‘Carnage’: Owner of 2 dogs mauled to death in Chicago suburb recounts attack
A gruesome dog attack in a Chicago suburb left two dogs dead and their owner covered in cuts and bruises. Randy Quatrino struggled to find words as she recounted witnessing her two yorkies, Bogie and Tommy, be mauled to death in Streamwood on Aug. 20. Both dogs were leashed up...
DuPage County opening 24-hour crisis recovery center for mental health and substance use
A crisis recovery center that provides mental health crisis services for both children and adults and those battling substance use is slated to open next week in DuPage County. NBC Chicago was given a tour of the new site, which is located at 115 N. County Farm Rd. in Wheaton.
Chicago Ridge man charged with stealing kayaks from Lake Katherine
One of the more popular attractions at Lake Katherine are the kayaks, which visitors can rent to check out the nature center from a different perspective. There’s also a chance to spot muskrats, beavers, herons and turtles. Earlier this month, on two occasions, Palos Heights police responded to Lake...
Chicago woman led suburban police on high-speed chase in stolen car, prosecutors say
VILLA PARK, Ill. - A Chicago woman is facing multiple charges after allegedly leading suburban police on a high-speed chase in a stolen car early Tuesday morning. Molly Borowski, 31, was charged with possession of a stolen vehicle, two counts of aggravated fleeing and eluding, and possession of burglary tools in...
Black Men United unveil new affordable housing facility in Maywood
Gov. Pritzker celebrated Black Men United's new affordable housing development in Maywood on Wednesday.
$10K reward for information about murder near future Bally’s casino site
Cook County Crime Stoppers is offering a reward of up to $10,000 for information that solves the murder of a man near the future site of Bally’s casino in River West. Around 12:46 a.m. on September 8, 2024, Chicago police responded to reports of gunfire in the 700 block of North Halsted Street, just a few yards from...
Woman, 18, shot in Humboldt Park: Chicago police
An 18-year-old woman was shot Sunday night in Humboldt Park, Chicago police said.
Naperville PD launches new program for those on the autism spectrum
The Naperville Police Department has launched a new program designed to promote safer interactions and foster understanding between officers and individuals on the autism spectrum. Blue Envelope Program aims to improve police interactions with autistic persons. The Blue Envelope Program is a free and voluntary...
Child dies after finding gun in sister’s purse in accidental Kenwood shooting
CHICAGO (WGN) — More than 24 hours after a young boy suffered a gunshot wound to the head in Chicago’s Kenwood neighborhood, several questions remain. The deadly shooting incident appears to have been a tragic accident. The update comes more than 24 hours after a young boy’s shooting...
Suburban high school removes bathroom doors to curb unwanted student behavior
OAK PARK, Ill. (WGN) – A west suburban high school has been creating a bit of a stir online with a unique solution to stop unwanted behavior in their bathrooms. Oak Park and River Forest High School (OPRF) has removed the exterior doors to the school bathrooms. The move was made after several complaints were […]
