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ABC Chicago - Breaking News and Weather Biden administration to forgive $39B in student loan debts Updated 5 minutes ago The Education Department will forgive the debts of 804,000 people, an. 15GENEVA City police continue to investigate a road rage incident that killed a young father of three Sunday in front of his family. 2023 CBS Broadcasting Inc. All Rights Reserved. July 8, 2023 / 1:24 PM / CBS Chicago. The mission of the West Chicago Police Department is to protect life and liberty,. By Sun-Times Wire Jun 8, 2022, 4:07am PDT Besides live dogs, officers found nine dead dogs, four dead chinchillas and one dead rabbit, according to court records. Parts of Barnhart Street and Bainbridge Boulevard remain closed at this time as first responders investigate. First published on July 8, 2023 / 1:24 PM. Renato Vargas-Guitierrez, 40, was found unconscious and was pronounced dead shortly after. A search warrant executed at a home in West Chicago, related to one of two fatal hit-and-run incidents, prompted a significant police response. DuPage County officials are being asked to patrol the site of a fatal Juneteenth shooting during the July Fourth celebrations. Bloomingdale
Crime News Chicago Two mass shootings hours apart on South and West sides of Chicago, 14-year-old boy among the wounded Tuesday The mass shootings occurred in Lawndale and Altgeld Gardens, and wounded a total of 8 people. Lake Bluff
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Weather officials cautioned those in sensitive groups with respiratory and pulmonary conditions to limit prolonged activities outdoors. William and Cheryl Flickinger invested in a historic three-color paint scheme, new storefront windows, restoration of the iconic second floor windows. Hoffman Estates
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Police in West Chicago issued a plea to the community Friday evening asking for help to identify a young child found wandering near a park. Vernon Hills
Strong storms Friday night triggered thunderstorm and tornado warnings. Jesse Jackson's successor at convention Sunday, Inmate escapes from Park Ridge police along Interstate 294, carjacks two vehicles, authorities say, A.I. Villa Park
Get browser notifications for breaking news, live events, and exclusive reporting. Police in West Chicago confirmed the parents of a young child found wandering near a park had been identified Friday evening. Aurora
John Gary, 26, is charged with a felony count of failure to report an accident involving death. Detroit Demolition Department working to demolish 8,000 homes by 2025. EAU CLAIRE An Illinois man is accused of threatening employees at an Altoona tavern on Thursday night to the point they feared for their lives, locked him out and called 911. Kline Creek Farm in West Chicago is part of the Forest Preserve District of DuPage County. He has remained in custody at the DuPage County Jail since that time. Telander denied the States motion to deny bond. Winfield
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BLOOMINGDALE, Ill. - An Illinois native and decorated World War II veteran celebrated his 100th birthday in Bloomingdale Friday!. Marengo
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The shooting happened in the Gage Park neighborhood's 5000 block of South Talman Avenue at about 5:18 p.m. Published September 20, 2022 Updated on September 20, 2022 at 1:29 pm NBCUniversal Media, LLC A woman has been charged with killing a man in a DUI crash near Winfield. Officials say there needs to be a plan to prevent this level of blight from happening again. Diamond Lake
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Bail set at $1.5 million for driver in double-fatal Winfield crash By Susan. Kevonta Robinson, 21, pled guilty to a felony county of armed violence during a court appearance Thursday afternoon, according to a statement from DuPage County State's Attorney Robert Berlin. The City of Wheaton Public Works crews have been tirelessly working overnight to clear storm-damaged trees and limbs after the recent severe weather. Wayne
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Once the streets are cleared, the teams will turn their attention to the parkways to remove downed trees and limbs. Holmon was found guilty of two counts of Armed Violence (Class X Felony), one count of Attempt Armed Robbery with a Firearm, (Class 1 Felony), two counts of Unlawful Possession of Weapon by a Felon (Class 3 Felony), one count of Unlawful Possession of Ammunition by a Felon (Class 3 Felony) and one count of Aggravated Unlawful Use of a Weapon (Class 2 Felony) on April 27, 2023. A woman accused of neglecting dozens of dogs now faces felony charges. Aurora
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INDIANA Charges have been filed by the Lake County Prosecutors Office following the pursuit that took place on July 12th on I-65. South Elgin
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The National Weather Service has documented 92 "significant tornadoes" in the metropolitan area between 1855 and 2008. . Glen Ellyn
West Chicago police conducted a residential search earlier today on the 900 block of Hawthorne Lane in connection with a fatal hit-and-run crash Saturday that killed a 16-year-old boy from Aurora. Fox River Grove
But long before the Sterigenics case, residents in the suburb of West Chicago struggled with health issues stemming from the mismanagement of toxic waste in that community. Elgin
The National Weather Service said a tornado touched down briefly in suburban Wheaton around 9 p.m., though no tornado warnings were in place. Old Mill Creek
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The DuPage County coroner's office said Julio Salinas-Pino died of "multiple traumatic injuries" after being struck by the vehicle. Carol Stream
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At least one tornado was confirmed by An Oswego man is in custody after being found with a 9mm Glock that had been modified to fire as an automatic machine gun in his possession. Third Lake
Attempted Murder- Level 1 Felony (1 count) Attempted Battery by A Chicago man has been sentenced to 20 years in prison after having been convicted of attempting to rob a delivery truck at a Naperville Jewel store. Weather 19C Wednesday 18 | 21C Thursday 18 | 28C Friday 20 | 27C Elburn
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The vehicle also has a distinguishing Dallas Cowboy emblem on the rear left window. Lake Barrington
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Thomas J. Sanhamel, 45, from West Chicago, Illinois, has been charged with the following offenses:. Lake Zurich
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Here's where and when, Death Valley visitors drawn to the hottest spot on Earth during ongoing US heat wave. The child, who was found wearing a pink shirt with a flower jacket, was located in the area of Reed Keppler Park, 129 W. National St., according to the West Chicago Police Department's Facebook page. Thomas J. Updated 7/5/2023 11:57 AM West Chicago police conducted a residential search earlier today on the 900 block of Hawthorne Lane in connection with a fatal hit-and-run crash Saturday that killed. Lincolnshire
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On Tuesday, a cyclist was struck and killed, with notification of his family still pending. Geneva
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In a Facebook post, the department said, "We do not know any details as of yet but please rest assure that our officers will fully investigate the situation and make sure the child is safe.". Lake in the Hills
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Armoni Henry, 21, of Chicago, charged with first-degree murder in the shooting death of 21-year-old Jailene Flores, had two orders of protection filed against him but they were never served. Here are some shots from the venerable event, now in its 154th year. Fire personnel located the victim inside the residence. Gray was located near the area of Stevens Court and Continental Drive. Joanie Lum reports. CHICAGO (WLS) -- One person is dead and four others were injured in a drive-by shooting in West Garfield Park overnight, Chicago police said. Inverness
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During his 100 years, Doody achieved many personal and professional CHICAGO - A Chicago man who led authorities on a high speed chase in a stolen vehicle on the Eisenhower Expressway in 2021 has been sentenced to 20 years in prison. Northfield
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College of DuPage welcomes new students to the fall semester during three new student orientation sessions on Tuesday, Aug. 8, to Thursday, Aug. 10. Elmhurst
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CHICAGO (WLS) -- Chicago police said a bicyclist was injured in a shooting on the Near North Side early Sunday morning. Police said they were called to the 600 block of . Lily Lake
chicago news 5 . A series of tornadoes ravaged the Chicago area on Wednesday evening, causing extensive damage to homes, businesses and vehicles as they spun their way through the region. The National Weather Service . DuPage County States Attorney Robert Berlin announced this week that 33-year-old Frederick Holmon has been sentenced to twenty years in the Illinois Department of Corrections for attempting to rob a beverage supply delivery driver using a 9mm semi-automatic rifle in July, 2021. Volo
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The National Weather Service in Romeoville said a tornado was spotted at 9:08 p.m. over Glen Ellyn. The West Suburban Community Pantry has received a $13,500 grant through the DuPage Foundation's Community Needs Grant Program. Stay current with all the latest and breaking news about. Here's What it Comes With, These Are Some of the Most Expensive Homes For Sale in the Midwest, See Inside a Home For Sale Just Steps From Wrigley Field on Chicago's North Side, Wounded veterans prepare for bike tour thanks to modified bicycles, Making a Difference: Humboldt Park Health on closing Chicago's healthy equity gap, Chicago Gateway Green Set for Annual Gaming for Green Fundraiser, World's hottest slush, cotton candy jerky make debut on Wisconsin State Fair's 2023 new-items menu, Super EMX': Illinois' largest movie screen opens Tuesday at Emagine Batavia, Banksyland' immersive art exhibit coming to Chicago for 2 weekends only. Demolition efforts like this are funded through Prop N, which voters passed in 2020. Glendale Heights
No one else was injured in the collision, police said. South Elgin
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Sophia Roszkowski turns one of St. Francis' only chances into the lone goal in a 1-0 rivalry win. An explosion led to a building collapse on Chicago's West Side with multiple injuries reported. Palatine
First responders arrived at the scene around 8 a.m., in the 2300 block of Barnhart Street. Huntley
Initially alerted to an accidental self-inflicted gunshot wound, officers received updated information suggesting the possibility of a second person being shot. Lombard
The Warriors managed a dangerous free kick chance before the break, but goalkeeper Hannah Blaha was there to make the save. 1x The class action lawsuit against Sterigenics is underway in Willowbrook. Northbrook
Last Saturday, WGN News was told that a hit- and-run occurred in the same location, leaving a teenage pedestrian dead. Officers brought the young child to the police station, and as of Friday evening were still trying to track down a parent or guardian. 5 shot, 1 fatally, in West Garfield Park drive-by. Algonquin
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The Council originally approved the agreement a year ago with local realtor Chad Marsh. 3h Woman fatally shot at Mariano's in Evergreen Park filed restraining order in April, court records show Armoni Henry, 21, of Chicago, charged with first-degree murder in the shooting death of. As county leaders meet to discuss ways to help Willowbrook Corner, DuPage County sheriff's officials released a statement saying the investigation into the mass shooting there last weekend remains a priority. Wheaton
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July . NewsBreak provides latest and breaking West Chicago, IL local news, weather forecast, crime and safety reports, traffic updates, event notices, sports, entertainment, local life and other items of interest in the community and nearby towns. A ceremony was held at the Naperville Police Department to honor former Naperville Chief of Police, Robert Worthel, who was killed in a motorcycle crash in 1927. Buffalo Grove
Check back for updates. Crime | Man charged with trying to murder Cook deputy by hitting him with car A man has been charged with trying to murder an off-duty Cook County deputy by hitting him with a car. Antioch
The cause of the crash is being investigated, including whether faulty landing gear was a factor. Wood Dale
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DuPage County States Attorney Robert Berlin and Naperville Chief of Police Jason Arres announced today that Judge Brian Telander set bond at $25,000 for the 18-year-old accused. Chicago and Cook County news stories - get the latest updates from ABC7. Chicago's Very Own WGN-TV tells news stories from Chicago and its suburbs, northwest Indiana and southern Wisconsin. Fox Lake
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And one of the dogs rescued has died. Hinsdale
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According to the Chicago Sun-Times, a Canadian National train derailed around 8 a.m. Monday at an . The name of the victim is being withheld until they are able to notify next of kin. The West Chicago Police Department is seeking public assistance to locate a vehicle involved in a recent fatal hit and run accident. Mount Prospect
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Monday's weather follows a wild day of weather on Sunday, which included record rainfall and flooded streets in Chicago. Coldwater City Council will be asked on Monday night to rescind a sales agreement. Lake in the Hills
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After riding 84 miles, the 19th annual Cycle Across Illinois bike ride ended its third day in Naperville on Saturday evening. Lilymoor
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DuPage Children's Museum in Naperville has welcomed April A. Otterberg to the board. Anyone with information was asked to call the West Chicago Police Department at 630-293-2222. 2023 CBS Broadcasting Inc. All Rights Reserved. The primary focus is to clear streets, ensuring they are passable for residents and vehicles. Weekend Break: Millennium Art Fair "Shook up, but we'll survive:" Bridgeview jeweler News / 4 hours ago. Wadsworth
On July 28, 2021, Holman appeared in Bond Court where his bond was set at $750,000 with 10% to apply. Elgin
The cause of the fire is under investigation. St. Charles
With the aim of reaching as many individuals and families as possible, Catholic Charities urges community members to share this vital information with anyone who requires food assistance. Long Grove
A witness who did not wish to be identified said they heard gunfire before the teen was struck. Elmhurst
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The tornado knocked out power, and on this block in DuPage County, that meant no air conditioning or water on Saturday. Rosemont
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Tornado spotted over Glen Ellyn Daily Herald report Jul 14, 2023 11:24 PM - Tornado sirens blared throughout the suburbs for the second time in a week as at least one twister formed Friday night.. Naperville
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WGN brings you the very latest breaking news, weather, sports and entertainment. WEST CHICAGO, Ill. No one was injured after a freight train derailment in West Chicago. Burlington
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Updated an hour ago Eleven tornadoes touched down in parts of the Chicago area Wednesday, as residents continue to clean up the damage. Bloomingdale
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A man has been charged with trying to murder an off-duty Cook County deputy by hitting him with a car. Parts of Barnhart Street and Bainbridge Boulevard remain closed as of 12p.m. Police officials said they are hoping to release more details about the investigation in the coming days. West Chicago
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