African American Heritage Water Trail traces Black history along Little Calumet River

"It is a 12-mile-long water trail that covers at least two centuries worth of history, ranging from the Underground Railroad, the Civil Rights movement, the birth of justice movement," said Lillian Holden, Openlands Education and Outreach Coordinator:

Cook County woman charged with stealing $1.5M in chicken wings from school district

Bond was set at $150,000 Thursday for a Dolton woman accused of stealing over $1.5 million of food - primarily chicken wings - while working as a consultant for a school district in south suburban Cook County, according to court documents.

Community activist turns attention to safety locks to promote responsible gun ownership

A community activist and politician known for his anti-violence efforts is working to draw attention to a simple tool he said will help prevent senseless gun deaths and injuries.

Cook County man sentenced to 34 years for robbing gas station at gunpoint, carjacking man in Addison

James Kimbrough kicked his way into a secured area of an Addison gas station where the clerk was working and stole money and Swisher Sweet cigars. Just a few weeks later, he carjacked a man at gunpoint.

Fiery car v. semi crash leaves 1 dead in Dolton

A car spun out and struck a semi-tractor leaving one dead in Dolton Wednesday morning. 

Oak Forest residents help police nab suspected car thief

Police in Oak Forest were able to apprehend a suspected car thief this week with the assistance of some sharp-eyed residents.

Chicago man wanted in Illinois carjacking spree arrested in Dolton

A Chicago man who was allegedly part of a crew wanted for stealing several vehicles across central Illinois was taken into custody Friday night in Dolton.

Girl, 4, killed in crash in Dolton, police investigating whether driver was impaired

A 4-year-old girl was killed in a car crash Saturday evening in south suburban Dolton, and police said they were investigating whether the driver was under the influence.

Family of woman killed by Dolton police files lawsuit
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The family of 19-year-old Alexis Wilson, who was shot and killed by Dolton police, is suing the department.

Amber Alert canceled for 15-year-old girl kidnapped in Dolton
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An Amber Alert was canceled early Tuesday for a 15-year-old girl who was kidnapped Monday afternoon in Dolton, Illinois.