Brissa Romero: Official cause of death released
The Lake County Coroner's Office on Wednesday released the official cause of death for Brissa Romero, whose body and car were pulled from a retention pond in Vernon Hills last month.
Brissa Romero: Official cause of death released for teen found dead in Vernon Hills pond
The Lake County Coroner's Office on Wednesday released the official cause of death for Brissa Romero, whose body and car were pulled from a retention pond in Vernon Hills last month.
Devastating blaze at Antioch apartment building displaces 15 people, kills 6 pets
A massive fire at an Antioch apartment building left 15 people displaced and six pets deceased.
Trial delayed for accused Highland Park parade shooter
A judge postponed the trial of a man accused of killing seven people at a Fourth of July parade in suburban Chicago in 2022.
Trial postponed for accused Highland Park parade shooter
A judge postponed the trial of a man accused of killing seven people at a Fourth of July parade in suburban Chicago in 2022 after his lawyer on Wednesday asked for more time to review evidence. The trial had been slated to begin next month, and a new date has not been set.
Lake County road crews prep for more snow Tuesday
Snow has been causing issues in Lake County on Tuesday. FOX 32's Mike Caplan spoke with Warren Township Highways Commissioner Amy Sarver as her team monitors conditions in the northern suburbs.
Park City crash: Illinois man fatally struck by vehicle
A 39-year-old man who was fatally struck by a vehicle on Friday in Park City, Illinois, has been identified.
Highland Park shooting suspect will no longer represent himself
The man accused of killing seven people and wounding dozens of others in the Highland Park 4th of July parade shooting in 2022 appeared in court Friday morning.
Some Lake County inmates to be held at McHenry County Jail due to staffing shortage
Some inmates at the Lake County Jail are being moved for safety reasons. One hundred fifty inmates will be temporarily held at the McHenry County Jail. The Lake County Sheriff says this will alleviate safety concerns due to a staffing shortage.
Waukegan police officer charged after throwing handcuffed man to the ground
A Waukegan police officer who threw down a suspect while he was handcuffed is facing battery and misconduct charges.
Lake County to house inmates at McHenry County Jail amid 'staffing crisis'
The Lake County Sheriff's Office plans to temporarily house up to 150 inmates at the McHenry County Jail amid a "staffing crisis."
North Chicago City Council passes bus ordinance effective immediately
Another Chicago suburb has passed a transportation ordinance for bus companies bringing migrants to Illinois. North Chicago City Council unanimously passed an ordinance that requires coordination and imposes a specific drop-off time frame on busing companies.
Chicago-area migrant bus battle intensifies as more towns crack down
The migrant bus battle in the suburbs is intensifying, and the list of villages and towns trying to prevent random drop-offs and rogue buses is growing longer.
Mysterious natural gas smell in Chicago's north and northwest suburbs traced to Iowa
On Tuesday, residents in Chicago's north and northwest suburbs reported an unusual smell of natural gas in the air.
Mysterious natural gas smell in Chicago's suburbs
On Tuesday, residents in Chicago's north and northwest suburbs reported an unusual smell of natural gas in the air.
Teen aims to save St. Bede School in Ingleside
A teenager has started a campaign to save her elementary school in Ingleside.
North Chicago to discuss migrant bus ordinance
Another Chicago suburb plans to consider an ordinance restricting bus companies that are transporting migrants. North Chicago City Council will discuss the topic at a meeting Tuesday night.
Police chase: Illinois driver leads Wisconsin police on pursuit across state border
Wisconsin police chased an Illinois resident from Kenosha, across the state border, into Lake County last week.
Polar Bear Plunge raises money for a good cause in Waukegan
Hearty people took the plunge this New Year’s Day in Waukegan.
Polar Bear Plunge raises money for a good cause in Waukegan
Hearty people are taking the plunge this New Year’s Day. Over 250 people pre-registered for the 25th Annual Waukegan Polar Bear Plunge, held at the Waukegan Municipal Beach, 201 E. Sea Horse Drive.