Crime & Safety
2 Dead, 4 Critically Injured In West Englewood House Fire, Alderman Says
The Chicago Fire Department battled the 2-11 alarm fire in the 6000 block of South Paulina Street.
Updated on: May 20, 2026 / 9:00 AM CDT
Two people are dead, and four others are critically injured after a house fire in Chicago's West Englewood neighborhood early Wednesday morning, Ald. Raymond Lopez (15th) said.
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The Chicago Fire Department battled the 2-11 alarm fire in the 6000 block of South Paulina Street, which was extinguished just before 3 a.m. CFD said six people were rescued from the fire and initially taken to local hospitals in serious condition.
According to Lopez, two people have died. Lopez initially said three children were among the critically injured. None of the victims' ages has been confirmed.
