Tornados possible in Chicago area Saturday night after morning tornadoes in Naperville, Crest Hill, Joliet
The National Weather Service said that thunderstorms heading across Northern Illinois Saturday evening have "the potential to deliver all severe hazards to the region, including damaging straight line winds and a few brief tornadoes."
Tornadoes hit Chicago suburbs of Crest Hill, Joliet, Naperville on Saturday, Weather Service confirms
The tornado that started in Crest Hill tracked into the north side of Joliet before lifting. It was an EF-0 with peak winds of 70 mph. The tornado that hit the southwest side of Naperville has also been assigned a preliminary EF-0 rating with peak estimated winds of 80 mph.
Durbin calls for more gun control, says Highland Park police were 'up against a mighty weapon'
Illinois Sen. Dick Durbin is calling for more action on gun safety in the wake of a mass shooting in Highland Park.
Cooper Roberts, boy shot at Highland Park parade, sees condition worsen after brief improvement
Cooper Roberts, the 8-year-old boy who was paralyzed when he was shot in the Highland Park Fourth of July parade mass shooting, is still experiencing ups and downs in his recovery, according to a new update from his family.
Cooper Roberts, boy shot at Highland Park parade, sees condition worsen after brief improvement
Cooper Roberts, the 8-year-old boy who was paralyzed when he was shot in the Highland Park Fourth of July parade mass shooting, is still experiencing ups and downs in his recovery, according to a new update from his family.
Judge tells Illinois woman she failed her moral duties as a mother after her 11-year-old child dies
'CRIMINAL AND RECKLESS': A woman has been sentenced to eight years in prison for involuntary manslaughter and child endangerment of her own child.
Man wore Halloween mask, robbed Antioch residence: police
Michael Tangney, 30, was wearing a Halloween mask and allegedly in possession of stolen items, as well as cocaine and methamphetamine when he was captured by police.
Libertyville man found guilty of 17 counts of sexual assault
A Lake County jury found a Libertyville man guilty of 17 counts of sexual assault Thursday.
8 shot, 1 fatally, in three shootings overnight in Lake County
Police, firefighters and hospital personnel in Lake County were busy overnight after eight people were shot, one fatally, in three major shootings in Waukegan and North Chicago.
8 wounded overnight in separate Lake County shootings
No one is in custody after eight people were wounded in shootings overnight in Lake County, Illinois.
Illinois lawmakers call for stricter gun laws during US Senate hearing
Sen. Dick Durbin (D-Ill.) set the stage Wednesday during a Senate judicial committee hearing on the deadly Highland Park shooting.
Illinois lawmakers make case for stricter gun control during Senate committee hearing on the Highland Park shooting
U.S. Sens. Dick Durbin and Tammy Duckworth made impassioned pleas for stricter gun control measures in wake of the deadly Highland Park shooting.
Chicago's Mexican consulate warns of new scam targeting Latino victims in Highland Park shooting
The Mexican consulate in Chicago is warning of a scam where criminals are preying on Latino victims of the Highland Park shooting.
Former Highland Park officer returns from Ohio to help
The Highland Park police chief interrupted a meeting of officers to bring in a familiar face, who was greeted with hugs and cheers. That warm welcome was for Nate Maring, a former co-worker answering the call to help.
Former Highland Park cop returns from Ohio to help after parade shooting
"To say that they're my family is the only way to describe it. And so, it's just good to be back and help them," said Officer Nate Maring of the West Chester, Ohio, police department.
Former Highland Park cop returns to help after parade shooting
Inside the Highland Park Police Department, a welcome surprise arrived this weekend.
Historic Long Grove covered bridge struck again by vehicle
It is the 35th time the covered bridge in Lake County has been hit since 2020.
Long Grove covered bridge hit for 35th time since 2020
Long Grove's historic covered bridge is once again in need of repairs.
Smashing Pumpkins' Billy Corgan to play free Highland Park benefit concert
Smashing Pumpkins frontman Billy Corgan is a 20-year resident of Highland Park.
Highland Park funerals to conclude with tribute to slain dad
One family has endured double the sorrow after a gunman opened fire at an Independence Day parade two weeks ago in Highland Park.