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Police said 15-year-old Jordan Loggins is home safe after being reported missing Saturday. The girl's family had not seen her since Thursday
Police said they arrested Carter Watson, 21, after receiving a tip from the attorney general that Watson had child pornography on Discord.
Police said both people refused medical treatment following the crash Friday afternoon.
Village officials said the parking garages will be built on Homewood land while the casino and hotels will be in East Hazel Crest.
Police said an undercover officer used a fake Snapchat to contact John Halverson and arrange a meet where police were waiting for him.
The 72-acre lot was bought by the village for $1.5 million in February. Now, a south suburban development group has put a down payment on it
The Blazin' Bots of Bloom Trail High School don't have enough money to send their entire team, robots and all, to the Dallas competition.
Officials for the South Suburban Humane Society said adoption fees will be waived for pets over 30 pounds through Sunday.
Mayor Thaddeus Jones accused Glotz of abusing his power while searching for his daughter's stolen car, which GPS showed was in Calumet City.
Plus: police chase in New Lenox township, Chicago's Ex-Top Cop Appointed Interim Chief of Willow Springs Police, conference for female vets
The musical, based on the popular film series, will run at the junior high from Friday to Saturday. Tickets can be purchased at the door.
According to the parent of the 7th grader, the girl was called "G.I. Jane" and even hit in the forehead. School officials are investigating.
The fair is slated to host vendors and representatives from mental health, employment, beauty and faith-based organizations on April 30.
According to District 153 officials, school issued devices will be shut off from 10 p.m. to 6 a.m. in an effort to improve students' sleep.
Fire officials said some officers had minor injuries after the Tuesday traffic stop, which ended in officers finding 2 handguns and a rifle.
Owners said the new location at 18260 Oak Park Avenue has the same menu as the local favorite with a smaller dining room and bar selection.
As of Wednesday, a spokeswoman for the city said the officer was still in serious but stable condition. Police did not release his name.
Trustees will vote whether to kick Scott Kaspar off of 2 appointed boards after they say the candidate made "anti-cop" comments.
According to family members, Ketura Wilson was having a mental health crisis Sunday when she shot at and was killed by police officers.
According to police, 2 men approached the Speedway gas station Saturday morning but only 1 went inside and showed a weapon.
