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Lake County: Crowbar-Wielding Suspect Targets Jewel-Osco Employees
Zion, IL – Zion Police Department officers swiftly responded to a violent armed robbery at Jewel-Osco on 1400 21st St. last Thursday at 6:30 p.m. The suspect, identified as 46-year-old Kebron Dennis, allegedly homeless but residing in and around Zion, stormed into the store, allegedly stole liquor, and attacked employees with a crowbar when they attempted to stop him. Despite the employees’ brave efforts, Dennis managed to flee the scene before officers arrived within a minute of dispatch.
Massive fire destroys barn in suburban Woodstock, officials say
Note: The latest updates on Monday's barn fire can be found here. A massive fire tore through a barn in suburban Woodstock Monday, and firefighters remained on scene into the afternoon hours. According to officials with the Woodstock Fire/Rescue District, the fire broke out in the 1600 block of South...
Algonquin, IL – Serious Injuries in Head-On Crash on Randall Rd
Algonquin, IL (June 30, 2024) – A serious car head-on collision on Saturday, June 29, in Algonquin. Two drivers sustained serious injuries due to the wreck. The incident occurred around 9:43 p.m. on Randall Road just north of Harnish Drive. According to Algonquin police, the driver of a white...
Person dead following single-vehicle crash in Downs
The victim of a car crash Monday evening near Downs has been identified as 62-year-old Stanley Miller of Crystal Lake, Illinois. Crystal Lake is a northwest Chicago suburb in McHenry County. According to the McLean County coroner's office, Miller lost control of his vehicle at 8:44 p.m. Monday while driving...
Crystal Lake man identified in rural McLean County fatal crash
DOWNS – A 65-year-old man from Crystal Lake died in an accident late Monday evening in Downs. McLean County Coroner Dr. Kathleen Yoder reports the single-vehicle accident occurred on Illinois Route 150 just west of McLean County in Downs Township around 8:45 p.m. Dr. Yoder reports Stanley Miller died...
Gurnee fire rescues owl stuck in soccer net
GURNEE, Ill. — An owl was able to spread its wings and fly away to safety thanks to fire officials in Gurnee. The Gurnee Fire Department responded to Ravinia Park, located in the 900 block of Ravinia Drive, Tuesday morning. They found an owl stuck in a soccer net.
Vernon Hills Police Provide Traffic Plan for July 4th Festivities
Vernon Hills, IL – Residents of Vernon Hills are gearing up for a spectacular July 4th fireworks display, scheduled from 9:15 to 9:30 p.m. Attendees are encouraged to park in the western lot of upper-level Hawthorn Mall and walk west along Center Drive. According to the Vernon Hills Police Department, officers will be present to assist pedestrians crossing the street. Temporary lane closures will be implemented post-fireworks to facilitate safe exit from parking lots.
2 Zion women accused of stealing over $1,400 worth of children’s clothes from Oak Brook Macy’s, leading police on chase
OAK BROOK, Ill. — Felony charges have been filed against two women accused of stealing from a west suburban department store before leading police on a high-speed chase. 32-year-old Asia Wallace and 24-year-old Kayshanda Outlaw, both Zion residents, have each been charged with one count of burglary and one count of retail theft. Outlaw is […]
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