Man Hit More Than 100 MPH While Fleeing Cops: Carol Stream PD

Police say Fernando Jimenez, 44, of Carol Stream, had a "strong odor of alcohol" when police first pulled him over.

2 Stabbed During Altercation In Jewel Parking Lot In West Chicago

The stabbing incident took place Saturday evening.

Business Burglarized, 6 Resident Targeted By Scammers

Another string of identity thefts was reported in Wheaton on the city's blotter from early September.

Lombard Man Accused Of Targeting Over 30 Victims In Identity Theft Scams

Mark Wrendina, 56, who was arrested Sept. 25, following a "multi-year investigation," was also charged with child pornography, police say.

Fraud Attempts Targeted Residents In Wheaton

Four residents were targeted in scams, according to the most recent Wheaton crime blotter.

Man Spray Painted Trump Insult On Carol Stream Police Station: Cops

The man is also accused of spray painting "profane graffiti" on Chrissy's Gaming Bar & Grill and 7-Eleven.

Man Accused Of Hitting Minibike Rider With Skateboard In West Chicago

A 26 year-old-man was charged with aggravated battery with a deadly weapon and aggravated assault.

Police ID Man Accused Of Attacking Multiple Deputies At DuPage Courthouse

The 27-year-old man will remain in jail after he was charged with multiple counts of aggravated battery to a police officer.

3 Deputies Hospitalized, Multiple Injured In Attack At DuPage Courthouse

Police say a man who had been ordered to get an evaluation attacked the deputies as they tried to stop him from leaving the courthouse.

Lawyer Accused Of Falsifying Community Service Documents For Client

Devin Luster, 30, is accused of delivering falsified documents to the DuPage County Circuit Court Clerk's Office.

'Unconscionable Level Of Depravity:' Last Defendant Sentenced In 2018 Murder

A 25-year-old man was sentenced to 40 years in prison in connection with the 2018 murder of Luis Guerrero, 18, in West Chicago.

Man Accused Of Stealing Car At Gunpoint In Warrenville, Attacking Driver In Naperville

A Naperville man faces felony charges in connection with the incidents, which took place on Aug. 20 and Aug. 25.

House Burglarized, Car Burglarized At Courthouse: Wheaton Police Blotter

See which crimes were reported on the most recent edition of the Wheaton police blotter.

'Unconscionable': Man Sentenced To 40 Years In Teen's 'Gruesome' Killing In West Chicago

Francisco Alvarado strangled, stabbed and beat Luis Guerrero, and set him on fire — twice — as part of a planned attack with three others.

Drunk Man Hits SUV After Fleeing Crash In Warrenville: Prosecutors

Police say Michael Fox, 28, of Batavia, had a BAC of .267 after he fled cops and hit an SUV following an initial hit-and-run crash.

4 Cars Burglarized In Wheaton In Less Than A Week

The string of car burglaries took place between July 10 and July 16, according to police records.

Teen Planned To 'Detonate Explosive Device' At Islamic Center In Glendale Heights: Prosecutors

Prosecutors say the Lombard teen "plotting to commit an act of terror" at Glendale Heights Islamic Center.

'Convincing And Dangerous' Phone Scams On Rise In DuPage County

The DuPage County Sheriff's Office says the "sophisticated scam" could cost residents thousands of dollars.

Woman Livestreamed As She Threatened Employers With Gun In West Chicago: Cops

Police say Imani Nickson, 23, of Aurora, streamed on Facebook Live as she pointed a loaded gun at two of her employers.

Sheriff's Officer Convicted After Sexual Misconduct With Inmate At DuPage County Jail

Prosecutors say Ricardo Hardy, 54, of Elgin, also put money in the female inmate's commissary fund.

More Than 90 Citations Issued Amid Heightened Patrols In DuPage County

The increased traffic safety efforts took place in late June and early July.

Man Jumped Into Road, Pointed Gun At Car In West Chicago: Prosecutors

Ryan Ratcliff, 35, of the 100 block of Ainsley Drive, was denied pretrial release in connection with Saturday's incident.

Shoplifters Hit 3 Stores In Wheaton In 1 Week: Police

Three stores were victims of retail theft in Wheaton in just under one week, police say.

Sheriff's Office Increases Patrols Ahead Of Fourth Of July

The DuPage County Sheriff's Office will be out in full force patrolling for seatbelt violations, impaired driving and other infractions.

Financial Crimes Among Highest Incidents Investigated In Wheaton In 2024: Police Town Hall

See the breakdown of crimes that were investigated in Wheaton in 2024, per the police department's recent town hall.

Animal 'Love, Care And Protection' Focus Of New DuPage County State's Attorney's Unit

The Animal Protection Unit will be made up of assistant state's attorneys dedicated to prosecuting cases involving animal cruelty.

3 Cars Burglarized In Wheaton: Crime Blotter

Three cars were burglarized in Wheaton during the first two weeks of May.

Car Stolen, Items Swiped From Walgreens: Wheaton Crime Blotter

Wheaton police responded to reports of a stolen car and a retail theft, according to the city's most recent crime blotter.

Man Who Shot Stranger In Face In West Chicago Sentenced To 45 Years

A jury found Ahmad Steele, 38, in the 2021 shooting, which took place outside Maipei Corporation.

Fire Damages Condo Building In Wheaton

A fire broke out in a Wheaton condo building around 2 p.m. Wednesday.

Two Cars Stolen In Wheaton: Police

Two cars were reported stolen within just over 24 hours, according to Wheaton police.

Firefighter Sustains 'Minor Injury' Battling Blaze In Wheaton

The firefighter was battling a house fire that took place in the 600 block of Polo Drive Tuesday morning.

Man Accused Of Sexually Assaulting Girl, 16, In West Chicago

Prosecutors say registered sex offender Joseph Simmons, 26, would not let the teen leave his home and forced her to give him oral sex.

Semi Hits Building, Catches Fire After Crash In West Chicago

The two-car crash also involved a car that hit a tree before the semi struck a building near the intersection of Harvester and Powls Roads.

Threatening Letter Sent To West Chicago Mission; Georgia Man Charged

Jimil Parmar, 33, of Georgia, is accused of mailing a letter to at least five Sant Nirankari Missions threatening an attack.

Over 50 False Tax Returns Filed By Winfield Man: Feds

Cedrick Taylor, 40, has been charged with filing false tax returns for himself and willfully preparing false tax returns for others.

Wheaton House Fire Displaces Residents, Causes $300K In Damage

There was heavy damage to the house, and the fire extended to two vehicles in the driveway and a second nearby home.

Ex-Lawyer Gets 6 Years For $82K In Bank Fraud: Prosecutors

Police say Leonard DeFranco, 71, of Glendale Heights, also used six people's info to defraud six banks of $845,831.58.

Text To 911 Now Available In DuPage County

A new emergency texting capability will help residents who are unable to make a phone call when they are in distress.

Coroner Identifies Remains Of Person Found On Great Western Trail

The human remains were found November 12 on The Great Western Trail near Carol Stream.