Man Charged For Bringing Gun To Highland Park Target: Police

Highland Park police arrested a man accused of bringing a firearm to a local Target this week.

Highland Park Police Host National Night Out 2025

The Highland Park Police Department will join law enforcement across the nation to promote strong police-community partnerships.

Growing Safety Concerns Over E-Bikes Lead To New Rules In Highland Park

In response to concerns from first responders and the community, Highland Park officials have enacted new regulations for e-bikes.

Highland Park Officer In Unmarked Car Sparks Questions

The Highland Park Police Department clarified the duties of plainclothes officers and protocols for unmarked cop cars.

Cops Fatally Shoot Man With Knife: Highland Park Police

Police were dispatched just before 5 a.m. to check the well-being of a man in the roadway, officials said.

Police Up DUI Patrols Leading Up To Independence Day In Highland Park

This summer, law enforcement in Highland Park and Lake County are keeping their eyes peeled for impaired and distracted driving.

Police Investigate Threatening, Antisemitic Letter Targeting Highland Park Residents

A threatening letter sent to a mailbox in Highland Park prompted a hazmat response Sunday night, according to police.

1 Year Since Brothers Slain In Highland Park: Here's Where Case Stands

Almost a year after two brothers were found shot to death outside a burning Highland Park home, here's where the case stands now.

Robbery Suspects Flee Wisconsin, Crash In Highland Park

A group of people suspected of robbing an ATM in Wisconsin crashed in Highland Park on Tuesday and have evaded police since.

Highland Park Stabbing Suspect Charged With Attempted Murder, Battery

Two people were hospitalized after a domestic dispute escalated into a stabbing in Highland Park.

Highland Park Man Threatened To Kidnap Homeowner's Family: Police

Police initially responded to a report of a threatening text message and a suspicious trash fire.

Vehicle Slams Into Billy Corgan's Tea Shop In Highland Park: Report

No injuries were reported in the crash in Downtown Highland Park at Billy Corgan's tea shop Madame Zuzu's Emporium.

Gunman Sentenced To Life Without Parole For July 4th Parade Shooting

The man who opened fire at a 2022 Fourth of July parade in Highland Park received seven consecutive life sentences Thursday.

July 4 Parade Mass Shooting Survivors Describe Chaos, Panic, Bloodshed

Survivors and victims' loved ones spoke Wednesday before the sentencing of Highland Park parade mass shooter Robert Crimo III.

Highland Park Mass Shooting Suspect To Be Sentenced Wednesday

Heading into Wednesday's sentencing hearing, Robert Crimo III faces life in prison for 69 counts of murder and attempted murder.

Highland Park Shooting Survivors Take Smith & Wesson To Trial

An Illinois court ruled Tuesday that a wrongful death lawsuit against gun maker Smith & Wesson will proceed to trial.

Burglary Crew Rampages Through 9 Highland Park Businesses In 30 Mins

A group of five people tore through nine Highland Park businesses in the span of 30 minutes, according to police.

Highland Park Parade Shooter Signs 'Donald Trump' On Trial Waiver

After pleading guilty to the Highland Park parade shooting, Robert Crimo signed "Donald Trump" on his trial waiver instead of his own name.

'The Journey Will Not End': Rinehart Responds To Crimo's Guilty Plea

"We were 1000% ready for trial and to prove him guilty," the state's attorney said after Bobby Crimo III pleaded guilty Monday.

Man Pleads Guilty In July 4 Parade Mass Shooting

Robert Crimo III withdrew his not-guilty plea moments before opening arguments were to start in his trial Monday.

Opening Statements Begin Monday In Highland Park Parade Shooting Trial

Most of the 48 survivors are expected to take the stand during the trial, which is expected to last 3 to 5 weeks.

Jury Selection Continues For 2nd Day In Trial Of Highland Park Parade Shooting Suspect

Overall, the jury selection process has moved faster than some legal experts had expected given the high-profile nature of the case.

Jury Selection Begins In Highland Park Parade Shooting Trial

Three years after seven people were killed in the July 4 parade mass shooting, Robert Crimo III is slated to stand trial.

Recording Devices Found In School Bathrooms: Highland Park Authorities

A student is suspected of placing a device in the restrooms at Edgewood Middle School and Highland Park High School, officials said.

Bobby Crimo Writes To Judge Asking Permission To Phone A Friend

The accused mass shooter is set to stand trial next month for the massacre at the 2022 Highland Park 4th of July parade.

Crimo Confession Can Be Used In Parade Shooting Trial, Judge Rules

Bobby Crimo knowingly waived his right to an attorney during his questioning, the judge found, denying a motion to suppress the interview.

Evanston Man Indicted On Gun Charges After Highland Park Stop

Police said they discovered cannabis and a loaded Ruger handgun during a stop over a tinted license plate cover.

Judge To Rule On Whether Cops Violated Accused Mass Shooter's Rights

Attorneys debated whether actions by police and prosecutors during Bobby Crimo's interrogation denied him due process under Illinois law.

Highland Park Shooting Defendant Declines To Show Up To Court Hearing

The accused shooter skipped his first court date since a plea reversal, as families of the victims sue state police for $58 million.

Luxury Car Stolen From Garage; Jewelry Heist Nets $20,000+: Blotter

Four people forced their way into a car dealership garage, stole a Porche and took three other sets of keys: Highland Park Police Blotter

Firearm Felonies Follow Highland Park Traffic Stops: Blotter

Chicago man with warrant and gun, Milwaukee man with gun, weed and neither license nor plates arrested in Skokie Valley Road stops: Blotter

Hostage Posters Torn; Hit-And-Run Driver On Drugs Flees Cops: Blotter

Thieves steal seven bottles of alcohol, two ferrets, pair of female hamsters.

Highland Park Homicides Followed Family Financial Fight: Prosecutors

Jeff Austwick, accused of killing his brothers and trying to burn their bodies, appeared in court Wednesday for a preliminary hearing.

Highland Park Parade Shooting Defendant Bobby Crimo Rejects Plea Deal

Dozens of victims and survivors showed up to court Wednesday expecting the defendant in the 2022 mass shooting to accept a life sentence.

Fireworks Call Turns Up Stolen Gun With Illegal Magazine: Blotter

"Free Palestine" defacement; "suspicious" walker had warrant; shoplifters steal $4,000 in merchandise: Highland Park Blotter

Accused Highland Park Mass Shooter Bobby Crimo Set To Plead Guilty

Nearly 2 years after the parade shooting and 8 months before his murder trial was due to begin, the 23-year-old is expected to change pleas.

Man Wanted For Highland Park Homicides Had Gun Near Arch: St. Louis PD

Police said 54-year-old Jeff Austwick, the suspect in the slayings of his brothers, was found in the bushes Friday in downtown St. Louis.

Man Shot His 2 Brothers, Set Highland Park House On Fire: Police

Jeff Austwick was arrested Friday morning in St. Louis on a warrant for the slaying of his brothers Marc and John, authorities said.

Brothers Found Dead Outside Burning Home Were Shot To Death

ATF agents are investigating after fire crews found the men dead with "suspicious injuries" at a burning house Wednesday in Highland Park.

Missing Painting; Smash-And-Grab Burglars Nab High-End Booze: Blotter

A Deerfield man is charged with being on drugs during a traffic crash: Highland Park Police Blotter