Gun control advocates, Illinois law enforcement officials take aim at assault weapons
"We're not here to negotiate," said gun rights lobbyist Todd Vandermyde." I'm here to tell you that if house bill 5855 or anything remotely like it passes, we will see you in court."
Cook County adds child-friendly literacy nook inside jail's lobby
The nook features books, toys, educational items and artwork by Chicago-based artist Steve Musgrave.
Cook County Jail adds new space for children of the incarcerated
The nook features books, toys, educational items and artwork by Chicago-based artist Steve Musgrave.
Sheriff Tom Dart gets Cook County funding for helicopter to track carjackers
Cook County Sheriff Tom Dart said Thursday his agency will acquire a helicopter to track carjackers, look for missing people and offer aid during large-scale emergencies.
Cook County Sheriff race: Dolton cop suing over being removed from ballot
A former candidate for Cook County Sheriff filed a federal civil rights lawsuit, claiming she was wrongfully bumped from the ballot.
Cook County Sheriff race: Dolton cop suing over being removed from ballot
A former candidate for Cook County Sheriff filed a federal civil rights lawsuit, claiming she was wrongfully bumped from the ballot.
Cook County Sheriff Dart launches anti-carjacking initiative
The Cook County sheriff has rolled out a new anti-carjacking initiative to further respond to what he calls a plague facing the city and suburbs.
Cook County Sheriff unveils new plan to track stolen vehicles
Sheriff Tom Dart is rolling out an anti-carjacking initiative aimed at deterring thieves using vehicle tracking. Drivers can register online and give law enforcement permission to track their car in the event that it's stolen.
Cook County Sheriff cracks down on carjacking with new initiative
Cook County Sheriff Tom Dart describes law enforcement's anti-theft tracking initiative which uses window decals to deter carjackers.
Craigslist ad leads to sexual assaults in Des Plaines
A suburban man is accused of using Craigslist to find a roommate, but what he allegedly did next has sparked a warning from police.
Cook County sheriff Tom Dart demands regulations on ammunition sales
As lawmakers in Washington D.C. work to crack down on gun control, Cook County Sheriff Tom Dart is targeting ammunition sales.
Cook County sheriff demands regulations on ammunition sales
As lawmakers in Washington D.C. work to crack down on gun control, Cook County Sheriff Tom Dart is targeting ammunition sales.
Cook County specialized unit searches for missing children who are supposed to be in custody of DCFS
Tom Dart's unit has found more than 1,000 kids, and for many years working hand in hand with DCFS, who also pays for the salaries of four officers on the unit.
Cook County specialized unit has found over 1000 missing children
Everyday officers with the Sheriff Department’s Child Rescue Unit crisscrosses Cook County in search of missing kids, who are supposed to be in custody of the Department of Child and Family Services, but are not, for a number of reasons.
Cook County Sheriff's Office sets up River North command post in response to bump in crime
The Cook County Sheriff’s Office is launching a new post in Chicago’s River North neighborhood in an effort to curb crime in the busy entertainment district.
Cook County Sheriff's Office opens command post to boost police presence in River North
Cook County Sheriff Tom Dart spoke at the opening of their new command post in River North on Wednesday, providing additional police presence in one of Chicago's busiest entertainment districts.
Cook County sheriff wants to enlist automakers in curbing carjackings
Last year, more carjackings were reported in Chicago than any other city in the nation. Cook County Sheriff Tom Dart talks about new legislation that would require automakers to help police investigate carjackings.
Cook County Sheriff Tom Dart raises concerns about change in electronic monitoring program
Tom Dart's office says more than 20 defendants have already been rearrested while on "essential movement," for committing crimes like armed robbery, retail theft, and gun violations.
Cook County Sheriff's questions change to electronic monitoring system
Cook County Sheriff Tom Dart is raising some serious concerns about a recent change to the county's electronic monitoring program.
Carjacking crackdown: Dart, Durbin ask for federal help in curbing Chicago crime
Cook County Sheriff Tom Dart and Sen. Dick Durbin are looking for federal help to crack down on carjackings.