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‘No consequences’: Multiple women accuse man of assault, but he keeps getting released
CHICAGO (WBBM/CNN Newsource/WKRC) - Four women accused a repeat offender of assault in just one year, but he keeps being released. The victims voiced their concerns over the lack of consequences for the suspect who was arrested 20 times in nearly half as many years. Anne Kurze told reporters she...
The Disappearance of Erik Wojdyla
22 year old Eric Wojdyla was last seen at SEBA park in South Elgin, Illinois on July 28, 2025. His car was found in the parking lot three days later. On July 26, 2025, Eric Wojdyla was last at his residence in the 1400 block of Denton Court in Plainfield, Illinois.
ICE Rolls Into Chicago With Fearmongering Post — Here’s the Truth They Left Out
ICE took to Facebook this week, posting a photo of one of their black SUVs parked on a Chicago rooftop, along with this caption:. “CHICAGO: a sanctuary city that attracts and protects criminal illegal aliens to the detriment of law-abiding citizens. In an ICE-led operation, we are here to remove these dangerous...
Body found at Naperville forest preserve identified as missing mother of 4
A body found in the Springbrook Prairie Forest Preserve in Naperville last month has been identified.
Aurora Man Arrested For Pushing Officer At West Side Pub
Demarcus Jones (28, Aurora) was charged and transported to the Will County Adult Detention Facility for Aggravated Battery to a Peace Officer, Obstructing a Peace Officer, Resisting a Peace Officer, Trespassing to Real Property, and Aggravated Intimidation. On September 5, 2025, at 10:00 p.m., an Officer working a...
Faith leaders rally against ICE crackdown, possible Chicago troop deployment
The group called for federal investment in such schools, health care, and violence reduction programs rather than troops.
Woman Dies After Being Hit by Train While Walking Her Dogs. One of Them...
The woman has been identified as Daniella Weisman of Glencoe, Illinois
Car catches fire in crash on Dan Ryan Expressway, 1 person injured
One person was taken to an area hospital with injuries, according to state police, who did not specify the person's condition.
Cook County property tax fix could aid seniors, homeowners
Property taxes in Cook County are once again drawing attention, this time with a proposed fix aimed at closing a loophole that critics say has unfairly shifted the tax burden onto homeowners.
