2026 Fourth of July firework shows across Chicago area

The Fourth of July is fast approaching and Chicagoland is gearing up to celebrate with fireworks.

'There's no such thing as privacy': Child cyber crimes expert talks protecting kids online
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With a Georgia man charged with luring a Lake County teen into a relationship after meeting online, concerns about children's online safety are growing. Former Naperville detective Rich Wistocki explains how parents can recognize the warning signs that their child may be communicating with an online predator.

Illinois police chief issues warning to parents after Georgia man allegedly traveled to meet local girl

A Georgia man is accused of driving to Illinois to meet a young girl, and police found them within 12 hours of her disappearance. Lake County Chief Chris Covelli has a warning for parents.

'Everything happened so wrong': Family seeks accountability after Mundelein police shooting
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Community members in Mundelein are demanding justice for Mary Alice Love, who was fatally shot by police during a reported mental health crisis. Her family and attorney are calling for answers and accountability.

Chicago weather: Dry through Saturday, rain likely on Father's Day

Enjoy the sunshine while it lasts. Dry weather sticks around through Saturday before a cooler, wetter pattern moves in. Father's Day plans may need a backup option.

Demonstrators call for answers after fatal police shooting in Mundelein
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A growing call for answers in Mundelein tonight. Family members, activists, and community supporters gathered today to protest the fatal police shooting of Mary Alice Love. they are pushing for accountability.  Leslie Moreno has more.

Family demands accountability in Mundelein police shooting

Family members, friends and activists gathered in Mundelein Thursday evening to demand accountability following the fatal police shooting of 37-year-old Mary Alice Love.

Protest planned after police shooting in Mundelein
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 A protest is planned tonight in Mundelein after police killed a woman during what her family describes as a mental health crisis.  Now, they're demanding answers and accountability.  Leslie Moreno is live in Mundelein with the latest.

Video shows moments before Mundelein officer fatally shoots woman

Body camera footage released by authorities shows a Mundelein police officer fatally shooting a woman who police said approached officers and a family member while armed with two large knives.

Man charged with drug-impaired driving in deadly January crash: officials

A man has been charged with reckless homicide after he was found under the influence of drugs during a fatal crash in Deer Park earlier this year, according to the Lake County Sheriff's Office.

Terry Fator brings comedy, music and puppets to Waukegan stage
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America’s Got Talent” winner Terry Fator stopped by with his puppet sidekick Winston the Impersonating Turtle ahead of his latest live performance at the Genesee Theatre.

Patron at Gurnee motel attacked workers with bat during dispute, police say

A dispute at a motel in north suburban Gurnee turned violent late Tuesday morning when a suspect allegedly used a bat to beat a female clerk and other workers.

DUI charge for Gurnee woman in fatal I-94 crash, ISP says

A woman was charged with driving under the influence after a fatal crash on I-94 in Gurnee early Saturday morning.

Summer fun at Ravinia District in Highland Park
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The Ravinia District is known to be a historic neighborhood in suburban Highland Park with many restaurants, specialty shops, and other fun activities this summer.