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NorthShore Gynecologist Indicted On Sexual Assault Charge

A 72-year-old doctor with offices in Skokie and Lincolnwood was accused of assaulting a patient during an exam last January.

Van Dyke Atty. Warns Of 'Ferguson Effect' Amid 'Historic' Verdict

Chicago police officer found guilty of second-degree murder and 16 counts of aggravated battery in the killing of Laquan McDonald.

Latest Rogers Park Shooting Not Related To Murders: Police

A man was shot Friday morning after an argument with a person he knew, police said.

PLUS: $10K Reward Offered For Information On Rogers Park Shootings

57 School Employees Made $100K At District 204

Joliet Patch analyzed multiple years of public salary data for District 204 through Freedom of Information Act requests.

Scottie Pippen Slices Price On Highland Park House

The Chicago Bulls legend and the "Real Housewives of Miami" actress cut the asking price to just above what they paid for it in 2004.

Woman Saved From Fiery Crash After Car Flips In Oak Brook

The victim was charged with driving under the influence, according to police.

Teen Girl Escapes Kidnapping In Morgan Park

Three men, one of them armed, forced a 16-year-old girl into their car near 111th and Throop before the girl escaped and called her mother.

Belly Dancing, Magic, Tarot Await At Octo Street Fest In Aurora

The festivities include walking magic tricks, a food truck, tarot readings, and more.

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NorthShore University Medical Center in Skokie (Image via Google Earth) | Dr. Fabio Ortega (Photo via Skokie Police Department)