Uber Driver Carjacked While Picking Up Customer, Police Said

The driver is unharmed, but lost his vehicle to the man, which he told police will cost him about $10,000.

Uber Driver, Joe Schelstraete, Shot During Carjacking In Cicero Dies

The assailants demanded money and the driver’s cellphone, and he handed everything over. But they shot Schelstraete anyway.

Police Investigating Incident With Pistol On William Street

Parties involved in this incident are known to each other and the public is not at risk.

Hotel Shooting Victim Was Oak Park Student: Report

An 18-year-old man was attending a gathering when he was shot in the abdomen at a downtown hotel on Tuesday, according to Chicago police.

River Forest Police Offer Carjacking Prevention Safety Tips

"Carjacking offenses are crimes of opportunity-the offenders are always searching for the most vulnerable prey or highest value auto."

River Forest Police Warn Against 'We Buy Houses' Scam

River Forest residents have notified police about a dangerous text message scam.

Fire Ravages Motel Near O'Hare, Floor Collapses

More than 100 people were inside the O'Hare Kitchenette Motel early Monday when a massive fire broke out.

Driver Facing DUI Charges After Crash Injures Officer In Berwyn

The officer suffered minor injuries and was taken to a local hospital.

'Black Lives Matter' Sign Stolen From River Forest Property; Pelted With Garbage

Village President Catherine Adduci will take part in the National Day of Racial Healing at Dominican University in January.

Oak Park Police Blotter: Robbery, Theft, Stolen Auto, Etc.

The Oak Park Police Department has released its calls for service from Dec. 4 through Dec. 7.

Car Stolen From Oak Park Gas Pump; Woman Attempts Car Theft: OPPD

Oak Park police crime reports also said a suspect tried to take a red snow blower from inside a Porsche, but couldn't fit it around the car.

Oak Park Doctor, Niece Accused In $1.2M Medicaid Fraud Case

A Cook County doctor and his niece from Matteson are facing charges in a massive medicaid fraud case.

Oak Park Police Warn Of Recent Identity Theft Cases

Police recently received an increase in cases of identity thefts involving Oak Park residents who reported being the victims.

Oak Park Police Blotter: Burglary, DUI, Theft, Damage To Property

The Oak Park Police Department recently released its calls for service from Nov. 6 through Nov. 9.

Mail Stolen From USPS Truck, Paintball Shots, Theft In Oak Park

The Oak Park Police Department responded to the following crime reports during the last week of October 2020.

Crash On Eisenhower Kills Woman, Injures Child

Police said the woman driver was ejected from the vehicle during the rollover crash in the eastbound lanes Friday, CBS Chicago reported.

Sex Offenders From River Forest: 2020 Safety Map

There are 2 registered sex offenders from River Forest.

15 Sex Offenders From Oak Park: 2020 Safety Map

There are 15 registered sex offenders from Oak Park.

Missing Oak Park Woman Found: Police

Victoria McCoy, 41, from Oak Park, has been located, Oak Park police told Patch, in addition to 65-year-old Mary Windham.

Car Hijacking Warning Issued By Oak Park Police

Oak Park police share the following warning and safety tips for drivers after several reports involving an 'old vehicle hijacking ruse.'

Missing Oak Park Baby Boy, Parents Found By Police, FBI

According to a Cook County Sheriff's office report, Julian's mother, Jasmin Salgado, 26, was booked​ at the sheriff's office Friday.

Gun Shop Owner Says Accused Walgreens Killer Burglarized His Store

Video shows Sincere Williams breaking into a gun shop months before the attack, CBS reports.

Missing Baby Boy Could Be With Parents: Oak Park Police

Julian Pesce was born on Aug. 5 at West Suburban Hospital and went missing on Sept. 2, Oak Park police said.

Oak Park Woman Found Safe Day After Reported Missing

Rose Czartoryski​, 73, who was reported missing Sunday, has been located, according to the Oak Park Police Department.

Oak Park Mayor's Home Vandalized During Board Meeting

Protests got so distracting that the Oak Park Board of Trustees ended the meeting early before other police reform discussions could happen.

Man Accused Of Robbing UPS Truck In Oak Park Faces Federal Charge

A Berwyn man accused of robbing a UPS truck in Oak Park Friday faces a federal criminal robbery charge, the U.S. Attorney's office reported.

Missing Oak Park Woman Seen In Chicago: Police

According to Oak Park police, 65-year-old Mary Windham is still missing despite a "confirmed sighting" of her ​last week in Chicago.

Police Continue Searching For Missing Oak Park Woman

Mary Windham, 65, was reported missing Saturday after leaving Berkeley Nursing and Rehab Center in Oak Park, where she lives.

Oak Park Woman With Dementia Missing From Nursing Home

According to Oak Park police, Mary Windham is in danger due to suffering from dementia and other conditions.

Man Fatally Stabbed On Des Plaines River Trail: Police

Police said the attacker fled in a blue Mercury Grand Marquis but did not provide a description of the individual.

4 Dead After Crash In River Forest: Police

Police and local authorities are working to identify the four victims in Sunday's fatal crash in River Forest.

Body Of Missing Oak Park Man Found In Cook County: Police

According to Oak Park police, 77-year-old Claude Hughes was found dead Friday afternoon after missing for nearly two weeks.

Oak Park Police Still Actively Looking For Missing Man

"We’ve sent bulletins to surrounding communities to widen the communication," the Oak Park Police Department announced.

Phones Stolen During Armed Robbery And CTA Theft: Oak Park Police

The Oak Park Police Department responded to reports of phones stolen during the first weekend of August 2020.

Search For Missing Oak Park Man Continues: Police

Police are still searching for Claude Hughes, 77, who was reported missing after he left his home Monday night and Tuesday morning.

Police Search For Missing Oak Park Man With Dementia

Claude Hughes, 77, was reported missing after leaving his home between Monday night and Tuesday morning, Oak Park police said.

Fireworks-Related Calls Soar Over July 4th Week: Oak Park Police

Most fireworks-related complaints called in to the Oak Park Police Department took place during the week of the Fourth of July, report said.

Graffiti Reports Increase In Oak Park: Police

According to Oak Park police, nearly 90 percent of all crime across the village is crime against property. Here's how to report graffiti.

Oak Park Police Report Higher Number Of Fireworks Complaints

Oak Park officers will respond to reported spots and issue citations if the person involved with setting off fireworks can be located.

Several Summer Theft Reports In Oak Park: Police

The Oak Park Police Department responded to several crime incidents during the last weekend of June 2020.