Chicago police issued a warning after multiple sexual assaults and robberies in Woodlawn were linked to a dating app. Authorities urge caution when meeting strangers and report suspicious activity promptly.
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New DEA Chicago leader Todd Smith outlines his priorities in tackling local crime, focusing on dismantling Chicago gangs, Mexican cartels, and drug trafficking networks in an exclusive ABC7 Chicago interview.
A teenager was shot and injured in Chicago’s South Shore neighborhood, according to police. The incident is under investigation. No arrests have been made at this time. Authorities urge anyone with information to come forward.
In 2025, Chicago recorded its fewest murders since the 1960s, according to preliminary CPD data. Overall violent crime also declined, marking a significant drop and sparking hope for continued progress in city safety.
Two 15-year-olds have been charged in the brutal beating of Larry Gilkey on a CTA bus in South Austin, Chicago. The incident occurred in the 700-block of South Cicero Avenue, raising concerns about youth violence.
Seven children have been charged after a viral video showed them beating a mother and her son in Chicago, police say. The disturbing incident has sparked outrage and an ongoing investigation.
As Trump threatens to deploy the National Guard to Chicago, public safety experts analyze crime data and scrutinize the effectiveness of current public spending, questioning whether militarized responses address root issues.
Chicago continues to battle high crime rates, with violent incidents frequently making headlines. Despite efforts to improve safety, residents and authorities remain concerned over persistent gun violence and public disorder.
Chicago is on track to record its lowest number of homicides in over a decade in 2025, with violent crime overall also declining, officials report. The trend marks a significant improvement in city safety, according to ABC7 Chicago.
Data from Stateline reveals that despite high crime rates, Trump has not deployed federal troops to the cities most affected. Critics question the administration’s focus and strategy on urban security measures.
A 16-year-old boy was shot in the Gresham neighborhood of Chicago. Police responded quickly, but the circumstances surrounding the shooting remain under investigation. No arrests have been made at this time.
Chicago crime stats reveal ongoing challenges, with violent crime rates remaining high despite recent declines. The data sparks debate over Trump’s claims about the city’s safety. MyStateline breaks down the numbers at a glance.
Two people were shot inside a car on Chicago’s South Side, authorities reported. The incident remains under investigation as police seek witnesses. No arrests have been made, and the victims’ conditions are unknown.
Chicago has recorded its fewest killings since 1965, marking a significant drop in violence. This milestone comes despite former President Trump’s frequent criticism and campaign attacks targeting the city’s safety record.
Three people were shot while sitting in a car on Chicago’s South Side, police report. The incident remains under investigation as authorities seek witnesses and details. No arrests have been made.
Chicago Police Superintendent Larry Snelling addressed rising CTA crime, the tragic death of Officer Krystal Rivera, and the “Midway Blitz” initiative in a comprehensive year-in-review report.
Chicago reported its fewest summer murders since 1965, signaling a notable drop in violence. This decline contrasts with former President Trump’s focus on high crime rates in the city, drawing national attention.
A man was detained following a police-involved shooting and crash during a stolen ambulance chase in Cicero. The pursuit ended on Chicago’s West Side, where officers intervened to stop the suspect.
Chicago city leaders reject the Department of Homeland Security’s claim crediting them for the recent crime drop. Officials emphasize local efforts as key to improving public safety, pushing back on federal assertions.
Violent crime in Chicago continues to decline, with homicides hitting their lowest level in a decade, according to recent police data. The city sees progress in public safety as efforts to reduce violence show results.