Chicago Officer Luis Huesca Murder Suspect Charged with First-Degree Murder

Chicago, Illinois – A suspect has been charged in connection with the murder of police officer Luis Huesca, as reported by NBC 5 Investigates. Xavier L. Tate Jr., 22, has been charged with first-degree murder in the Circuit Court of Cook County, according to court documents filed on Friday. As of Friday night, Tate had … Read more

Dismemberment Conviction: Chicago Woman Found Guilty of Murdering Landlord and Hiding Body Parts in Freezer

Chicago, Illinois – A Chicago woman has been found guilty of the murder and dismemberment of her landlord, who she then stuffed in a freezer at the boarding house where they resided. Sandra Kolalou, 37, faced charges of first-degree murder, dismembering a body, concealing a homicidal death, and aggravated identity theft, with her sentencing set … Read more

Chicago Woman Accused of Killing and Dismembering Landlord as Jury Deliberates

Chicago, Illinois – A woman who stands accused of killing and dismembering her landlord is currently awaiting the jury’s decision in a high-profile trial. Sandra Kolalou, 36, faces charges of first-degree murder and concealing a homicidal death in connection with the death of Frances Walker in October 2022. Prosecutors claim that Kolalou committed the murder … Read more

Answers Sought for Shooting of Chicago Teen in Whiting, Indiana by Family and Friends

Whiting, Indiana – The community of Whiting, Indiana came together to honor the life of a young Chicago teenager, Damien Abenante-Villa, who tragically lost his life to gun violence while visiting family in Northwest Indiana. The 14-year-old boy was shot and killed in front of his loved ones nearly a month ago, leaving his family … Read more

Shooting in Back of the Yards: Updates on Victim, Suspect Search, and More from NBC Chicago

Chicago, Illinois – Authorities are in the midst of a search for a suspect involved in a tragic mass shooting in the Back of the Yards neighborhood. The incident, which occurred at a location where individuals were gathered, has left the community in shock and mourning. As investigators piece together details of the event, the … Read more

Convicted Rapist and Killer of 11-Year-Old Chicago Girl Dies in Prison

Chicago, Illinois – A man convicted of the rape and murder of 11-year-old Ryan Harris in 1998 has passed away in prison. Floyd Durr, who was serving a life sentence for the heinous crime in Englewood, drew national attention to the case. Initially, police accused two young boys, ages 7 and 8, before DNA evidence … Read more

String of Violent Chicago Robberies Leaves Woman Traumatized and Injured on North and Northwest Sides

Chicago, Illinois – A Chicago woman is still recovering from a violent attack that police believe is part of a series of robberies on the city’s North and Northwest sides. The victim, identified only as Kat, was walking to work one Friday morning when she was targeted by assailants. She described feeling a tug at … Read more

Chicago Weekend Violence Erupts with 13 Shot, 2 Dead as Police Search for Suspects

Chicago, Illinois – A weekend of violence in Chicago has left at least 13 people shot, with two fatalities reported by the police. Among the incidents, a 55-year-old man was fatally shot in the West Englewood neighborhood on Saturday morning. The victim was targeted by someone firing from a passing vehicle, leading to his death … Read more

Record-Breaking Three-Point Shooting Leads Brooklyn Nets to Victory Over Chicago Bulls

NEW YORK, NY – The Brooklyn Nets, known for their unpredictable performances, showcased their prowess from beyond the arc in a recent game against the Chicago Bulls. The Nets’ sharpshooting from three-point range played a pivotal role in their decisive 125-108 victory over the Bulls. Guard Cam Thomas emphasized the team’s resilience and ability to … Read more

Traffic Stop Shooting Leaves Chicago Police Officer Wounded and Suspect Dead

Chicago, Illinois – A Chicago police officer was injured and a 26-year-old man was fatally shot during an exchange of gunfire at a traffic stop, according to police officials. The incident occurred in the Humboldt Park neighborhood on the city’s West Side. The wounded officer, shot in the wrist, is hospitalized in good condition. Four … Read more