Chicago man, 21, charged with murder of pregnant woman found dead in Lake Michigan
A 21-year-old Chicago man has been charged with first-degree murder in the death of 19-year-old Yarianna Wheeler, a pregnant woman whose body was recovered from Lake Michigan in August.
A 21-year-old Chicago man has been charged with first-degree murder in the death of 19-year-old Yarianna Wheeler, a pregnant woman whose body was recovered from Lake Michigan in August.
Illinois trying to identify owners of 11 abandoned Purple Heart medals
Why doesn't Illinois just check the U.S. Armed Forces list of all Purple Heart awardees? Turns out that there's no comprehensive list of veterans who have received Purple Hearts.
Why doesn't Illinois just check the U.S. Armed Forces list of all Purple Heart awardees? Turns out that there's no comprehensive list of veterans who have received Purple Hearts.
Hundreds of pieces of mail stolen in Antioch; 2 in custody
Police in Antioch are investigating after hundreds of pieces of mail that were stolen.
Police in Antioch are investigating after hundreds of pieces of mail that were stolen.
Investigation launched after hundreds of pieces of mail reported stolen in Antioch
Two people have been arrested after hundreds of pieces of mail were stolen in Antioch.
Two people have been arrested after hundreds of pieces of mail were stolen in Antioch.
15-year-old boy accused of murdering man during marijuana deal in Lake County
Police say that James Hicks, 27, was selling marijuana to two 15-year-old boys when they got into an argument and one of the boys pulled out a gun.
Police say that James Hicks, 27, was selling marijuana to two 15-year-old boys when they got into an argument and one of the boys pulled out a gun.
Student charged in stabbing and brawl at Zion-Benton Township High School
A 15-year-old student who was stabbed is expected to recover.
A 15-year-old student who was stabbed is expected to recover.
What time is trick-or-treating? 2021 Halloween trick-or-treat times for Chicago suburbs
In Chicago's suburbs, all trick-or-treating is happening on Halloween this year, thanks to October 31st being a Sunday. Some locations are inviting children to go out as early as 1 p.m., and one city is allowing them to stay out until 8 p.m.
In Chicago's suburbs, all trick-or-treating is happening on Halloween this year, thanks to October 31st being a Sunday. Some locations are inviting children to go out as early as 1 p.m., and one city is allowing them to stay out until 8 p.m.
'Best Small Cities in America': 14 towns in Illinois, Indiana rank among top 10 percent
A new listing of the ‘Best Small Cities in America’ might add fuel to the fire for the people encouraging residents of Illinois to move to Indiana. Carmel, Indiana ranks the second best small city in America, according to Wallet Hub.
A new listing of the ‘Best Small Cities in America’ might add fuel to the fire for the people encouraging residents of Illinois to move to Indiana. Carmel, Indiana ranks the second best small city in America, according to Wallet Hub.
Kyle Rittenhouse case: Judge sets final ground rules for trial evidence
A Wisconsin judge laid out the final ground rules Monday on what evidence will be allowed when Kyle Rittenhouse goes on trial next week for shooting three people during a protest against police brutality.
A Wisconsin judge laid out the final ground rules Monday on what evidence will be allowed when Kyle Rittenhouse goes on trial next week for shooting three people during a protest against police brutality.
'Cradles to Crayons' winter collection drive begins
A major collection drive is underway to outfit thousands of local kids for winter weather.
A major collection drive is underway to outfit thousands of local kids for winter weather.
Man shot dead outside Park City apartment complex
The victim, 27, of North Chicago, died of a gunshot wound around noon.
The victim, 27, of North Chicago, died of a gunshot wound around noon.
Lake County man operating riding mower critically injured after being struck by vehicle
A 62-year-old man who was operating a riding mower was struck by a vehicle in Unincorporated Lake Villa Saturday evening.
A 62-year-old man who was operating a riding mower was struck by a vehicle in Unincorporated Lake Villa Saturday evening.
Man charged for stabbing another man multiple times while riding a bus in suburban Libertyville
CHARGED: A 51-year-old man has been charged with felony attempted murder for allegedly stabbing another man multiple times while riding a public bus.
CHARGED: A 51-year-old man has been charged with felony attempted murder for allegedly stabbing another man multiple times while riding a public bus.
Kenosha man charged after attacking 2 Lake County Correctional Officers, resisting deputies
As Groh was being processed at the jail, he allegedly began swearing at correctional officers and took an “aggressive stance toward them." He then allegedly attacked two correctional officers, throwing punches, striking one officer in the face.
As Groh was being processed at the jail, he allegedly began swearing at correctional officers and took an “aggressive stance toward them." He then allegedly attacked two correctional officers, throwing punches, striking one officer in the face.
Young Zion mother killed by stray bullet inside her home
23-year-old Melanie Yates was inside her suburban home Sunday night reading the Bible to her 7-month-old daughter when she was struck by a stray bullet. She later died at the hospital.
23-year-old Melanie Yates was inside her suburban home Sunday night reading the Bible to her 7-month-old daughter when she was struck by a stray bullet. She later died at the hospital.
Zion mother who was reading Bible to daughter inside her home killed by stray bullet
HEARTBREAKING: 23-year-old Melanie Yates was inside her suburban home Sunday night reading the Bible to her 7-month-old daughter when she was struck by a stray bullet. She later died at the hospital.
HEARTBREAKING: 23-year-old Melanie Yates was inside her suburban home Sunday night reading the Bible to her 7-month-old daughter when she was struck by a stray bullet. She later died at the hospital.
Young mother hit by stray bullet in Zion home
A young mom of two was shot by a stray bullet in her home in Zion Sunday.
A young mom of two was shot by a stray bullet in her home in Zion Sunday.
Chicago's weather is about to take a nose-dive, with frost possible
The National Weather Service said patchy frost is possible in outlying rural areas of Chicago suburbs on Friday night into Saturday morning.
The National Weather Service said patchy frost is possible in outlying rural areas of Chicago suburbs on Friday night into Saturday morning.
Antioch police encourage people to start 9 p.m. routine
Police want you to start a new routine to keep you and your family safe from crime.
Police want you to start a new routine to keep you and your family safe from crime.
Lake Zurich staple Fritzl's closes its doors for good
A Lake Zurich restaurant that's been a mainstay for 36 years has closed its doors for good.
A Lake Zurich restaurant that's been a mainstay for 36 years has closed its doors for good.