Judge detains men accused of attacking CBS news crew: ‘You are not the victim here’
Judge James Murphy said it seemed clear that the men initiated the violence and that...
Crime and Public Safety
Top FBI agent in Chicago leaving post after being pushed to retire, sources say
Douglas DePodesta has served as special agent in charge in Chicago, one of the FBI’s...
Larry Snelling’s retirement means Chicago police superintendent search begins again
With the announcement of Chicago police Superintendent Larry Snelling’s retirement later this month, the search...
Gov. JB Pritzker says he’s preparing for Supreme Court fight over assault weapons ban
Gov. JB Pritzker on Thursday said he’s working to ensure Illinois has help from top...
DoorDash driver charged in fatal shooting outside Matteson Amazon facility
A judge ordered Devonta Hodge, 33, of Gary, Indiana, held in custody Thursday after he...
Blue Island targets parents’ wallets in bid to prevent teen takeovers
The Blue Island City Council set financial penalties for parents and guardians whose kids cause...
Gary man sentenced to 85 years for Portage arson that killed girlfriend’s mom
A judge sentenced Jesse Chabes, 53, of Gary, to 85 years in prison for setting...
US Attorney Andrew Boutros makes public appearance as ‘Broadview Six’ scandal grows
Embattled U.S. Attorney Andrew Boutros on Thursday made one of his first local public appearances...
One dead in fiery Hobart van-train crash Wednesday
Hobart police said a motorist died Wednesday morning after driving around crossing gates and colliding...
Appeals court sides with city on Chicago police union COVID vaccine mandate case
A state Appellate Court sided with the city in a dispute about a requirement that...