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Murder weapon never recovered from Romeoville family mass shooting, police confirm
When hundreds of records were released to the ABC 7 I-Team last week about a Romeoville family murdered last year, many questions were answered but one riddle still remains and may never be solved: Where's the murder weapon?The murder weapon used to kill the family of four was never recovered over the course of the department's yearlong investigation, Romeoville's deputy chief Christopher Burne confirmed on Tuesday.ABC7 Chicago is now streaming 24/7. Click here to watchBut new video obtained by the I-Team, backed up by investigative records, raises new questions over whether the alleged killer, Nathaniel Huey Jr., had assistance in...
Urgent Search Launched for Missing Nonverbal Teen with Autism in Chicago's Austin Neighborhood
CHICAGO – An urgent search is unfolding for Micah Grady, an 18-year-old with autism who is nonverbal, after she went missing on Monday morning. Grady was last spotted in the Austin neighborhood near the intersection of Leamington and Washington on Chicago's West Side.
South suburban police chase results in gunfire, chaotic search
Police in Riverdale said officers had spotted a stolen vehicle and tried to pull it over near 146th and Halsted. Police said a passenger got out of the stolen car and pointed a gun at officers. One of the officers then fired multiple shots.
Jury selection begins in corruption trial of longest-serving legislative leader in US history
CHICAGO (AP) — Jury selection begins Wednesday in the corruption trial of former Illinois House Speaker Michael Madigan, once the longest-serving legislative leader in American history. The case against Madigan, who resigned in 2021, is one of Illinois’ largest corruption trials in years. The 83-year-old is charged in a multimillion-dollar racketeering and bribery scheme that included the state’s largest utility, ComEd. Federal prosecutors allege the Chicago Democrat used his power not only as speaker but in other roles, including as head of the state Democratic Party, to run a “criminal enterprise” to amass even more wealth and power. A 23-count indictment against him includes racketeering conspiracy, wire fraud and attempted extortion charges. More than 1,000 people were mailed jury summonses. That number was narrowed to about 180 people who reported to federal court in Chicago on Tuesday to fill out questionnaires. Questioning by federal prosecutors and lawyers for Madigan, and his codefendant and longtime confidant Michael McClain, was set to begin Wednesday.
Mayor Johnson considers layoffs, property tax hike to address $1 billion budget deficit
Mayor Brandon Johnson is looking for new ways to close the nearly $1 billion budget deficit the city is currently facing, including possible layoffs or even a property tax increase, according to a new report in Crain's Chicago Business.
Megan Thee Stallion Will Bring Annual ‘Hottieween’ Party to Chicago
Megan Thee Stallion is upgrading her annual Hottieween celebration, and taking it to Chicago! On Tuesday, the musician announced that her yearly party will be held on Oct. 31 — and all of the ticket proceeds will support her charity.Yung Miami, GloRilla Set to Perform at 2024 BET Hip-Hop Music Awards “Hottieween is BIGGER than ever this year !!! CHICAGO HOTTIES we had so much fun together at Thee Hot Girl Summer Tour so I hadddd to come celebrate Hottieween with yall,” Megan wrote on X. “Trust me you don’t wanna miss this one See you soon.” All ticket sales...
Midway Armory Can’t Become Police Station, City Says — But Southwest Siders Aren’t Giving Up
CLEARING — Plans to turn a vacant National Guard building into a new police station for the Southwest Side are at a standstill as city officials feud over the building — but Southwest Side alderpeople continue to fight for the station. Southwest Side officials have long pushed for...
Activist moms hope UN takes action on behalf of police torture victims in Chicago
CHICAGO (CBS) -- After more than 23 years in prison for a crime he has always maintained he didn't commit, Kevin Jackson stepped out of Western Illinois Correctional Center late Tuesday morning as a free man. Jackson was greeted by his Chicago family and attorneys, who made the drive to Mount Sterling to pick him up. This came a day after a Cook County judge ordered his release after a decision by the First District Illinois Appellate Court. Jackson's case involved an alleged conflict of interest with the Cook County State's Attorney's Office and allegations that a now-retired Chicago Police detective...
Daywatch: New casino makes huge debut
Good morning, Chicago. Hard Rock Rockford had a huge debut at its new permanent casino, jumping from ninth to second in Illinois in both gaming revenue and visitors during its first full month. The sprawling entertainment complex generated $13.7 million in adjusted gross receipts and drew more than 157,000 visitors for September, topping every casino in the state but perennial leader Rivers ...
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