Cook County crime: Man charged after ghost gun found; $1.3M in stolen cargo recovered in separate case

A 20-year-old man is charged after Cook County deputies said they found a loaded ghost gun during a traffic stop. Meanwhile, investigators recovered more than $1.3 million in stolen cargo in a separate case.

Robbins mayor calls for body camera footage after arrest in Calumet Park

Robbins Mayor Darren Bryant says he is calling for the release of body camera footage after an early morning encounter with police in Calumet Park, Illinois that led to his arrest, vehicle tow, and multiple citations.

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Mayor Darren Bryant highlights new investments and development opportunities as the south suburban community looks to attract growth. 

Blue Island man charged with DUI in fatal hit-and-run of scooter rider: officials

A Blue Island man has been charged in a fatal hit-and-run with a man in a mobility scooter in Robbins, according to the Cook County Sheriff's Office.

One killed in Robbins shooting, spokesperson says

An investigation is underway after a person was found shot to death early Friday in Chicago's south suburbs.

19-year-old found asleep with stolen gun in Cook County released with conditions, records show

A 19-year-old man arrested last month after Cook County Sheriff’s officers said they found him asleep behind the wheel of a running car with a loaded, stolen gun has been released under conditions, according to court records.

Teen found asleep behind the wheel with loaded stolen gun, police say

A 19-year-old man was arrested after Cook County Sheriff’s police found him asleep behind the wheel of a running vehicle with a stolen, loaded gun, authorities said.