Gunmen Rob Bank Of America In Skokie: FBI

Two masked men in hoodies robbed the Bank of America branch at Touhy Avenue and McCormick Boulevard late Saturday morning.

Capitol Rioter Charged With Murder Of Skokie Woman In Suicide Attempt

Convicted Jan. 6 rioter Shane Woods intentionally crashed into oncoming traffic on Interstate 55, killing Lauren Wegner, authorities said.

3 Charged With Armed Robbery Of Cell Phone Store In Lincolnwood

Police tracked down the trio using the items they stole at gunpoint from a Touhy Avenue AT&T store Sunday evening, according to prosecutors.

Man With Gun Watches Porn At Mall, Fights Arresting Cops: Prosecutors

The 24-year-old refused to leave after watching pornography on a cellphone in the Lincolnwood Town Center T-Mobile store, authorities said.

FBI Searches For 2 Men Who Robbed Skokie Bank At Gunpoint

A pair of masked men brandished a gun and demanded cash Tuesday afternoon at a Bank of America in Skokie, according to the FBI.

Dashcam Video Shows Gunmen Open Fire While Hanging Out Of Speeding Car

Video from an ambulance shows an EMT and paramedic duck to avoid a hail of bullets in a brazen daylight shooting last month in Jackson Park.

Shots Fired After Resident Confronts Burglar In Skokie Garage: Police

Police asked area residents to check video surveillance for any suspicious activity Wednesday morning.

36 Sex Offenders In Skokie: 2022 Safety Map

Three registered sex offenders in Skokie are "non-compliant" with the requirements of the sex offender registry, according to state police.

Skokie Man Found Dead In Illinois River Near Starved Rock State Park

There are no indications of foul play, according to the coroner's office.

Chicago Men Face Carjacking Charges In Skokie, Morton Grove Thefts

Federal prosecutors said that the two 21-year-olds took vehicles by force in 2020 and then disposed of them, including burning one car.

2 Shot, 1 In Custody After 'Domestic Dispute' In Skokie, Police Say

Skokie police were called to a shooting inside a Kirk Street home Monday afternoon.

Skokie Fire Department Career Day is July 9

Interested in a fire service career? Attend the Skokie Fire Department's Career Day on July 9 at Fire Station 17, 8157 Central Park Avenue.

Evanston Man Accused Of Strangulation, Unlawful Restraint In Skokie

The 22-year-old is accused of with beating and illegally detaining an underage girl in her home overnight.

Carjacking, Armed Robbery Charges Filed In Violent Lincolnwood Attack

An 18-year-old Cicero resident is accused of bludgeoning a driver until he lost consciousness Saturday at a gas station in Lincolnwood.

Family Of Slain 9-Year-Old Jeremiah Ellis Addresses Murder Charges

The 3rd grader "just wanted to be a kid" and visit his grandmother's house to celebrate his recent birthday, his parents said.

Chicago Woman Masterminded Murder Of 9-Year-Old In Skokie: Prosecutors

Tamesha Clark organized the shooting of Jeremiah Ellis and his 5-year-old brother in retaliation for an earlier killing, authorities said.

2 Charged With Murder In Killing Of 9-Year-Old In Skokie

A 16-year-old boy and a 22-year-old man are accused of firing a "hailstorm of bullets" into a room at two young boys watching television.

Lincolnwood Man Accused Of Attacking Fire Department Paramedics

Describing him as a danger to the community, a Cook County judge ordered him jailed unless he can come up with $90,000 cash.

Lincolnwood Man Charged With Threats To Kill Woman, Having Illegal Gun

Prosecutors said the 44-year-old's burglary and armed robbery convictions prevent him from legally owning the gun he used to threaten her.

9-Year-Old Fatally Shot In Skokie Identified

A 5-year-old also suffered a graze wound.

19-Year-Old Charged With Possession Of Stolen Car In Skokie

The Glenview resident is awaiting trial on charges stemming from a home burglary in Wilmette last year.

Thieves Steal Cash Machine From Skokie Bar In Front Of Patrons: Police

Police reported the pair told patrons not to worry before loading a cash machine onto a dolly and walking out of the Bar Louie in Skokie.

Child Pornography Charge Filed Against Flight Attendant, Sheriff Says

Authorities said the 39-year-old former Skokie resident shared thousands of images and videos of child sexual abuse, some depicting infants.

Rosemont Mall Shooting Victim Flashed Gun, Gang Signs, Prosecutors Say

Jose Matias, 18, of Chicago, is charged with the murder of Joel Valdes, 20, of Skokie, and the attempted murder of a 15-year-old girl.

Rosemont Mall Shooting Gunman In Custody, Police Say

Police said he opened fire Friday at the food court at the Rosemont mall, killing a 20-year-old Skokie man and wounding a 15-year-old girl.

Old Orchard Nordstrom Staffer Accused Of Making $5,484 In Fake Returns

Authorities said an internal investigation found a store employee processed fraudulent returns 10 times this year before being caught.

Warrant Issued For Gunman In Rosemont Mall Shooting: Police

Authorities issued a nationwide arrest warrant for an 18-year-old Chicago resident Tuesday.

Rosemont Mall Shooting: Skokie Man 'Targeted,' Police Chase Leads

Police said they are pursuing "multiple credible leads" and have identified the owner of the getaway car in Friday's deadly mall shooting.

3 Arrested, 3 Escape Botched Lincolnwood Car Dealership Burglary

A getaway driver and two of five burglars who broke into Loeber Motors remain at large, prosecutors said.

New Skokie Police Department Co-Responder Team Launches

During the pilot program, officers indicated that the presence of a social worker would have been beneficial in response to 136 calls.

Man Threatens CTA Yellow Line Operator, Resists Officer: Police

A man awaiting trial for battery has been charged with disorderly conduct and resisting arrest in connection with a Tuesday incident.

86-Year-Old 'At Risk' Woman Missing In Skokie: Police

Police said she was last seen on Main Street wearing a purple puffy coat Friday morning.

Skokie Man Goes Missing While Walking Dog: Police

The 77-year-old was last seen walking with a mixed-breed beagle Wednesday afternoon, police said.

Missed Wordle Score Leads To Hostage Rescue For Lincolnwood Woman

Denyse Holt's daughters on the West Coast were alarmed when she didn't text her score after Holt was held captive in her home for 18 hours.

Skokie Man Found Shot To Death Outside Park Ridge Home: Police

A 47-year-old man was shot repeatedly in what police described as an "isolated incident."

Naked Man Kidnaps Woman, 80, Barricades Self In Her House: Cops

Police said the 80-year-old Lincolnwood homeowner was left in a bathroom for over 18 hours until a 911 call prompted a well-being check.

35 Bags Of Crack Found On Teen Wanted Over Stolen Car, Police Say

A warrant for the 18-year-old Chicago resident was issued after security video in Lincolnwood showed him driving an SUV stolen from Skokie.

Skokie Residents and Business Owners: Sign Up for Smart911!

Stay informed in an emergency! Register now for the Skokie Smart911 Emergency Notification System to receive calls, texts and email alerts.

2 Synagogues, Jewish Businesses Damaged In Suspected Hate Crimes

One person has been arrested following a series of antisemitic incidents last weekend along Devon Avenue, officials said.

HomeGoods Cashier Charged With Ringing Up False Returns

A Chicago woman who worked at the home furnishing chain's Skokie location faces a felony theft charge.