Better Business Bureau warn of 4 common scams ahead of tax season
With this year's filing deadline on April 15, the BBB says scammers will attempt to capitalize on taxpayers who may feel pressure when filing.
3 killed in fiery Glenview, Illinois crash identified
The victims were found inside after the fire was extinguished. All three died at the scene.
Elderly woman dies after being found inside house fire in Hobart, Indiana
Around 8 p.m., The New Chicago Police and Fire Departments responded to a call of a structure fire in the 400 block of McKinley Avenue.
Man critically hurt in drive-by shooting in West Garfield Park, police say
The victim told officers the gunman had possibly been traveling in a black sedan.
2 men charged in 2024 shooting death of 34-year-old in West Englewood
Chicago police said around 1 a.m. on July 4, 2024, in the 6200 block of South Laflin Street, a 34-year-old man was outside when he was shot in the neck by someone who fled the scene on foot.
La Porte County woman arrested accused of stealing, crashing car while nude
Michelle N. Reeves, 37, of La Porte, was arrested on multiple felony and misdemeanor offenses, including theft, unauthorized entry of a vehicle used in a crime, criminal mischief, and public nudity.
Chicago area schools announce closings, e-learning for Tuesday due to cold
The core of the polar air will settle across the area Tuesday morning, causing possible wind chills of -30.
Man charged with selling crack cocaine, possessing gun in Naperville, Illinois
Members of the Naperville Police Department's Special Operations Group arrested Bell after he allegedly sold cocaine within Naperville's jurisdiction on two occasions, police said.
Cook County deputy killed while on vacation in Turks and Caicos
The Royal Turks and Caicos Islands Police Force said two people were shot and killed around 10 p.m. near a popular restaurant on Grace Bay Road.
Chicago weekend shootings leaves 1 dead, 12 hurt, according to police
The ages of the victims range from 19 to 48.
Son kills father while trying to protect mother during fight in East Chicago, Indiana
Witnesses said that the victim was involved in an argument that turned physical with his wife when he reached for a weapon. At that time, the son shot his father to protect his mother.
Police seek information after 3 killed in fiery crash in Glenview, Illinois
Responding units extinguished the fire and found three people inside, who died at the scene, according to police.
Man seriously hurt after argument leads to shooting in Belmont Cragin
Chicago police said the victim was arguing with another man who pulled out a gun and shot him before driving away in a red SUV.
Smash-and-grab burglars target Foot Locker store in the Loop, 3 other businesses
Police said officers responded to a burglar alarm just before 2 a.m. at the store at State and Monroe.
Lombard man ordered detained accused of shooting, killing wife during argument
Charles Witter, 81, made his first court appearance Saturday morning, charged with two counts of first-degree murder.