Motorcyclist Hurt In Crash With Pickup At Bridgeview Intersection

Bridgeview police shut down 79th Street between Roberts Road and 78th Avenue after a motorcyclist collided with a pickup truck.

Employee Accused Of Threatening To Shoot Co-Workers Released on I-Bond

Calm co-workers at Chicago Ridge towing company were able to avert tragedy by convincing the armed employee to surrender, police said.

'Irate' Worker Removed From Chicago Ridge Business Charged: COPS

A disconsolate employee faces felony gun, assault and restraint charges in a workplace incident where two guns were found, police said.

Injured Teen In Oak Lawn Arrest Video Released To Parents' Custody

The teen injured in a violent arrest by Oak Lawn police captured on a citizen's video leaves Cook County Juvenile Court using a walker.

17-Year-Old In Viral Arrest Video Faces Gun, Resisting Charges

The teen captured in a video being punched by Oak Lawn cops who say he was resisting arrest and carrying a gun faces juvenile felonies.

Kim Foxx Wants Probe Of Oak Lawn Cops After Beating Video of Teen

Oak Lawn police and village officials pledge full cooperation with Illinois State Police investigation.

Oak Lawn Police Defend Use Of Force In Video Showing Cops Punching Kid

Police chief said officers' use of force accelerated because they feared for their safety. Dash-cam video released of 17-year-old's arrest.

Protest Planned After Video Shows Oak Lawn Cops Punching 'Armed' Teen

Video surfaces appearing to show officers hitting a young man who Oak Lawn police claim was resisting arrest and had a gun.

'Blackhawks Fan' With Bandaged Hand Robs Bank In Burbank Crossing: FBI

The man fled on foot after robbing the Huntington Bank branch Friday morning in Burbank, the FBI says.

Gaslight Bar Reopening Less Than 'Grand' When Woman Pulls Gun: Police

Oak Lawn police said the gun confrontation stemmed from an argument over tips at the grand opening of the bar under new ownership.

Fireworks Prank At Chicago Ridge Mall Sparks Active Shooter Fear

Three juveniles from Oak Lawn and Chicago Ridge are charged with felony disorderly conduct for allegedly blowing off fireworks in the mall.

12 Arrested, Hundreds Ticketed By Oak Lawn Police During July 4 Effort

Oak Lawn police officers handed out more than 370 tickets over the holiday while cracking down on impaired driving and seatbelt violations.

Car Crashes Into Hair Salon In Oak Lawn, Sets Business On Fire: OLFD

The car's engine was on fire when the driver lost control and crashed into Scissor Hands Salon, Oak Lawn fire chief says.

Robbers Disarm Security Guard, Shoot Employee At Jewelry Store: OLPD

The three suspects were busting glass display cases at Reichman Jewelers and shot an employee who confronted them, Oak Lawn police said.

Oak Lawn Police July 4th Campaign To Tackle Unbuckled, Drunk Drivers

Oak Lawn police will be watching for impaired, unbuckled and distracted drivers now through July 5 ahead of the Independence Day holiday.

Smash-And-Grab Robbers Hit Jewelry Store In Chicago Ridge Mall: Police

Chicago Ridge police said the robbers smashed the glass cases at Kay Jewelers and made off with $180,000 worth of jewelry. Watch the video.

14-Year-Old Justice Boy Charged in Slaying Of Teen Found In Stairwell

A juvenile is charged in the November 2021 slaying of 15-year-old Suri Davis, who was found shot in a Justice apartment complex.

381 Tickets Issued In Oak Lawn Police Memorial Day Enforcement

Oak Lawn police wrote 381 tickets during the "Click It, Or Ticket" Memorial Day period, which included 282 seat belt citations.

No Bond For Oak Lawn Father Of Shaken Baby: Judge

Edward Janiszewski, 37, of Oak Lawn, is ordered held without bond on first-degree murder charge in the death of his 8-week-old daughter.

Oak Lawn Dad Accused of Shaking 8-Week-Old Baby Faces Homicide Charge

Charges upgraded for Edward Janiszewski, 37, after the Cook County Medical Examiner said his daughter died as a result of child abuse.

South Suburban Residents Tied To Life Insurance Scheme: Feds

The residents were arrested with others who prosecutors said swindled more than $26 million in life insurance benefits from 10 victims.

Oak Lawn Baby Dies, Father Charged With Aggravated Child Abuse

The infant died Sunday in what is believed to a case of shaken baby syndrome. Police said dad admitted to slamming baby's head on a cushion.

Elgin Man Accused Of Firing Gunshot During Argument With Girlfriend

Oak Lawn police said the man threatened to come back with brothers and "shoot this place up."

'Innocent Motorist' Injured In Shooting At Oak Lawn Gas Station: Cops

Three men wearing reflective construction vests shot at a driver pumping gas, who fled after a possible targeted shooting, police said.

Suspect Charged In Oak Lawn Road Rage Shooting

Cook County prosecutor said the suspect was arrested Sunday at O'Hare Airport, stepping off a plane arriving from the Dominican Republic.

2 Arrested In Oak Lawn Home Invasion Targeting Elderly Woman: Police

A man and a 15-year-old girl were taken into custody in the March home invasion targeting an elderly woman in Oak Lawn, police said.

Chicago Ridge Man Apologized To Mom After Stabbing Dad 11 Times: Cops

New details emerge about Chicago Ridge stabbing, where a 21-year-old man is charged with second-degree murder of his father.

Son Charged With Fatally Stabbing Father In Chicago Ridge

Francisco F. Duran, 21, faces second-degree murder charge in death of 46-year-old father, who died of multiple stab wounds.

1 Shot In Apparent 'Road Rage' Incident In Oak Lawn: Chief

A man was shot Tuesday evening on Cicero Avenue after words were exchanged with another driver, Oak Lawn police chief said.

Homicide Investigation Underway In Chicago Ridge

A 47-year-old man was found deceased in a Chicago Ridge home, a person of interest is in custody, police said.

Oak Lawn Police Release April ‘Distracted Driving’ Score Card

Oak Lawn police issued 78 "hands free" violations during April "Distracted Driving Awareness Month" campaign.

Man Accused Of Hitting Vehicle Owner On Head In Attempted Carjacking

Chicago Ridge man charged in aggravated vehicular carjacking in Oak Lawn.

Would-Be Thieves Fire Shots At Resident, Try To Carjack Young Mom

After firing shots at a witness, Oak Lawn police said the suspects crashed into a tree and then tried to carjack an "innocent young mother."

DUI Checkpoint Set For Saturday At I-294 And 95th Street Toll Plaza

ISP will conduct a roadside safety check Saturday, April 16, checking for impaired drivers, revoked licenses and reckless driving.

Vehicle Carjacked At Chicago Ridge Gas Station, Suspect Caught: Cops

Chicago police used the vehicle owner's cell phone to track the carjacking suspect to his girlfriend's house, prosecutor said.

Thief Swipes Veterans Donation Bucket At Chicago Ridge Bar: Cops

Chicago Ridge police release image of man believed to have stolen the veterans' donation bucket at Jessie's Tavern.

Images Released Of Suspect And Vehicle In Oak Lawn Shooting: Police

Oak Lawn police said Audi Q7 had distinctive features and release image of suspect in Cicero Avenue shooting that wounded 14-year-old.

14-Year-Old Shot, Cop Car Hit By Bullet In Oak Lawn Shooting

The 14-year-old Chicagoan and 18-year-old Evergreen Park resident were pursued by people in an SUV that began shooting at them, police say.

New Details In Violent Oak Lawn Home Invasion, 4 Sought: Police

Oak Lawn police release new details in home invasion targeting an elderly woman, as the search continues for four suspects.

Several Shots Fired In Burbank, Cops Find Shell Casings

Burbank police found several shell casings in the 8600 block of West Laramie Avenue.