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6 months after Illinois ended cash bail, jail populations are down as courts settle into new patterns
In one of the most serious cases on the detention hearing call at the Leighton Criminal Court Building on a day earlier this month, a judge ordered a teen jailed pending trial after he was accused of shooting a woman in the neck during an attempted carjacking. “It’s difficult for the court to come to the finding that an 18-year-old is so dangerous,” said Cook County Judge William Fahy. “I ...
NW Indiana ER & Hospital creates a unique, patient-centered facility in Lake County
NW Indiana ER & Hospital was created to fulfill one purpose-–to provide high-quality care in a calm environment with little to no wait time. Owned and operated by emergency room board certified physicians, everything about NW Indiana ER & Hospital exists to make healthcare about the patient and not the system.
South Shore Line announces nighttime busing between Hegewisch and East Chicago
On the South Shore Line, some nighttime trains are being replaced by buses between Hegewisch and East Chicago. Between now and Friday night, the busing will be in effect for the last three eastbound trains of the night: trains leaving Millennium Station after 9:00 p.m. Passengers will get off the...
Gary man gets 4-year split sentence for killing DJ at ex-girlfriend’s home
A Gary man got a four-year split sentence Friday after signing a plea deal for heading to his ex-girlfriend’s home, opening fire in her basement, and killing a man who had stayed the night with her and been asleep. Jerrell “Rell” Harris, 39, would serve one year in the Indiana Department of Corrections, two years in Lake County Community Corrections, and one year on probation. He pleaded ...
Hazel Crest woman brings awareness to rare genetic disease
A woman from Hazel Crest is trying to spread the word about amyloidosis, a hereditary condition which disproportionately affects Black Americans. Hereditary ATTR involves an abnormal buildup of protein.
Flood advisory issued for parts of Chicago area as heavy rain leads to wet, slippery commute
A flood advisory was issued Monday morning for parts of the Chicago area as moderate to heavy rain was continuing to fall across the region. The advisory, issued just before 6 a.m. by the National Weather Service impacts parts Cook, DuPage and Will Counties. The advisory remains in effect until 8 a.m.
Sheriff’s Office etches catalytic converters at Park Ridge event
The Cook County Sheriff’s Office held a catalytic converting etching event with Maine Township on April 25 to deter the theft of catalytic converters. According to officials,120 people registered for the free event, held at Maine Township Town Hall in Park Ridge. Tisa Morris, executive director of communications engagement for the sheriff’s office, said residents had to register online with ...
Early Cicada Sightings Are a False Alarm, Mass Emergence Not Here Yet, Researchers Say
Walking the trails at north suburban Ryerson Woods over the weekend and again on Monday, Mark Hurley spotted what anyone else could be forgiven for thinking was an early emergence of Brood XIII, aka the 17-year periodical cicadas northern Illinois residents are awaiting with a combination of excitement and dread.
All Southland College Prep graduating seniors accepted to college, garnering $50M in scholarships
COOK COUNTY - Southland College Prep continues its streak of remarkable success as all 133 graduating seniors of the class of 2024 have received college acceptance letters. In an annual ceremony held on Tuesday, graduating students proudly announced their chosen colleges, symbolically raising the banner of their achievements. The senior...
Governor marks 100th mile of trail funded by Next Level Trails program
Governor Eric Holcomb marked the completion of 100 miles of trails, under his Next Level Trails program. The governor joined officials in Merrillville on Tuesday to cut the ribbon on the extension of the C&O Greenway. Holcomb said projects like this connect communities — and offer opportunities for education and...
Gary mayor outlines vision for city’s comeback in State of the City address
GARY, Ind. (WNDU) - There’s no denying the decline of Gary over the last several years, but now the newest mayor plans to bring hope and create necessary change. Mayor Eddie Melton gave his first 100 days progress report during his inaugural State of the City address on Tuesday at West Side Leadership Academy. He says he is on a mission to make Gary one of the greatest comeback stories ever.
Friends, family plead for justice for slain Chicago officer: 'We'll never feel the same'
CHICAGO - Community members, family and friends came together Sunday afternoon to honor the life of Chicago Police Officer Luis Huesca. Huesca was fatally shot Sunday, April 21 in Gage Park while he was returning home from his tour of duty with the Area 2 Priority Response Team. His visitation...
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