Northbrook Family Steals $7 Million in Toys, Baby Gear to Sell on eBay

Mom, Dad and daughter took toys and other items from stores in Texas and Louisiana using really big pockets, says U.S. attorney.

Manhunt Monday: Have You Seen Lorenzo Maes?

Every Monday Patch highlights one of Cook County’s most wanted fugitives.

‘Your Concealed Carry License Is In the Mail’

Illinois State Police say concealed carry permits will be printed and mailed on a daily basis as they are approved.

Manhunt Monday: Have You Seen Jose Mancilla?

Every Monday Patch highlights one of Cook County’s most wanted fugitives.

Updated: Sleeping Child Who Was Abducted in Car Found

A 5-year-old boy was abducted in Park Ridge.

Man Steals, Returns $2; DUI Suspect Buries Beer in Snow

A look at weird crime in the Chicago area.

Manhunt Monday: Have You Seen Chinzorig Tsogoo?

Tsogoo's last known address is in Glenview. Every Monday Patch highlights one of Cook County’s most wanted fugitives.

'God So Loved Dora:' Mourners Pack Church to Remember Slain Mundelein Girl

Dora's 14-year-old half-sister who is charged in the murder is expected to appear in Lake County juvenile court on Friday for an arraignment hearing, according to the Chicago Tribune.

Park Ridge Teen Shot Himself With Gun Given as Christmas Present

A Chicago man was has been charged with reckless conduct after his son accidentally shot himself in the leg.

Regional Police Report: Slain 11-Year-Old Girl Remembered

The following police-related items were pulled from area Patches. An arrest is merely an accusation, not a determination of guilt.

More Details Emerge in Tragic Murder of Mundelein Girl, 11; Half-Sister Stabbed Girl Over 30 Times

Prosecutors said the teen stabbed the younger sibling because she was ungrateful, according to media reports.

FBI: "Elmer Fudd Bandit" Indicted for Four Bank Robberies

Former Algonquin Man Arrested for Parents' 2006 Murder; Carbon Monoxide Kills Oak Brook Man

The following police-related items were pulled from area Patches. An arrest is merely an accusation, not a determination of guilt.

Guadalupe Feast Organizers Surprised by $30K Police Bill

North Shore DUI Roundup: Jan. 11-17 Edition

DUI arrests as published in North Shore Patch sites in the past week.

Trooper Accidentally Dials 911, Man Picks Fight with Car

A look at weird crimes in the Chicago area.

Not Guilty: Former Maine West Coach Acquitted in Hazing Case

Former Maine West coach acquitted of hazing charges.

Palatine Woman Charged with Drug-Induced Homicide

A Palatine woman has been charged with drug-induced homicide and with stealing morphine from a medical facility.

Florida Man Who Killed Bears Fan Gets Life Sentence

A Florida man has beens sentenced to life in prison for the murder of Lake Villa resident William Pettry.

Coworkers' 'Playful Slap Game' Results in Hospital Visit

A look at weird crimes in the Chicago area.

State Department Issues Travel Alert for Sochi Olympics

Americans traveling to the Games this year should be vigilant of their surroundings, officials said.

Regional Police Report: CBS 2's Dave Savini Faces Battery DUI Charges; Salon Worker Charged With Sexual Assault

The following police-related items were pulled from area Patches. An arrest is merely an accusation, not a determination of guilt.

Officer Charged with Exploiting Elderly Man

An Elmwood Park police officer faces criminal charges.

Autopsy Results on Dead Barrington Infant Pending Toxicology, Medical Testing

The results of an autopsy for 8-month-old Mya Edwards, of Barrington, are still under investigation. The baby girl was pronounced dead Wednesday afternoon after police and fire were called to the home.

Arlington Heights Cop Shot During Hostage Situation Released From Hospital

Thieves Steal Cheerios, $5.4K in Silverware

A look at weird crimes from around the Chicago area.

Regional Police Report: Man Crashes into Fuddruckers; Former Cop Guilty of Sexual Assault

The following police-related items were pulled from area Patches. An arrest is merely an accusation, not a determination of guilt.

Police: Des Plaines Man Stabbed Father New Year's Eve

Des Plaines Woman Missing in Indiana After Car Swept Away in Flood

A Des Plaines woman is missing after the vehicle she was riding in was swept away by flood waters in Indiana.

Regional Police Report: Carjacking Spree Ends in 11-Year-Old's Death

The following police-related items were pulled from area Patches. An arrest is merely an accusation, not a determination of guilt.

DUI Suspect Asks: 'Am I On Cops'

A look at weird news in the Chicago area.

Man Killed by Falling Concrete at Hawthorn Mall

A 25-year-old man from Palos Park was killed in a demolition accident at Hawthorn Mall.

Payday Loan Business Robbed in Des Plaines

Drunk Guy Visits Police, Holy Scriptures Stolen

A look at weird crime in the Chicago area this week.

Train Versus Car Crash Reported in Des Plaines

There is a report of a train versus car crash near 2300 Mannheim Road.

Regional Police Report: Serial Bank Robber Shot to Death; Illinois' Top Trader of Child Porn Charged

The following police-related items were pulled from area Patches. An arrest is merely an accusation, not a determination of guilt.

Sheriff Finds Missing Man as Part of Ongoing Gacy Investigation

Cook County Sheriff locates missing man as part of ongoing Gacy investigation.

Concealed Carry Background Check System "Horrifically Unworkable," Sheriff Says

Cook County Sheriff Tom Dart says he worries that under the current system, too many people who shouldn't will be able to obtain concealed carry permits.

Des Plaines Was Right to Fire Cop Accused of Beating Prisoner: Judge

Park Ridge Officer Receives Cook County Award of Valor