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Teen Charged After Jumping Off Bridge: Cops

Multiple agencies searched the river after the 18-year-old was spotted jumping into the water from a bridge. The teen reportedly swam to safety, then fled — now he faces criminal charges.

Police Search For Missing Girl, 13

Police said the girl, who has run away before and been found in the Chicago area, has been missing for five days.

K-9 Tracks Down Armed Man Hiding In Bushes: Cops

Police were able to track down and apprehend an armed suspect Wednesday with the help of a loyal on-duty K-9 named Beny.

Chicago Cops To Document Every Time They Point Gun At Someone

The Fraternal Order of Police said the new requirement may cause officers to hesitate when defending themselves.

Drew Peterson's Ex-Attorney Accused Of Misconduct: Report

Joel Brodsky has been named in a complaint before a state regulatory agency.

2 Chicago Cops Charged With Crash Report Bribery Conspiracy

Allegations of a kickback scheme for victim information, if proven, are "disgraceful abuse" of the public trust, the superintendent said.

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