Crime & Safety stories in Chicago

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Jake Reiner is speaking out for the first time about the tragic 2025 double murder of his parents, Rob and Michele Reiner, and the charges against his brother Nick.

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A 42-year-old pedestrian was shot in the leg during a road rage incident near Union Station on Thursday morning. The shooter, who fled the scene, had threatened the victim after nearly hitting him with his car.

Elite Sports Cards and Comics in Dunning was burglarized early Monday morning, with thieves making off with over $100,000 worth of Pokémon and sports cards. The owner, Ronnie Holloway, is seeking community support through a GoFundMe campaign to recover from the loss.

Frank Calabrese Jr., a former Chicago mobster, now shares his cautionary tale at The Mob Museum in Las Vegas. He also engages with fans through personalized video messages on Cameo.

Isathia Perez, a 27-year-old from Humboldt Park, faces felony charges including aggravated first-degree murder after a shooting in Irving Park. The incident left three individuals injured earlier this month.

A North Carolina woman and a Houston-area teen were arrested and accused of conspiring to “kill as many Jews as possible" at Congregation Beth Israel in Houston.

A 23-year-old man was seriously injured after being stabbed during a fight near Buckingham Fountain late Thursday night. The attacker fled the scene, and police are currently investigating the incident.

A 23-year-old man was injured in a stabbing incident that occurred late Thursday night in the Loop area of Chicago. The altercation took place near Buckingham Fountain, prompting an ongoing police investigation.

A 22-year-old woman was shot twice in the leg during an argument with a man she knew in Chicago's Washington Park neighborhood. She is currently in good condition at the hospital as police investigate the incident.

Chicago police are probing a series of armed robberies and carjackings involving masked offenders across four neighborhoods. The suspects, described as young Black men, have targeted both individuals and businesses, using firearms to steal vehicles and cash.

A 23-year-old man was seriously injured after being stabbed in the neck during an argument near Grant Park. The suspect fled the scene, and police are investigating.

A 23-year-old man was seriously injured in a stabbing incident near Buckingham Fountain late Thursday night. The attack occurred during a verbal altercation with a male suspect who fled the scene.

The 1993 murder of Jennifer Lockmiller, a student at Illinois State University, raises questions about police investigations. Recent reports suggest potential leads were overlooked in the case of her strangulation and stabbing.

Twenty-five people were ticketed during a protest organized by Chicago lunchroom workers who gathered in the Loop to demand better pay on Thursday afternoon, authorities said. Around 4:15 p.m., a large group of Chicago Public Schools lunchroom attendants, who call themselves the Lunch Ladies, fe

A former police officer has been accused of plotting a mass shooting at the New Orleans Jazz & Heritage Festival. Authorities reported that the individual made threats to carry out the attack during the event.

A plea bargain has been reached regarding the shooting death of Chicago police officer Krystal Rivera. This development marks a significant step in the case following the tragic incident.

Chicago police have released video footage of suspects involved in a shooting that left one man dead and three others injured in Little Village. The incident occurred near fruit stands on 26th Street, and police are seeking information from the public.

Jaylin Arnold has pleaded guilty to felony possession of a weapon and received an eight-year sentence in connection with the accidental shooting death of Chicago Police Officer Krystal Rivera. The incident occurred during a police pursuit on June 5, 2025, leading to Rivera's tragic death.

A man was killed and three women injured in a mass shooting in Little Village, prompting authorities to seek public assistance in identifying the suspect. A reward of up to $10,000 is being offered for information leading to an arrest.

A shooting at the Mall of Louisiana in Baton Rouge resulted in one death and at least five injuries, including two critically wounded. The incident stemmed from a dispute between two groups in the food court, and authorities have confirmed there is no ongoing threat to the public.

A group of thieves has been stealing packages and belongings from the Near West Side every night for a week, with residents capturing the incidents on security cameras. The thieves operate between 3 a.m. and 5 a.m., raising concerns among neighbors about safety and property crime.

John Abendshien, the former owner of the 'Home Alone' house, was found dead in a nature preserve, with authorities indicating suicide as the cause. His death follows recent felony charges related to child pornography, raising questions about the circumstances surrounding his passing.

A shooting involving two groups occurred at Mason Park in Evanston, prompting a soft lockdown at nearby schools. Fortunately, no injuries were reported, and the lockdowns have since been lifted.

Marla Rose has dropped criminal charges against Nick Fuentes, claiming he did not fulfill his deferred prosecution agreement. Instead, she is pursuing a civil suit, expressing frustration over perceived preferential treatment for Fuentes.

Singer D4vd appeared in a Los Angeles courtroom after pleading not guilty to murder charges related to the death of a 14-year-old girl. Prosecutors allege that child pornography was found on his cellphone, raising serious concerns about the case.

Hector Daniel Gamboa-Mantalvo, a Mexican national, has been indicted for unlawfully re-entering the U.S. after being deported. He was previously convicted for a shooting incident in Palatine and is now facing additional federal charges.