St. Charles, IL|News|
Attempted Murder Charge: Man Accused Of Stabbing Victim In Neck
Police arrested 66-year-old Randy L. Wilson after officials said he stabbed a man during a dispute outside an apartment building.
Eileen O'Gorman, Patch Staff
Eileen O'Gorman, Patch Staff
- Chicago, IL
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Grayslake, IL|News|
No One In Custody Despite '50 to 70 Witnesses' To Shooting: Cops
Ladarrius M. Cowart, 18, was shot and killed in Bowen Park. Police said 50 to 70 people were in the lot at the time of the shooting.
Eileen O'Gorman, Patch Staff
Aurora, IL|News|
19-Year-Old Charged With 3 Felonies In Woodman's Shooting
North Aurora police said David M. Williams arranged a meeting with the men to buy marijuana before threatening them with a weapon.
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Oak Park-River Forest, IL|News|
No Injuries After Car Crashes Into The Onion Roll, Police Said
A car crashed into the outdoor seating area of the Jewish deli, crushing a tree, planters and bricks from the building, workers said.
Eileen O'Gorman, Patch Staff
Chicago|News|
Illinois Weekend Events: Mongopalooza, Ballet, Drag Queen Bingo
Looking for things to do in the Chicago area this weekend? Patch has you covered.
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Channahon-Minooka, IL|News|
Plainfield Man Killed In I-80 Crash
Eastbound I-80 lanes were completely shut down Friday evening after a crash involving three semis and an SUV.
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Algonquin-Lake In The Hills, IL|News|
5 Felonies For Man Arrested In Armed Robbery At Motel Last Year
Trent J. Keegan, 27, was arrested for an armed robbery at a Super 8 Motel in Woodstock that took place in May of 2020.
Eileen O'Gorman, Patch Staff
Romeoville, IL|News|
24-Year-Old Charged With Aggravated Assault Of Officer: Blotter
Those listed in the Romeoville blotter are presumed innocent unless proven guilty.
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Aurora, IL|News|
1 Person Struck, Killed By Train, Metra BNSF Trains Delayed
A freight train stuck and killed a pedestrian near Riverside, causing massive delays to trains on the BNSF line that are now clear.
Eileen O'Gorman, Patch Staff
Plainfield, IL|News|
3 Ticketed For Selling Tobacco To Minors In Plainfield: Blotter
People were ticketed at Jewel-Osco, Citgo and BP for selling tobacco products. Other arrests include domestic battery and in-state warrants.
Eileen O'Gorman, Patch Staff
Yorkville, IL|News|
Yorkville Independence Day Celebration To Take Place July 3
The city is still looking for volunteers to help out with the festivities. A parade, fireworks and activities are part of the festival.
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Elmhurst, IL|News|
Man And Woman Found Beaten To Death In Bellwood Home
Police said they discovered the pair after being alerted to a strange odor coming from the apartment.
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St. Charles, IL|News|
Navy Sailor Killed In Pearl Harbor Identified As St. Charles Man
Leslie Delles, who was 21 when he died in 1941, was finally identified using DNA sampling after he was killed in the attack on Pearl Harbor.
Eileen O'Gorman, Patch Staff
Chicago|News|
Chicago To Fully Reopen June 11 With The Rest Of Illinois
Mayor Lori Lightfoot announced Thursday that Chicago will move its reopening from July 4 to June 11, aligning with the rest of the state.
Eileen O'Gorman, Patch Staff
La Grange, IL|News|
Fire On Brainard Ave; Officials Say 'We're Going To Be Busy'
La Grange Fire Department responded to a call of a fire at around 10 a.m. Thursday morning on the 1000 block of South Brainard Avenue.
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Chicago|News|
Police Can't Lie During Interrogations Under New Illinois Bill
A bill on Gov. J.B. Pritzker's desk would stop officers from using deception while questioning people under 18 years old.
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Chicago|News|
Illinois Bill Could Require Recess In Public Elementary Schools
The bill would mandate at least 30 minutes of recess each day for students in grades K-5 and is awaiting the approval of Gov. J.B. Pritzker.
Eileen O'Gorman, Patch Staff
West Side, IL|News|
Mother And 1-Year-Old Son Shot Through Apartment Window
Chicago police said it is not immediately clear if the family was targeted or not.
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Chicago|News|
Kids Ride Free Until Labor Day With New Metra Program
The Family Fares program will continue until Labor Day, allowing up to 3 children under 11 years old to ride free with an adult.
Eileen O'Gorman, Patch Staff
Joliet, IL|News|
Bill Aims To Take Domestic Abuse Seriously In Honor Of Slain Boy
State lawmakers approved the bill, which will create a domestic violence task force, after 1-year-old Colton Miller was shot by his father.
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