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CRIME & SAFETY
Three Men In Custody After State Police Human Trafficking Operation In Yorkville
Three men were arrested over the weekend after the Illinois State Police Division of Criminal Investigation Trafficking Enforcement Bureau undertook a two-day human trafficking enforcement operation in the Yorkville area. The operation focused on identifying individuals seeking to engage in commercial sex acts. The men, ranging in age from 26...
Naperville, IL – DuPage River Sports Complex Evacuated After Heavy Police Response
Naperville, IL – Police responded in force Monday evening to the DuPage River Sports Complex for an undisclosed incident inside the facility. Several witnesses confirmed the park was evacuated following the incident, which remains undisclosed due to privacy concerns. Police have stated there are no plans to release further information, citing ‘privacy concerns’.
Naperville Police Investigate Early Daylight Shooting, Seek Information
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Semi catches fire in Aurora I-88 crash; some lanes closed: Illinois State Police
Some lanes are closed on Interstate 88 in Chicago's west suburbs Monday afternoon, after a semitrailer crashed and caught fire, Illinois State Police said.State troopers responded about noon to westbound I-88 at Farnsworth Avenue in Aurora for a reported crash between the truck and another vehicle, police said.ABC7 Chicago is now streaming 24/7. Click here to watchIt was not immediately clear what led up to the crash, but the truck caught fire, police said.Minor injuries were reported, state police said.SEE ALSO: Off-duty police officer among 4 killed in DWI crash at New York nail salon; 9 others injuredAll westbound lanes are closed, and one eastbound lane is closed, causing a traffic backup.Around 12:30 p.m., the fire appeared to be out, but crews remained on the scene cleaning up.This is a developing story; check back with ABC7 Chicago for updates.
Aurora (IL) Plans to Create Public Safety Campus for Police and Fire Headquarters
The city of Aurora is planning to move its fire department’s headquarters into a new building on the same site as the current Aurora Police Department headquarters, creating a joint public safety campus. The plans were announced by Mayor Richard Irvin at Wednesday’s public safety and community engagement-focused State...
Naperville house fire causes $800K in damages
NAPERVILLE, Ill. - A house caught fire in Naperville early Tuesday morning, causing an estimated $800,000 in damages. The Naperville Fire Department was called to a report of a structure fire in the 2700 block of Willow Ridge Drive at 3:50 a.m. Crews arrived on the scene within seven minutes...
Gas price increase | Shooting investigated | Naperville Little League Championship Show
The start of July means a boost in gas prices in Illinois. As of July 1, the state gas tax will increase by 2 cents, moving it up to 47 cents per gallon. The rise is a result of Governor J.B. Pritzker’s Rebuild Illinois Capital Plan, which in 2019, established a yearly increase in fuel taxes to help fund infrastructure improvements.
DeKalb County United plays legacy soccer match honoring fallen Deputy Musil
DEKALB, Ill. (WIFR) - The goal was a heroic celebration for Deputy Christina Musil. Rather than a teary-eyed night, DeKalb County United planned a festive mood – honoring the legacy of the mom of three, DeKalb County Sheriff’s Office deputy and Afghanistan veteran nicknamed “Beana.”. “You could...
Focus on Safety – Preventing vehicle burglaries and thefts
It’s an unfortunate trend, but each year as the temperatures rise, so do the number of property crimes reported to the Naperville Police Department. One of the most common property crimes experienced in our area is burglary to motor vehicles. In most cases, this is a preventable crime. So, this month, the Naperville Police Department turns its Safer Naper education and prevention efforts toward protecting your vehicle and the property inside it.
Students and Parents: Naperville Police to offer college safety presentation July 18
As many new college freshmen are getting ready for move-in day on college campuses across the nation, the Naperville Police Department wants to be sure that parents are sending off their young adults with the necessary knowledge and skills to keep themselves and their property safe. Department personnel will present...
Yorkville man charged with leaving accident scene on foot
The Oswego Police Department arrested a Yorkville man and charged him with leaving the scene of an accident on Sunday evening. Police allege that 52-year-old Robert K. Hefner ran a red light at Douglas and Fernwood roads and struck another vehicle that was turning. Hefner then reportedly fled the crash on foot but was located in a nearby parking lot.
Streator Woman Accused of Possessing Firearm & Meth
The Grundy County Proactive Unit arrested two individuals after a traffic stop in the 200 block of Earl Street in Morris on June 27th. Shelby Newell, 31, of Streator was charged with the Unlawful Possession of a Weapon by a Felon and the Unlawful Possession of meth, both class three felonies and two counts of the Unlawful Possession of a Controlled Substance, both class four felonies.
One person seriously hurt after jumping off bridge in Aurora
The Kane County Sheriff's Office says a man was seriously hurt after jumping from the Farnsworth Bridge onto I-88 Thursday afternoon in Aurora. The sheriff's office says it happened at about 1:47 p.m. into eastbound traffic near mile marker 119. No vehicles hit the man, who is said to have jumped on purpose. He was taken to an area hospital for treatment.
One hurt in motorized skateboard crash Saturday night in Oswego
The Oswego Police Department says one person was hurt when he crashed into a BMW while riding a motorized skateboard Saturday in the area of Douglas and Longbeach roads. Authorities say 34-year-old James Holod, of Montgomery, was heading north on Douglas Road on a motorized skateboard when he hit a BMW driven by a 53-year-old Oswego man who was heading south on Douglas Road and turning onto Longbeach Road.
Oswego Police announce parking, traffic regulations ahead of July 4th Fireworks show
The Oswego Police Department outlined parking regulations for the annual Independence Day fireworks celebration on Thursday. The fireworks are set to begin at 9:30pm and last about 15-20 minutes, with a rain date scheduled for Friday. Police officials are encouraging those attending the fireworks celebration to use the parking lots...
Missing rural Sheridan woman found safe
After four days of searching, a missing Sheridan woman was found safe on Sunday. Forty-year old Sarah Petritsch had been reported missing at 10 a.m. Wednesday, last seen between Leland and rural Sheridan. A LaSalle County Sheriff’s Department Press release said the 40-year-old woman is back with her family. Sheriff...
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