Teen Planned Temple Attack For 2 Years, Wanted To 'Retry': Prosecutors

Court records detail the alleged planning, racist writings and messages a Palatine teen sent a coworker after his rifle failed to fire.

Rifle Jammed As Teen 'Was Waiting To Commit A Massacre' At Hindu Temple: Krishnamoorthi

The congressman said he was worshipping with his elderly parents at the Aurora temple and is calling for a federal hate crime investigation.

Missing Woman Contacts Mother, Ending Search: Palatine PD

The 24-year-old's mother told detectives she spoke with her daughter by phone Wednesday, according to a police update.

Mass Shooting Plot At Hindu Temple Thwarted After Coworker Warns Police: FBI

Investigators traced a Palatine teen's SUV to an Aurora Hindu temple but have not confirmed whether his rifle malfunctioned.

Palatine Teen Charged In Alleged Mass Shooting Plan Targeting Hindu Worship Site

Police recovered a rifle, loaded magazines and body armor. Investigators believe an Aurora area attack may have been planned for Sunday.

Missing Woman Seen On Police Bodycam Before Vanishing: Palatine PD

Police released new images of Alyssa Smith, 24, as her boyfriend told police he last saw her entering a car with two unidentified people.

Palatine Man Charged With Sexual Abuse Of Juvenile, Ordered Detained

The reported incident occurred in the 1200 block of East Dundee Road, police said.

Missing Woman May Have Been Seen In Chicago: Palatine Police

Detectives are investigating possible sightings of a 24-year-old reported missing Sept. 30 and asking the public for help.

2 Charged After Officers Punched, Kicked, Spat On: Palatine Police

Officers and both defendants sustained injuries during the Sunday disturbance on East Osage Lane, authorities said.

Palatine Fire Department Open House To Feature K-9, Live Fire Demonstrations

The Oct. 3 event at Fire Station 84 will also include rescue equipment, children’s activities and vehicle extrication demonstrations.

Palatine Man Charged After Approaching Juvenile Girl: Police

Police said the 28-year-old grabbed the girl's wrist and asked for her social media information.

2 Loaded Handguns Recovered After Gunfire Report: Palatine Police

A 17-year-old Palatine boy faces multiple felony charges following an investigation that began with reports of a man with a gun.

Fire Damages 3 Units In Palatine Townhome Building

Firefighters contained the blaze to an attic, while smoke and water damage affected two other units.

2 Palatine Men Charged After Loaded Guns Found During Traffic Stop

Police said one of the two firearms recovered during the Aug. 24 stop had been reported stolen.

Woman Last Seen Leaving Palatine Bar Still Missing 36 Years Later

Cook County sheriff's investigators are again seeking tips in Laura Ann Johnson's 1990 disappearance from Palatine.

Suspect Still Wanted 3 Years After Fatal Palatine Shooting

Police are renewing their call for information in the 2023 shooting death of 15-year-old Damian Hernandez.

Elgin Man Gets 28 Years In Fentanyl-Laced Cocaine Deaths

Jarrail Ford-Gresham pleaded guilty in the deaths of two people, including a woman found at a Palatine motel in 2023.

2 Charged In Palatine Vehicle Burglaries, Parking Garage Graffiti

Police said the suspects were linked to three June incidents involving burglarized vehicles and damage inside a village parking garage.

20-Year-Old Woman Killed In Palatine Metra Train Incident Identified

Police temporarily closed North Smith Street near West Wood Street while authorities investigated Sunday afternoon.

Palatine National Night Out Set For Aug. 5 At Falcon Park

The free event will feature police and emergency vehicles, K-9 demonstrations, a reptile show and family activities.

Palatine Police Seek Help Finding Man Missing Since April

Michael P. Cantarutti's SUV was found at Deer Grove East Forest Preserve days after he was last seen.

Buffalo Grove Man Charged With Fentanyl, Cocaine Offenses After Palatine Traffic Stop

Police said officers recovered suspected fentanyl, cocaine and drug paraphernalia during a traffic stop near Dundee and Baldwin roads.

Drugs, Guns, Body Armor, Fireworks Seized In Palatine Raid: Police

Two Palatine men face felony charges following a search warrant tied to an ongoing narcotics investigation, police said.

Palatine Police, NIPAS Conduct Activity Near Baldwin, Dundee Quarter

The Monday morning activity involved only local and regional law enforcement resources, according to police.

Man Accused Of Trying To Enter Occupied Palatine Apartments

Police said residents reported seeing a man outside ground-floor apartment windows during late-night and early-morning hours.

Pedestrian Fatally Struck By Metra Train In Palatine

Metra said service on the Union Pacific Northwest line was suspended after the crash Friday morning.

Man Who Died After Entering Water In Palatine Identified

Police released new details days after emergency crews pulled the 34-year-old from the water.

'Suspicious' Person Dies After Entering Water In Palatine: Police

Authorities tried to contact the person before they entered a nearby body of water and did not resurface.

Construction Worker Dies After Falling From Roof In Palatine: Police

OSHA among agencies investigating fatal incident Wednesday afternoon on Mahogany Court.

Missing Palatine Boy Found Safe: Report

The 14-year-old was last seen Friday in the area of Sterling Avenue and Dundee Road.

15-Year-Old Boy Charged With First-Degree Murder: Palatine PD

Kevin K. Koonce, 20, of Streamwood, was found in a crashed car with a gunshot wound last month and later died at the hospital.

Palatine Police Say 'No Known Threat' Despite Increased Activity

Law enforcement is conducting an ongoing investigation Thursday morning, but stressed there is no safety concerns for the public.

Palatine Man Indicted On Federal Re-Entry Charge After Prior Deportation

The Mexican national pleaded not guilty Tuesday after a federal indictment alleged he re-entered the U.S. after removal.

Palatine PD Participating In 2026 Prescription Drug Take Back Day

The nationwide effort, spearheaded by the U.S. Drug Enforcement Administration and local police departments, takes place twice a year.

Man Seen On Video Burglarizing Business: Palatine PD

The 25-year-old Palatine man was charged with a felony following an investigation into the incident.

Loaded Stolen Revolver Arrest Made Following Traffic Stop: Palatine PD

A Chicago man had been pulled over at Baldwin and Dundee roads for a traffic violation when police found the gun.

Police Address Weekend Presence Near Fatal Shooting Location In Palatine

Residents may have seen increased police activity in the area of Rand Road and Port's O'Call Drive on Saturday morning.

Fatal Shooting Being Investigated As Homicide, Victim ID'd: Palatine PD

The victim, who was found dead in his car Monday night, had driven his vehicle into multiple parked cars and a garbage dumpster.

Fatal Shooting Investigation Underway After Vehicle Crashes Into Parked Cars In Palatine

North Rand Road is expected to remain closed between Route 53 and Dundee during the Tuesday morning commute, according to Palatine police.

3 Chicago-Area Women Stuck In Dubai Amid Conflict In Iran

"Things that are shaking, you know, that we can feel, and, as well as sirens that we're hearing, that kind of stuff," Allenspach said.