Chicago police report shootings and homicides have dropped by more than 30% in the first half of 2025, marking a significant decline in violent crime compared to the previous year.
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Chicago police have charged a suspect months after the fatal shooting of a mother, officials announced. Prosecutors say the arrest follows a thorough investigation into the tragic incident. More details to follow.
Marquis Terry has been charged in a kidnapping case as police issue an alert for a string of robberies in Little Village, Humboldt Park, and Logan Square, urging residents to stay vigilant. Authorities continue investigations.
A man was found shot to death inside a vehicle on Chicago’s South Side, authorities confirmed. The Chicago Police Department is investigating the incident, with no suspect information released yet.
Jesus Martinez has been charged with setting a fire on the CTA Blue Line near the Damen stop in Wicker Park, the Chicago Police Department confirmed. The incident disrupted service and prompted an investigation.
A man was fatally attacked in the 500-block of Central Avenue in Chicago’s Austin neighborhood on the West Side, police report. Authorities are investigating the circumstances surrounding the deadly incident.
A 14-year-old boy, Armani Floyd, was killed and eight others injured in a series of shootings in Chicago’s Loop. Mayor Brandon Johnson addressed the violence, condemning the attacks and calling for community action.
A man sexually assaulted a woman with a disability in Chicago’s Loop, police say. The Chicago Police Department is investigating the incident and seeking witnesses or tips to aid the case. Authorities urge public vigilance.
Trump’s efforts to reduce crime in Washington, D.C. highlight stark contrasts with Chicago’s deadly “war zone,” where violence persists despite ongoing interventions, according to The Heritage Foundation.
A woman was critically injured in a stabbing on South Damen Avenue in West Englewood, Chicago. Police have taken a suspect into custody as the investigation continues, ABC7 Chicago reports.
Chicago crime rates have dropped, according to recent data. Block Club Chicago explores how the city tracks crime, revealing the methods behind the numbers and what residents should understand about this decline.
Chicago experienced its most violent nonholiday summer weekend this year, with 32 shot and 6 killed, highlighting ongoing challenges in curbing gun violence across the city, according to the Chicago Sun-Times.
A 14-year-old boy was shot in Chicago’s Bridgeport neighborhood, authorities report. The incident is under investigation, with police seeking witnesses to help identify suspects. No further details have been released.
A 17-year-old boy was fatally shot in a South Side drive-by, Chicago police reported. Authorities are investigating the incident, urging anyone with information to come forward to aid the ongoing probe.
Three people were shot in a South Side Chicago building, police report. Two victims died at the scene, while a third was critically injured. Authorities are investigating the shooting.
A 28-year-old man was fatally shot on Chicago’s South Side, authorities report. The incident is under investigation as police seek motives and potential suspects. No arrests have been made so far.
Crime prevention takes center stage in Chicago this Labor Day weekend as rising violence prompts concerns. Amid threats from Trump to deploy the National Guard, city officials ramp up safety measures to protect residents.
A teen has been charged with murder in connection to the fatal shooting of a woman in Chicago, according to the Chicago Police Department. The investigation is ongoing as authorities seek more details.
Chicago experienced its least violent Fourth of July in at least six years, with significantly fewer shootings and homicides reported. Authorities credited increased patrols and community efforts for the drop.
Former President Trump claims credit for a recent drop in Chicago crime rates. However, experts argue that broader local efforts and national trends played a more significant role, challenging his assertion.