Illinois SAFE-T Act: County board OKs resolution to oppose controversial new law
The McHenry County Board has voted to oppose a controversial Illinois public safety law set to take effect next year.
Lakemoor police officer fired after being hailed a hero
Brianna Tedesco’s life changed in July 2018 when, on patrol, she spotted a suspicious vehicle parked in a wooded area. There was a man behind the wheel.
Snow possible in Chicago area, Northwest Indiana on Monday
Prepare for winter weather: Chicago-area residents could see flurries on Monday, and lake effect snow and rain are possible in Northwest Indiana.
Illinois firefighter with terminal cancer takes final ride home in ambulance with fiancé, dog
An Illinois firefighter diagnosed with terminal cancer took his final ride home Tuesday in the very same ambulance he once used to transport patients.
McHenry County Health Department investigating illness outbreak linked to restaurant
The health department is reaching out to anyone who ate at the restaurant from Aug. 29 through Tuesday.
Semi driver pinned by concrete slabs that slid into truck cab
The concrete load being carried in the semi crashed into the cab through the back window of the tractor and pinned the driver inside.
Suburban fire department taking extra step to reduce number of overdose deaths
A suburban fire department saw the number of overdose deaths increasing, and knew they needed to take an extra step — something that most departments aren't doing.
Heavy rain and flooding possible in Chicago area Sunday
The National Weather Service said areas north of I-80 might get a few inches, and localized flooding is possible.
Deputies find woman lying on Route 60, seriously injured in Round Lake crash
A Volo woman is in the hospital with life threatening injuries from a car crash on Route 60.
Antioch police issue warning after 3 teens overdose
Antioch police issued a warning Wednesday after three teenagers overdosed in the north suburb.
Cary man charged with sexually abusing dog, possessing child porn
A Cary man has been charged with having sexual conduct with a dog and possessing child porn.
UpRising Bakery allowed to move forward with drag brunch after meeting with village officials: ACLU
A Lake in the Hills bakery that was vandalized after scheduling an event featuring drag performers reached an agreement with village officials that would allow the business to host the event and other programs, the ACLU announced Thursday.
Rolling Meadows father dies at hospital after I-90 crash killed his family over the weekend
Tom Dobosz has passed away after his wife and four children were killed in a two-vehicle crash on I-90 over the weekend.



















