Ald. Matt O'Shea (19th) is about to host his 11th annual "Get Behind the Vest" pancake breakfast this weekend top benefit the Chicago Police Memorial Foundation.
Chicago cop accidentally fires gun during arrest after police chase
An expressway police chase ended with a Chicago police officer accidentally firing their gun while arresting three suspects Thursday morning in the Austin neighborhood.