Skokie Police On Patrol For DUIs This Labor Day

Police in Skokie will be looking out for impaired drivers in the days leading up to Labor Day.

Police Locate 78-Year-Old Man Reported Missing In Skokie

The Skokie Police Department located a man who was reported missing.

Man Shot Multiple Times, Killed In Skokie

Police are investigating the death of a man who was shot and killed late Tuesday night.

4 Arrested, 87 Cited In Skokie During Fourth Of July Enforcement

Over the Fourth of July enforcement period, police were on the lookout for traffic violations.

Skokie Expands 911 Options For Non-Emergency Behavioral Health Calls

The new option applies to behavioral health calls without an immediate life-safety threat, the village said.

Police Intensifying Enforcement For Speeding Drivers

The Skokie Police Department is joining more than 200 local law enforcement agencies to step up enforcement across the state.

Car Struck After Driving Onto Yellow Line Tracks: Police

Police said the driver went around lowered crossing gates before a southeastbound CTA Yellow Line train hit the vehicle.

Beware Of Scammers Claiming To Be Skokie Officials: FBI

The FBI says criminals are posing as local officials and sending fake invoices tied to planning and zoning permits.

16-Year-Old Girl Reported Missing In Skokie

Anyone who may have information about the girl's whereabouts was asked to call 911 as soon as possible.

Skokie Teacher Caught With Child Pornography On His Phone At Mexican Airport: Feds

A Niles North High School Spanish teacher has been charged with transporting child pornography on a flight from Chicago to Mexico.

Skokie Police On Patrol For Distracted Driving, DUIs This Independence Day

During the Fourth of July holiday period from 2020 to 2024, 2,719 people were killed in drunk-driving crashes in the U.S., officials said.

Motorcyclist Killed In Crash In Skokie

A motorcyclist was killed in a collision with a car late Friday night in Skokie, according to police.

Person Rescued After Near-Drowning At Pool In Skokie, Illinois

Around 2 p.m. Saturday, emergency personnel were called to the Skokie Water Playground, at Oakton Street and Skokie Boulevard.

Skokie Police Release Memorial Day Enforcement Campaign Results

Skokie police arrested two people and cited 20 people during the Memorial Day weekend.

Palestinian Booth Targeted By Islamophobic Hate Speech At Skokie Festival

Individuals working the Palestine booth at the Skokie Festival of Cultures said they experienced harassment and intimidation from one man.

2 Arrested, 129 Cited In Skokie During Distracted Driving Enforcement

Throughout the month of April, Skokie police were on the lookout for distracted driving violations.

Skokie Man Shot And Killed Early Tuesday Morning

A man was shot and killed early Tuesday morning in Skokie, according to the police.

Skokie Traffic Enforcement Will Target Unbuckled Seatbelts

Skokie police will ticket motorists without their seatbelts on throughout the month of May.

Suspected Driver In Fatal Hit-And-Run Arrested In Skokie

A man was arrested and charged in connection with a hit-and-run crash in Skokie that killed a 78-year-old man.

Police Investigating Antisemitic Incidents At Skokie Parks

In both incidents, groups of pre-teens and young teenagers claimed that individuals used antisemitic language toward them.

3 Arrested, 67 Cited In Skokie During Traffic Enforcement Campaign

Over the St. Patrick's Day enforcement period, police were on the look out for traffic violations.

Skokie Woman Lied About Being Detained By ICE For 2 Days: Wisconsin Authorities

The suburban woman claimed she and coworkers were detained after arriving at O'Hare; authorities say there is no record of that.

Wisconsin Officials Will Address Skokie Woman's Claims That ICE Detained Her For 2 Days

A Skokie woman last month alleged that federal immigration officials held her for two days and transported her to Wisconsin.

Suspect Arrested, Charged In Relation To 'Street Dispute' Shooting

A man is facing two felony charges in connection with a no-injury shooting in Skokie.

String Of Skokie Vehicle Burglaries Under Investigation

A string of vehicle burglaries that happened overnight in central Skokie this week is under investigation, police said.

Shots Fired During 'Street Dispute' In Skokie

No injuries were reported and police are continuing to investigate the incident.

April Is Distracted Driving Awareness Month, Skokie Police Will Be On The Lookout

Skokie police will increase patrols to look for drivers on their phones while on the road.

10 Day Skokie Enforcement Campaign Will Target Impaired Drivers

Law enforcement in Skokie is keeping its eyes peeled for people driving under the influence of drugs or alcohol.

2 District 65 Employees Charged With Sex Crimes Against Children

Two Evanston/Skokie School District 65 employees, including an assistant principal, are accused of sexual crimes against children.

Pedestrian Hospitalized With Life-Thretening Injuries After Hit-And-Run On Edens Expressway

A man was arrested on suspicion of fleeing the scene of multiple crashes on the Edens Expressway this week.

Skokie Reports Third Straight Year With No Murders: 2025 Crime Stats

Overall, crime decreased in Skokie in 2025, according to data from the Illinois State Police.

130+ Cited, 4 Arrested During Thanksgiving Traffic Safety Campaign In Skokie

During the Thanksgiving enforcement period, four people were arrested, and 137 were cited for various traffic violations.

82 Cited, 5 Arrested During Fall Traffic Safety Campaign In Skokie

During the fall enforcement period, five people were arrested, and 82 were cited for various traffic violations.

Skokie PD Warns Drivers To Stay Sober This Holiday Season

From Dec. 12 to Jan. 5, Skokie police will be on the lookout for impaired and distracted drivers.

Elderly Woman Hospitalized After Fire Breaks Out At Skokie Condo: Report

A fire broke out at a Skokie condo building Monday night, hospitalizing an 84-year-old woman.

Failed End Cap Weakened Pipes, Causing February Skokie Flood: Investigators

An investigation into the February water main break in Skokie suggests that a failed end cap may have caused the flood.

Skokie Police Upping DUI, Seat Belt Enforcement During Thanksgiving Holiday

From Nov. 21 to Dec. 2, Skokie police will be on the lookout for impaired and distracted drivers.

Skokie Community Invited To Police Department's Open House

Attendees will get insight into the emergency services that are provided in Skokie.

Group Of Jewish Children Threatened, Targeted With Gel Pellets At Skokie Park

The Skokie community was shaken by reports of a group of Jewish children between the ages of 12 to 14 who were attacked at a local park.

IDOT Grant Will Fund Traffic Law Enforcement In Skokie

The Skokie Police Department received grant funds from the state Department of Transportation.