Antioch man charged with soliciting sex from minor in online sting

An Antioch man was charged Monday with soliciting sex from an undercover detective who was posing as a minor on a social media app.

Police in Lake County want you to check surveillance tape, see if you captured car burglars on video

On Thursday night into Friday morning, “a number” of unlocked cars in Winthrop Harbor were burglarized. Another car was stolen, which was fairly easy since the car was unlocked and the key fob was still inside.

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.

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.

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.

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.

'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.

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.

'Cradles to Crayons' winter collection drive begins

A major collection drive is underway to outfit thousands of local kids for winter weather.