Cook County Sheriff's Office hosts free vehicle light repair event in Markham
If you've ever had a broken taillight, you know they're usually not cheap to fix.
How to stay cool in Chicago's soupy heat
It will continue to be extremely hot and humid through Thursday this week. Cook County has several places available for people to go to keep cool in this weather. There are many tips to stay safe while braving the weather, as well, such as staying hydrated and avoiding sugary drinks.
Cook County Clerk's Office extends hours for back-to-school birth certificates
The extended hours aim to accommodate busy parents who may find it challenging to visit during regular business hours.
Cook County man charged with firing shots toward Chicago cops during foot pursuit
A Cook County man has been charged with firing shots at police officers during a foot pursuit in South Shore Saturday.
Person shot, seriously wounded on I-57 in Markham
A person was seriously wounded in a shooting on Interstate 57 Sunday night in Markham.
Chicago area murder suspect arrested after being shot by 3-year-old
An Indiana man wanted for murder was reportedly taken into custody this week after he went to a hospital for a wound he suffered when a 3-year-old got ahold of a gun.
Age is Just a Number: Chicago-based 40+ Double Dutch Club takes the world by storm
It’s an international club where jumping for joy is a prerequisite. But there’s one rule: you must be over 40 to join.
Bond set for Cook County mom charged in death of baby girl
Bond was set at $20,000, and Melody Townsend is currently being held at the Cook County Jail.
Bond set for mom charged in death of baby girl
A suburban mother is now charged in the 2017 death of her little girl.
Mom charged nearly six years after baby daughter's death
The mother of a baby girl who was found burned to death in a Markham house fire in 2017 has been charged with felony child endangerment and concealing and aiding a fugitive.
Markham cold case: Charges filed in 2017 death of baby Jane Doe
The mother of a baby girl who was found burned to death in a Markham house fire in 2017 has been charged with felony child endangerment and concealing and aiding a fugitive.
Markham cold case: Charges filed in 2017 death of baby Jane Doe
The mother of a baby girl who was found burned to death in a Markham house fire in 2017 has finally been arrested and charged, police announced on Thursday.
Last Illinois Tuskegee airman remembered
Oscar Lawton Wilkerson, Jr., better known as Wilk, passed away a day before his 97th birthday, but his legacy will remain forever.
Markham mayor meets father after 61 years thanks to Ancestry DNA test
It took the mayor of Markham 61 years to find his father and it all started with DNA submitted through Ancestry.com.
Suburban mayor meets father after 61 years thanks to Ancestry DNA test
Agpawa's mother left him in the care of his grandparents as an infant, his mother was ashamed because she had a child out of wedlock.
Markham mayor meets father after 61 years thanks to DNA test
It took the mayor of Markham 61 years to find his father and it all started with DNA submitted through Ancestry.com.
$12M settlement reached for boy shot in Richton Park SWAT raid
Lawyers for Amir Worship, a boy shot by police during a home raid in 2019, are calling on the Cook County State's Attorney to reopen the investigation into the officer involved.
Vehicle split in half in fatal crash after police chase in Hazel Crest
Two people were killed and a third person was seriously injured Tuesday night after a police pursuit ended in a high speed crash in south suburban Hazel Crest.
Markham police: 2 killed, 2 injured in overnight crash on 159th Street
Markham police say two people were killed, and two others were injured in an overnight car crash on 159th Street near the Tri-State.
At least 2 cars involved in overnight crash near Tri-State in Markham
Markham police investigate a multi-vehicle crash that happened Friday night on 159th Street near the Tri-State Tollway. Further details will be release at a press conference Saturday morning.