Feds Accuse Evanston CEO Of $54.5 Million Subprime Loan Fraud Scheme

Two of Jim Collins' co-defendants have pleaded guilty and agreed to testify against him in a related case, records show.

Missing Girl, 15, Found Dead At Evanston Holiday Inn, Cause Unknown

The Chicago teen was reported as a missing runaway before she was found dead on the sixth floor of the downtown Evanston hotel, police said.

Student Brought Loaded Gun To ETHS Stashed In His Pants: Police

Now facing two felony charges, the 18-year-old Skokie resident and must remain in custody for a psychological evaluation.

Loaded Gun Found At ETHS, Adult Student Arrested Pending Charges

There were no indications the student planned to use the firearm on campus, according to Evanston Township High School and police officials.

Chicago Man Charged With Unlawful Use Of A Weapon After Incident In Evanston

Taron Burton was "uncooperative" when a police officer attempted to detain him for a battery investigation.

Wilmette Man With Assault Weapon, Weed, Meth Crashes In Evanston: Cops

A 27-year-old with a robbery conviction had a collapsible rifle with an extended magazine, police said.

53-Year-Old Charged With Murder In Shooting Of West Ridge Store Owner

A man who lived nearby dropped his cell phone moments after he fatally shot the liquor store owner during a botched robbery, police said.

Knife-Wielding Serial Bank Robber Switched To Shoplifting Alcohol: FBI

Federal authorities say a Lake County man robbed seven area banks of nearly $36,000 at knifepoint before stealing several cases of liquor.

Video, Images Of Suspect In Slaying Of West Ridge Store Owner Released

The Iraqi refugee was shot dead in an attempted robbery at his North Side liquor store two weeks before he was reportedly due to retire.

West Ridge Liquor Store Owner, A Refugee From Iraq, Shot And Killed During Armed Robbery Attempt

Salim Khamo, 66, owned J & K Food & Liquor for 17 years.

21 Sex Offenders In Evanston: 2022 Safety Map

Nine registered sex offenders in Evanston are listed as "non-compliant" and four are currently homeless, according to state police.

8 Rescued From Lake Michigan By Evanston FD After Boats Capsize

Water rescue crews pulled the occupants of five overturned boats to safety after a sudden change in lake conditions Thursday evening.

Ex-Northwestern Student Charged With Sex Assault Seeks To Dismiss Case

A hearing is set for Wednesday on a motion by Scott Thomas, accused of sexually assaulting a fellow Northwestern University student in 2019.

Man Charged In 'Audacious' Armed Robberies Of USPS Workers In Evanston

Police are still looking for his accomplice.

Increased Risk Of Package Theft After Robbers Steal Postal Master Keys

Evanston police said postal carriers were robbed at gunpoint twice this week.

Hit-And-Run Driver Seriously Injures Northwestern Student On Sheridan

Javier Casteneda-Vargas struck an 18-year-old student with his SUV Saturday, "sending him airborne," prosecutors said.

Firefighters Extinguish House Fire On Greenwood In Evanston

Contractors spotted flames near the roof of the three-story home, fire officials said.

Dispute In Police Station Lot Lands Evanston Man In DuPage County Jail

An Evanston man who threatened to kill a man in the Carol Stream P.D. parking lot is charged with armed habitual criminal, authorities said.

Images Of Gunman In Evanston Shooting Released

Photos show the shooter who opened fire in the parking lot of the McDonald's on Dempster Street, police said.

Evanston Kindergartener Dies After Being Shot In Head In Rogers Park

Devin McGregor, 5, was hit by a bullet while sitting in a car. His father, who was also shot, is thought to have been the intended target.

Man Shot In Evanston, Shooter Flees: Police

Police responded to the shooting in the 1900 block of Dempster Thursday afternoon.

3 Finalists Named For Next Evanston Police Chief, Public Forum Planned

The candidates include deputy chiefs from Chicago and East Dundee as well as the Cook County State's Attorney investigations bureau chief.

Boy, 17, Charged With Attempted Murder Of 13-Year-Old Evanston Girl

Prosecutors said Dejuan Richardson fired over a fence into a teenager's birthday party, leaving the now-14-year-old girl paralyzed.

Fire At City Building In Evanston Park Under Investigation

Firefighters were called to Bent Park early Friday morning, fire officials said.

City Cameras Cause Capture Of Evanston Man Charged Over Stolen Gun

He was one of two who clutched their waistbands and took off running from detectives dispatched by live video monitoring, authorities said.

Evanston Mom Recounts Horror Of Shots Being Fired Into Backyard, Critically Wounding Daughter's Friend

Police are still investigating the July 25 shooting.

2 Convicted Of Drug Conspiracy Face Mandatory Minimum Sentences: Feds

A federal jury found two former Evanston residents guilty of conspiring to possess over 500 grams of methamphetamine, fentanyl and cocaine.

Blood Found In Safe After 14-Car Heist Led To Chicago Man: Prosecutor

Dominque Jones was charged with the burglary of Autobarn Collection in Evanston after showing up to court for another pending burglary case.

Intoxicated 17-Year-Old Passed Out With Loaded Gun In Evanston Park

Officers were called to the playground at Clyde-Brummel Park on Monday morning, according to Evanston police.

Serial Bank Robber: FBI Offers Reward For Knife-Wielding Bandit

The robber who struck Evanston Wednesday appeared to be in his early 30s, less than 5' 10'' tall and more than 200 pounds, authorities said.

Slain Dad Robbed Couple Having Sex In Evanston Park: Prosecutors

The man shot to death in front of his daughter recorded a video of his half-naked accused killer having sex just minutes before his death.

Fire Displaces 9 Evanston Residents From Howard Street Apartments

Evanston fire crews rescued several people from the second floor of the burning building early Tuesday morning, officials said.

Girl, 13, Shot In Evanston Backyard, No One In Custody: Police

Someone reached over a fence and opened fire at a group of teens on Fowler Avenue, police said.

Evanston Man Shot Dead In Front Of Daughter After Argument: Police

Servando Hamros, 29, was shot multiple times after someone confronted him Thursday in a park near the North Shore Channel, authorities said.

Boy Brings Gun To Youth Camp At Evanston Township High School: Cops

A camper who brought a loaded gun to show his friends and did not intend to harm anyone, police said.

False Armed Robbery, Real Gun Found After Evanston Hit-And-Run: Cops

Two men face felony charges after police got a call about a hit-and-run earlier Monday morning.

Gun Possession Sends Evanston Man To Federal Prison For Nearly 8 Years

The man's attorney said police have targeted the man because of his brother. But the DEA alleges they run a drug ring together.

Gary Felon Fired Off Shot In Evanston Alley, Fled In Mercedes: Police

Detectives arrested the 53-year-old Indiana man Thursday evening after getting a call of gunfire on Foster Street.

Evanston City Worker Accused Of Having Illegal Gun, Injuring Officer

City officials will allow the 19-year-old to keep his public works department job after his arrest, his attorney said.

Evanston Shooting Wounds 20-Year-Old Woman: Police

It was the second shooting in six hours Tuesday outside a Madison Street home.