Woodridge man charged for sexually abusing a 15-year-old boy: prosecutors

A Woodridge man has been charged with sexually abusing a 15-year-old boy he met on Snapchat, according to the DuPage County State's Attorney.

Former Chicago school employee charged with child sexual assault, grooming

A Chicago man accused of multiple child sex-related offenses has pleaded not guilty to one of the charges stemming from an ongoing criminal case.

Chicago neighbor speaks on deadly mass shooting in Back of the Yards
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A mass shooting on Chicago's Southwest Side left two dead and five injured after gunmen opened fire on a crowd early Friday morning, police said.

James Handy, veteran character actor, dies at 81

James Handy appeared in various television shows and movies during his career, including “Jumanji" and “Top Gun: Maverick."

Father Pfleger hosts event aimed at addressing teen takeovers in Chicago
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Father Michael Pfleger discusses a Saint Sabina event focused on teen takeovers, possible solutions, the city's role, social media's influence and what young people are saying.

Chicago man charged in violent robbery near Wrigley Field

A Chicago man has been charged in connection with a pair of violent robberies dating back to mid-April.

Duo charged with burglarizing Chicago freight train carrying portable AC units

Two men are facing felony burglary charges after authorities say they were caught stealing portable AC units from a freight train on Chicago's South Side.

Chicago mass shooting: 2 killed, 5 injured in Back of the Yards
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A mass shooting on Chicago's Southwest Side left two dead and five injured after gunmen opened fire on a crowd early Friday morning, police said.

Watch: Truck-driving preacher helps thwart alleged kidnapping

A woman was out for a walk when a man came from behind, handcuffed her and forced her into a car. Her dramatic escape was caught on dashboard camera.

Convicted felon charged after loaded gun found at Naperville TopGolf: prosecutors

A previously convicted felon has been charged after a loaded gun in the parking lot of the Naperville TopGolf, according to DuPage County State’s Attorney.

Bomb squad responds to incident on I-290 in Cook County; fatality confirmed
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Police, a bomb squad and federal agents are responding to an incident on the Eisenhower Expressway on Thursday, forcing the closure of I-290 in both directions near Interstate 294.

Chicago braces for teen takeovers at Foster Beach
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 Chicago police are getting ready for another big teen gathering, this time at Foster Beach.  City leaders are warning residents to expect large crowds and a heavy police presence to match.  Leslie Moreno has the details.

Amazon employee killed in shooting at Melrose Park delivery station
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 An Amazon employee is dead after a shooting at a delivery station in the west suburbs this morning.  Police are still searching for the shooter.  Lauren Scafidi is live in Melrose Park.

Police search for suspect in fatal shooting at Melrose Park Amazon delivery station

An Amazon employee was fatally shot at a Melrose Park delivery station Thursday morning in what police believe was a targeted attack stemming from a personal dispute, and the suspect remains at large.

Chicago man accused of attacking woman, running her over turns himself in: sheriff

A Chicago man accused of attacking a woman in her home, stealing her purse and then striking her with a vehicle is now in custody after turning himself in, authorities said.

Detective accused of pulling gun on officer over microwaved fish

A South Carolina detective has been arrested and fired after allegedly pointing his department-issued firearm at a fellow officer inside the Myrtle Beach Police Department, according to authorities.