Oak Brook police to begin using drones as first responders to 911 calls
From inside command centers, first responders would be able to deploy a drone as soon as a 911 call is made to provide an eye in the sky before police can get there.
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From inside command centers, first responders would be able to deploy a drone as soon as a 911 call is made to provide an eye in the sky before police can get there.
A Police Department in Chicago's western suburbs is about to launch a new high-tech program that they hope will take a big bite out of crime. Oak Brook police plan to start using drones on a daily basis.
Theon Mitchell, 26, appeared in first appearance court Thursday morning.
Xavier E. Walker and a 17-year-old boy from Chicago were placed into custody.
The DuPage State's Attorney's Office said on Friday around 8:35 p.m., four individuals entered the Oak Brook Nordstrom Rack store in the 2100 block of West 22nd Street. The group allegedly took numerous items of clothing, fragrances, and Mark Jacobs gift boxes totaling more than $300 and left the store.
Ald. Brian Hopkins (26th), the head of the City Council Public Safety Committee, said StarChase technology could save the city money by preventing chases that lead to lawsuits.
For Chicago Police, there is a question of whether the GPS-equipped dart technology would not only help apprehend criminals and reduce dangerous high-speed chases, but also save the city money. Tara Molina reports.
Michael Harris, 19, and Antwan Ford, 22, each appeared in court Friday morning.
The dart technology that made the assist in stopping the suspects is called StarChase. CBS News Chicago was first to report on it last year.
Reneashia McDowell, 31, and Shania Jacobs, 28, both from Chicago, appeared in court Friday morning.
A suspect drove at speeds of up to 120 mph on the Stevenson Expressway, almost hit a motorcyclist, and drove at 100 mph in a 35 mph zone on Ogden Avenue, prosecutors said.
Police caught one man soon afterward, but searched for hours for the other.
The chase started after a possible theft in Oak Brook, and reached 100 mph until it ended in Willow Springs.
The chase started after a theft in Oak Brook. Two thieves in a minivan drove at times as fast as 100 miles an hour down Interstates 88, 355, and 55 - eventually ending in Willow Springs.
On Monday night, Aykroyd mixed up themed drinks inspired by "Ghostbusters" at Wonderverse, a new immersive experience in west suburban Oak Brook.
Much more of Aykroyd’s interview with CBS 2’s Dana Kozlov will be seen Tuesday on the CBS 2 Morning News.
Tyran Williams, 34, was shot and killed this past Friday morning outside his restaurant – Gusto's Kitchen, at 1767 W. 95th St.
The seafood bisque at the Drake Oak Brook is inspired by a recipe from the year 1863--which matches the luxury price tag.
Ali Amjad discovered the serious safety problem back on Jan. 19 – and for 10 days, he patiently waited for Tesla to offer an explanation.
Ali Amjad discovered the serious safety problem back on Jan. 19 – and for 10 days, he patiently waited for Tesla to offer an explanation. CBS 2's Jermont Terry reports.
Tikeisha Na'keyta Coleman, 29, of Decatur, Indiana, and Daevondre Powell, 25, of Chicago appeared before a judge in court on Sunday where they were denied pre-trial release.
Alexis Martinez, who was shot four times, is saying the mall should have had more adequate security, according to the Daily Harold.
Following an extensive search of the hotel, one person of interest was taken into custody.
Following a three-day trial, a jury found Julius Ramsey, 41, formerly of Chicago, guilty of three counts of aggravated criminal sexual assault with a firearm, one count of aggravated kidnapping with a firearm, and one count of aggravated criminal sexual abuse.
Police say one week ago the boy and his mother were attacked and targeted simply because they were Muslim.
