Park City Cop Charged with Sexually Abusing Woman During Traffic Stops

A part-time Park City police officer faces 10 felony counts for allegedly sexually abusing a woman under threat of arrest during two traffic stops in January. Patrick Cacho, 29, of Kenosha, Wisconsin, exploited his badge in the Lake County village, prompting a swift Illinois State Police probe. The judge cited 'predatory behavior' in ordering him held without bail.

May 5

Chicago Woman Charged in Shooting of Teen at Pullman Back-to-School Event

May 5

Elmwood Park Squad Car Hit Head-On on Chicago's West Side

May 5

Illinois Retail Workers Under Siege as Violent Thefts Surge 7%

May 5

Bulls Routed by Knicks in Playoff Opener at MSG

The Chicago Bulls' playoff dreams took a bruising hit as the New York Knicks demolished them 136-96 in a Game 1 rout at Madison Square Garden. OG Anunoby's 31 points powered New York to a 47-point lead, leaving Chicago fans stunned. Illinois basketball faithful now await a fierce response in Game 2.

May 5

White Sox Fall to Guardians in Home Opener at Guaranteed Rate

May 5

Prospect Knights dominate home turf at 58th Wanner Invitational

May 5

Blackhawks Win No. 1 Pick in 2023 Draft Lottery, Eye Bedard

May 5

Joliet Greenlights $20B Data Center, Illinois' Largest on 795 Acres

Joliet city leaders have approved the first major step for a colossal $20 billion data center campus on 795 acres of farmland, poised to become the biggest in Illinois. The project promises thousands of construction jobs but sparks debate over water, power demands and permanent employment. As AI booms, this Chicago suburb bets big on tech infrastructure.

May 5

Strangled in Schaumburg: Woman Dead, Man Held After Welfare Check

A 43-year-old woman was found strangled to death in her Schaumburg home Thursday night, prompting a homicide probe by local police. A man known to her was taken into custody at the scene, though no charges have been filed. Authorities assure northwest suburban residents there is no ongoing threat.

May 5