Chicago-area synagogue hit with antisemitic graffiti
VERNON HILLS, Ill. – An investigation has been launched after antisemitic graffiti was found on the property of a synagogue over the weekend in the north suburbs. On Tuesday, Vernon Hills police were called to Congregation Or Shalom Synagogue at…
Burke County, North Carolina House Fire on Swink Street Leaves Two Victims Confirmed by Authorities
Burke County, North Carolina House Fire on Swink Street Leaves Two Victims Confirmed by Authorities The Burke County Sheriff’s Office has officially released new details regarding the devastating house fire that occurred earlier this week on Swink Street, confirming the…
Former Illinois school nurse sentenced for ‘diabolical’ mismanagement of student medications
ARLINGTON HEIGHTS, Ill. – A former Arlington Heights elementary school nurse has been sentenced to jail time after pleading guilty to misappropriating medications prescribed to students. What we know: Tory Eitz, 48, was sentenced Thursday to 180 days in Cook…
Father of man found dead at Burning Man breaks silence after homicide investigation launched
The father of a Burning Man reveller who was found dead at the Nevada music festival over the weekend has said he demands that those responsible “face consequences.” The Washoe County Regional Medical Examiner’s Office on Wednesday identified Vadim Kruglov,…
Two stolen guns, cocaine seized during Aurora traffic stop
article Image provided by the Aurora Police Department AURORA, Ill. – Aurora police recovered three loaded guns — two of them stolen — during a late-night traffic stop last weekend that also led to weapons charges for two teenagers. What…
Chicago weather: Cool weekend ahead with highs in the upper 60s
CHICAGO – Gusty winds take center stage today, but that’s not the only player. Yesterday I discussed the return of wildfire smoke to our sky and it is certainly evident now. As I was refueling this morning, I noticed how…
Stafford, Texas Standoff Leaves Adrian Mercado and Thomas Goodson Dead While Officer Survives Gunfire Exchange
Stafford, Texas Standoff Leaves Adrian Mercado and Thomas Goodson Dead While Officer Survives Gunfire Exchange A tragic standoff in Stafford, Texas, ended in heartbreak as two men, Adrian Mercado and Thomas Goodson, lost their lives during a violent confrontation that…
Man freed after nearly three decades in prison after he’s cleared of murder ‘tainted by false evidence’
A man wrongfully imprisoned for nearly three decades for murder has been released from a Minnesota prison, after the woman who falsely implicated him confessed to the crime. Bryan Hooper Sr.’s first-degree murder conviction was vacated by state District Court…
Easton, Pennsylvania mourns firefighter Tyler Weidner whose unexpected passing leaves community grieving cherished life of service
Easton, Pennsylvania mourns firefighter Tyler Weidner whose unexpected passing leaves community grieving cherished life of service Easton, Pennsylvania is in mourning after the sudden and unexpected passing of firefighter Tyler Weidner, a devoted son, trusted friend, and highly respected member…
Pair charged in suburban Walmart attempted robbery, linked to crime ring: police
MOUNT PROSPECT, Ill. – Two suspects accused of trying to scam and rob an 83-year-old man in a suburban Walmart parking lot are in custody, authorities said. What we know: The incident happened about 3:33 p.m. Tuesday, Aug. 26, in…