OSHA investigating after man dies in attempt to load ‘metal spool’ onto flatbed truck...
Federal authorities are investigating a fatal workplace accident that took place at a facility in Illinois this week. At noon on March 31, 2026, the Carol Stream Police Department (CSPD) responded to S & S International located in Carol Stream, Illinois, for a reported work place accident. Police said that a 55 year...
Man’s body pulled from pond in Schaumburg, police say
A man's body was found in a north suburban pond on Friday afternoon, police said.
West Chicago man charged after 100 mph police chase with loaded gun: police
A 20-year-old West Chicago man, Carlos Barrera, is charged with multiple felonies after allegedly fleeing police at high speed while carrying a loaded handgun. Police say the incident began when he reportedly flashed a gun at a man walking his dog, then led officers on a chase reaching about 100 mph and struck...
A Chicago Dollar Tree Had 100 Rodent Droppings. Inspectors Came Back. It Still Had...
When Chicago health inspectors walked into the Dollar Tree at 3620 E. 118th Street on March 25, they found approximately 100 rodent droppings scattered through the rear storage area — under shelves, on bottom shelves, in the restrooms. Standard protocol: document the violation, tell the store to clean up and call...
Kentucky sheriff’s deputy wounded in shooting identified as retired Chicago police officer
A Chicago native and longtime leader on the Chicago Police Department SWAT Team was critically wounded in a shooting in Kentucky, where he now serves on the Crittenden County Sheriff’s Department.
Missing Chicago girl found in Auglaize County
A 15-year-old girl reported missing from Chicago was safely recovered in Waynesfield on Thursday.
Will County Land Use And Development Committee Is Tied On Earthrise Proposal
There are different views on whether or not Will County will see solar farms in the near future. The Will County Planning and Zoning Commission held packed public hearings Monday and Tuesday nights to hear what the public had to say about solar farms proposed for Will County. In the end, the Commission voted the...
Clow Family Descendants: A dream of Life and Land Across the Sea Came True
Sarah Clow’s last wish before she died in Scotland in 1832 was for her husband, Robert, to move to a place where all their sons could own farms. In Scotland, only the oldest son could inherit land upon his father’s death. But in America, that was not the case.
DUI arrest made in January multi-vehicle crash that injured 3, 1 critically, in Joliet
JOLIET, Ill. (WGN) — Police have announced an arrest months after three people were injured, including one person with life-threatening injuries, in a multi-vehicle crash in southwest suburban Joliet. William Hutchinson, 31, of Joliet faces two felony counts of aggravated driving under the influence (DUI) and one...
10 Chicago Suburb Steakhouses Food Lovers Say Are Worth Every Mile
Chicago’s suburbs in Illinois are home to some seriously impressive steakhouses, drawing dedicated food lovers willing to travel a little farther for an exceptional meal. Perfectly seared ribeyes, tender filets, and richly marbled cuts headline menus that focus on quality and consistency. In communities like...

















