Suspect In Officer's Fatal Shooting, Now In Custody, Formally Charged

Xavier Tate, Jr., 22, captured in Glendale Heights, faces a first-degree murder charge in the shooting death of CPD Officer Luis Huesca.

Accused Cop Killer Arrested In Glendale Heights: Police

Xavier Tate, Jr., 22, was arrested Wednesday evening by Chicago police and U.S. Marshals in connection Ofcr. Luis Huesca's shooting death.

'Age Progression' Photo Shows Bronzville Teen Missing Since 2002

Nicole "Runny" Johnson was 16 when she disappeared in December 2002. Authorities hope a new age progression photo will bring new clues.

$100,000 Reward, Warrant Issued for Man Accused In Chicago Cop Killing

Chicago police are searching for 22-year-old Xavier L. Tate Jr. in connection with the shooting death of Officer Luis Huesca.

Services Set For Slain CPD Officer Luis Huesca At Blake-Lamb, St. Rita

A public visitation for the young officer is set for Sunday, April 28, at Blake-Lamb, with a funeral Mass Monday at St. Rita of Cascia.

Photos, Videos Released Of Suspect In Chicago Cop Killing: CPD

Chicago police ask the public for help in identifying a person believed connected to the deadly shooting of Ofcr. Luis Huesca.

Woman, 20, Stabbed To Death On Chicago's South Side

She was taken to Christ Hospital, where she was pronounced dead.

2 Teens Charged In String Of Armed Robberies On Chicago's South, Southwest Sides

The first happened just after 5:30 p.m. in the 5400 block of South Ingleside Avenue in Hyde Park.

Off-Duty Chicago Police Officer Shoots, Kills Pit Bull During Attack On Her Dog

The pit bull started biting the officer's dog's neck, and the officer and the pit bull's owner could not separate the dogs, police said.

Chicago Police Officer Killed On Way Home From Work: Officials

The off-duty officer was in uniform when he was shot repeatedly and his vehicle was stolen, according to authorities.

Chicago Police Superintendent: Weekend Mass Shooting Victims Were Not Involved With Gangs

A 1-year-old boy and a 7-year-old boy were each shot multiple times and were left in critical condition after the shooting.

Chicago Firefighters Battle Blaze In Brighton Park

It started on the porch of one apartment building and quickly spread to two other neighboring buildings, killing a dog.

Firefighter Injured Responding To 2-Alarm Fire On Chicago's South Side

The fire burned through the roof of the building, located in the 8100 block of South Escanaba Avenue.

Chicago Survivors, CPD To Host Emergency Assistance Center For Victims Of Violence Wednesday

One of the groups at that emergency center helping people Wednesday is called Chicago Survivors.

Rev. Walter "Slim" Coleman, Chicago Activist And Community Organizer, Dies At 80

A Texas native and Harvard University alum, Coleman's activist and organizing work in Chicago dates back to the Civil Rights movement.

3 People Injured In Shooting On Chicago's South Side

The Chicago Fire Department said three people were taken to the University of Chicago Medical Center by ambulance from the scene.

Head Of COPA Responds To CPD Superintendent's Criticism Of Release Of Information In Dexter Reed Case

On Friday, Police Supt. Larry Snelling said preliminary information could be damaging to the overall investigation.

Mass Shooting In Chicago Leaves 1 Child Dead, 10 Other People Injured In Back Of The Yards

An 8-year-old girl was shot in the head and died, police said. Her name was not immediately released.

Anti-Gun Violence Activisits Urge Chicago To Take Action Ahead Of Summer

It's a stark reality that is raising concerns as summer nears. Statistics show that violence often surges in the summer months.

Robber Hits 5 Stores In 11 Days On Chicago's South And Southwest Sides

Police said the robberies happened between April 2 and April 12 in the Gage Park, Brighton Park, and Back of the Yards neighborhoods.

'Building Black Wealth Tour' Heading To Chicago

Chicago's event takes place on Saturday at Olive Harvey College from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m.

Head Of Chicago Police Oversight Agency Wants Officers In Dexter Reed Shooting Stripped Of Powers

COPA Chief Administrator Andrea Kersten is questioning the traffic stop at issue to begin with, and whether the officers are being truthful.

Dave Weld & The Imperial Flames - Concert at the Joliet Museum

Dave Weld & The Imperial Flames - Play the Blues at the Joliet Area Historical Museum Indoor Auditorium Friday, April 12th!

Chicago Wendy's Worker Injured After Shots Fired Into Drive-Thru Window

The worker was taken to the University of Chicago Hospital where she is expected to recover from her physical injuries.

Uniting Voices Chicago Youth Choir Is Headed To Kennedy Center In D.C.

On Tuesday, they rehearsed at First Unitarian Church, at 5650 S. Woodlawn Ave. in Hyde Park, for their Kennedy Center performance.

After Hit-And-Run Kills CPS Staffer, Safety Concerns About Road In Chicago Intensify

"Something needs to get done before a lot more people start getting hurt," said resident Diana Malagon.

2 Men Shot While Sitting In Parked Car On Chicago's Southwest Side

A 20-year-old man is in critical condition, and a 30-year-old man is expected to recover from his physical injuries.

Three Men Standing On Sidewalk Gunned Down In Chicago; 1 Died, 2 Injured

The dead man was 64 years old, and the other victims, a 53-year-old and a 35-year-old, are in critical condition.

Chicago Police Search For Group In String Of Bronzeville Burglaries

In each case, police say a group of men broke the front glass doors and tried to take cash from an ATM and a safe inside.

Will I See The Total Solar Eclipse On The South Side?

Excitement is building for the solar eclipse April 8 on the South Side, where we'll experience 95 percent partiality.

Chicago Police Issue Warning Of Multiple Car Thefts On South Side

Police said in each of the incidents, the victim legally parked her vehicle on the street, and when they returned, the vehicle was missing.

CPD Warns Of ATM Robbery Pattern In Chicago Lawn, Deering

A man wearing a yellow work vest goes up to people at the ATM and grabs the money that is being withdrawn, Chicago police say.

New Starbucks Breaks Ground In Cicero Avenue Corridor On SW Side

Chicago officials led by Ald. Marty Quinn gathered to break ground for a new Starbucks on a city-ownered that has been vacant for 40 years.

Boy Charged In Chicago Shooting That Caused Rollover Crash In Auburn Gresham

Police said, around 12:15 p.m. Saturday, the boy beat a 22-year-old woman, then shot into a car which crashed and flipped onto its side.

Anastasia the Musical: Auditions Announced

Natural Talent Productions (NTP) is proud to announce auditions for Anastasia: The Musical. Auditions April 2024; Production July 2024.

Chicago Woman Says Group Of Young People Have Repeatedly Broken Her Security Cameras

Over and over again, the surveillance cameras and motion lights in Jackie's Roseland alley have been bashed in by pieces of concrete.

14-Year-Old Boy Shot, Killed Near School On Chicago's South Side

The boy was taken to Comer Children's Hospital. It's unclear if the boy was a student at Burnside Scholastic Academy.

Illinois State Police Investigate Bishop Ford Shooting

It happened Wednesday afternoon, just after 3:00.

Crash-And-Grab Thieves Target Clothing Store On Chicago's South Side

Chicago police say a group of unknown offenders crashed into the business before making entry and took merchandise from inside.

Passenger Killed, 2 Drivers Hurt In Hit-And-Run Crash On Chicago's South Side

The crash happened around 11 a.m. in the 8700 block of South Western Avenue.