Lincolnshire officer struck by reckless motorist driving in circles
A police officer was injured while attempting to protect motorists from a reckless driver Thursday night in northwest suburban Lincolnshire.
A police officer was injured while attempting to protect motorists from a reckless driver Thursday night in northwest suburban Lincolnshire.
Wadsworth man facing child porn charges sought by police
Law enforcement in Lake County are searching for an 18-year-old man who is accused of possessing child pornography.
Law enforcement in Lake County are searching for an 18-year-old man who is accused of possessing child pornography.
Six Flags Great America opens this weekend to the delight of thrill-seekers
FOX 32's Roseanne Tellez talks about all the new additions to Six Flags Great America this season and what you can expect from the Gurnee amusement park.
FOX 32's Roseanne Tellez talks about all the new additions to Six Flags Great America this season and what you can expect from the Gurnee amusement park.
North Chicago aims to open beach closed since the 1930s by July
After being closed for decades, a beach in North Chicago is getting new life.
After being closed for decades, a beach in North Chicago is getting new life.
North Chicago hopes to open Foss Park Beach by July 4
North Chicago aims to open beach closed since the 1930s in July
North Chicago aims to open beach closed since the 1930s in July
Judge sentences widow of disgraced Fox Lake cop to probation
Melodie Gliniewicz, widow of disgraced Fox Lake police lieutenant Joe Gliniewicz, was sentenced Tuesday to 24 months probation.
Melodie Gliniewicz, widow of disgraced Fox Lake police lieutenant Joe Gliniewicz, was sentenced Tuesday to 24 months probation.
Melodie Gliniewicz sentenced to probation
Melodie Gliniewicz, widow of disgraced Fox Lake police lieutenant Joe Gliniewicz, was sentenced Tuesday to 24 months probation.
Melodie Gliniewicz, widow of disgraced Fox Lake police lieutenant Joe Gliniewicz, was sentenced Tuesday to 24 months probation.
Melodie Gliniewicz, wife of Fox Lake officer who shot himself to cover up crimes, gets probation
Melodie Gliniewicz, widow of disgraced Fox Lake police lieutenant Joe Gliniewicz, was sentenced Tuesday to 24 months probation.
Melodie Gliniewicz, widow of disgraced Fox Lake police lieutenant Joe Gliniewicz, was sentenced Tuesday to 24 months probation.
Driver who fatally struck pedestrian in Ingleside had 'numerous drugs in system'
A 40-year-old man had numerous drugs in his system when he fatally struck a pedestrian last year in Northwest suburban Ingleside, according to the Lake County Sheriff's Office.
A 40-year-old man had numerous drugs in his system when he fatally struck a pedestrian last year in Northwest suburban Ingleside, according to the Lake County Sheriff's Office.
'Gender Queer' book causes controversy in suburban Chicago high schools
Antioch public school parents are outraged over a controversial book in two high school libraries.
Antioch public school parents are outraged over a controversial book in two high school libraries.
Chicago area parents want controversial book pulled from library shelves
Antioch public school parents are outraged over a controversial book in two high school libraries.
Antioch public school parents are outraged over a controversial book in two high school libraries.
North Chicago man charged with trafficking cocaine, illegally possessing loaded gun
If convicted, federal officials say Gilberto Almanza faces a mandatory minimum sentence of 15 years in prison and a maximum of life.
If convicted, federal officials say Gilberto Almanza faces a mandatory minimum sentence of 15 years in prison and a maximum of life.
Gunman opens fire on vehicle in Waukegan, 2 bystanders wounded
Two bystanders were wounded Sunday night when the occupant of a pickup truck opened fire on another vehicle in north suburban Waukegan.
Two bystanders were wounded Sunday night when the occupant of a pickup truck opened fire on another vehicle in north suburban Waukegan.
After body is found in DuPage County, Round Lake resident Francisco Maldonado charged with murder
The DuPage County State's Attorney said on Saturday that Francisco Maldonado went with Francisco Zavala and another man on January 29 to a location near Munger Road. Maldonado allegedly shot Zavala several times. His body was found on March 3.
The DuPage County State's Attorney said on Saturday that Francisco Maldonado went with Francisco Zavala and another man on January 29 to a location near Munger Road. Maldonado allegedly shot Zavala several times. His body was found on March 3.
Lake County authorities warn of 'romance' scam
According to the sheriff's office, scammers will befriend victims, typically on a dating app or social media app, and then ruse and "romance" the victim into believing they are in a legitimate relationship through regular and ongoing communication with the victim.
According to the sheriff's office, scammers will befriend victims, typically on a dating app or social media app, and then ruse and "romance" the victim into believing they are in a legitimate relationship through regular and ongoing communication with the victim.
Scammers 'romance' victims, convince them to buy cryptocurrency and send it to fraudulent exchange
Scammers will befriend victims, typically on a dating app or social media app, and then ruse and “romance” the victim into believing they are in a legitimate relationship. The scammer will then convince the victim to purchase popular cryptocurrencies.
Scammers will befriend victims, typically on a dating app or social media app, and then ruse and “romance” the victim into believing they are in a legitimate relationship. The scammer will then convince the victim to purchase popular cryptocurrencies.
Antioch boy says he saw 'giant ball of fire' streaking from sky
"Out of nowhere I just see a giant asteroid pass by, like a giant ball of fire," said 10-year-old Alexander Herrington.
"Out of nowhere I just see a giant asteroid pass by, like a giant ball of fire," said 10-year-old Alexander Herrington.
Suburban boy sees flaming object fly past home
After purchasing a metal detector and searching the swampy area near their home, they discovered what appeared to be a meteorite.�
After purchasing a metal detector and searching the swampy area near their home, they discovered what appeared to be a meteorite.�
Zion man, 18, killed in vehicle crash
According to authorities, the vehicle left the roadway, went into a ditch and struck a utility pole. One of the passengers in the vehicle, an 18-year-old man, was later pronounced deceased.
According to authorities, the vehicle left the roadway, went into a ditch and struck a utility pole. One of the passengers in the vehicle, an 18-year-old man, was later pronounced deceased.
Status of drop-tower rides at major theme parks after teen's death in Orlando
While most of these attractions are not exactly the same as the tower ride in Orlando where a 14-year-old boy died, some parks have issued statements about their individual safety protocols.
While most of these attractions are not exactly the same as the tower ride in Orlando where a 14-year-old boy died, some parks have issued statements about their individual safety protocols.