Evanston Fire Deputy Chief Announces Retirement

Described by his colleagues as a pillar within the department, Deputy Fire Chief William Muno announced his retirement after 39 years.

Evanston Mayor Will Open Investigations After Violent ICE Arrests

Mayor Daniel Biss said he plans to open two investigations after federal agents were filmed punching someone during an arrest last week.

Evanston Police To Start Up Tobacco Sting Operations

The Evanston Police Department is planning tobacco compliance checks to ensure retailers aren't selling to underage customers.

Former D65 Superintendent Pleads Not Guilty To Kickback Scheme Charges: Report

Former Evanston/Skokie School District 65 Superintendent Devon Horton faces 17 counts of wire fraud, tax evasion and embezzlement.

Evanston Woman Fights Off Attacker Who Tried To Strip Her: Police

According to Evanston police, the man pushed the woman to the ground and attempted to take her clothes off.

IDOT Grant Will Fund Traffic Law Enforcement In Evanston

The Evanston Police Department received grant funds from the state Department of Transportation.

Evanston Police Arrest Man Following Foot Chase

Police on patrol in Evanston arrested a man who allegedly had a loaded gun inside his car.

Suspect Taken To Hospital After Swallowing Evidence: Police

A suspect in a drug-related investigation was taken to the hospital after his arrest because he seemed to have swallowed the evidence.

Year-Long Traffic Enforcement Yields 850+ Tickets In Evanston

Evanston police enhanced its enforcement efforts over a year-long period to reduce traffic crashes and save lives in the community.

Evanston Offers Free Catalytic Converter Marking For Residents

Marking catalytic converters makes it more difficult for thieves to sell stolen parts.

2 Teens Arrested For Spraying Mace In Evanston Grocery Stores: Police

One person was hospitalized Monday for exposure to pepper spray at a Downtown Evanston grocery store, police said.

ICE Protesters Tear Gassed, Congressional Candidate Thrown To Ground During Demonstration

Federal immigration officers physically dragged and deployed tear gas on protesters outside the processing center on Friday morning.

'Romantic Rival' Set Fire To Woman's Car: Evanston Police

A Chicago woman faces an arson charge in connection with a vehicle fire in Evanston, according to police.

Woman Fights Off Attempted Assaulter On CTA Train In Evanston

A man is facing felony charges for attempting to sexually assault a woman on a Yellow Line train in Evanston, police said.

Federal Immigration Agents Reported In Evanston: Report

According to reports, federal agents were in Evanston on Wednesday carrying out a criminal warrant.

ICE Agents Expected in Evanston This Week: City

Over the weekend, Evanston officials were informed that federal immigration agents would be in the community in the coming days.

Evanston Moves To Strengthen Local Laws As ICE Moves Into Chicagoland

Evanston officials are looking to implement laws that prevent federal authorities from wearing masks during enforcement.

5 Arrested, 165 Cited During Labor Day Safety Campaign

During the Labor Day enforcement period, five people were arrested and more than 160 were cited for various traffic violations.

Missing Northwestern Professor Found Alive In Evanston

Missing Northwestern University professor Nina Kraus was found and taken to a local hospital Tuesday afternoon.

16-Year-Old Armed With Loaded 'Ghost Gun' Arrested In Evanston

Evanston police arrested a teen boy on Thursday who was in possession of a 9mm ghost gun.

2 Arrested In Evanston For Gun, Drug Possession: Police

A traffic stop in Evanston yielded a Glock 43 handgun, about two grams of cannabis and about 19 grams of suspected psilocybin mushrooms.

8-Foot Waves, Dangerous Currents Will Impact Evanston Beaches

Forecasters predicted 8-foot waves at Lake Michigan beaches, accompanied by deadly swim conditions.

Evanston Deactivates License Plate Cameras, Terminates Contract With Flock Safety

Flock Safety shared Illinois data with U.S. Customs and Border Protection, violating state law, according to the Secretary of State.

Missing 71-Year-Old Evanston Woman Found At Chicago Hospital

Reports of a missing Evanston prompted a police search near the North Shore Channel Tuesday.

Evanston Illegally Collected Employee's Genetic Information, Lawsuit Alleges

A former Evanston city employee filed a lawsuit, claiming the city violated genetic privacy laws during his onboarding process.

17-Year-Old Dead After Going Underwater In Lake Michigan In Evanston

A Skokie teen was pulled out of Lake Michigan late Wednesday night after going underwater and not resurfacing.

Vehicle Slams Into Evanston Hair Salon: Report

A woman accidentally stepped on the gas while parking her car in front of the salon, crashing into the building.

2 Teen Girls Attacked Outside Evanston Township High School: Report

Evanston police are investigating an attack on two teen girls that happened outside ETHS after school Friday.

2 Guns, 28 Grams Of Crack Cocaine Seized In Evanston Arrest

Evanston police last week arrested a man as part of a larger investigation targeting street-level narcotics.

170+ Cited During Evanston Speeding Campaign

Throughout July, three people were arrested and more than 170 were cited for various traffic violations.

Elected Official Accused Of Sending Nudes To Evanston Pre-Teen

An elected official from Florida faces 24 felony counts related to a child exploitation investigation that targeted an Evanston girl.

Multi-Day Fire Department Drill Will Take Over Evanston Park

The large-scale drill will involve several emergency vehicles and neighboring agencies at Centennial Park

Shooters Caught On Video Firing Guns In Evanston Neighborhood: Police

Evanston police arrested a woman believed to be involved in a shots-fired incident in a residential neighborhood last month.

240+ Cited During Evanston Traffic Safety Campaign

During the Fourth of July enforcement period, three people were arrested and more than 240 were cited for various traffic violations.

Evanston Police Upping Patrols To Catch Speeding Drivers

As part of a statewide campaign, the Evanston Police Department will be on the look out to give out speeding tickets throughout July.

Victim Flees Gunfire From Evanston Man: Police

An Evanston man faces up to 15 years in prison for opening fire at a fleeing vehicle.

Evanston Businessman Convicted For Bank And COVID Relief Fraud Schemes: Authorities

He faces the possibility of decades in prison, authorities said.

Domestic Violence Suspect Arrested, Charged With Gun Possession

A man suspected of domestic violence was arrested and charged with unlawful gun possession in Evanston, according to police.

Police Up DUI Patrols Leading Up To Independence Day In Evanston

This summer, law enforcement in Evanston is keeping its eyes peeled for impaired and distracted driving.

Car Vs Bicyclist Crash Snarls Traffic In Evanston

Evanston police are investigating a crash between a vehicle and a bicyclist that happened Friday afternoon.