CHICAGO, IL – A tragic incident unfolded in the Austin neighborhood of Chicago on December 13, resulting in the fatal shooting of a 34-year-old woman in front of her children. The woman, Maria Roque, was shot multiple times in the presence of her 14-year-old son and 8-year-old daughter, just hours before her ex-boyfriend, Kenneth Brown, … Read more
CHICAGO, IL – The end-of-year crime statistics released by the Chicago Police Department on New Year’s Day revealed a mixed bag of results for the city. While shootings and murders were down over the past year, there were increases in other crimes across Chicago. Despite the positive development of decreased shooting incidents and murders, the … Read more
Chicago, Illinois – According to preliminary data from the Chicago Police Department, the city experienced a decrease in murders in 2023, but the overall crime rate remains high. Although there were fewer reported shooting incidents compared to the previous year, there was a significant increase in robberies. The year 2024 started with a fatal shooting … Read more
CHICAGO, IL — Over the holiday weekend, Chicago has once again been plagued by a surge in gun violence, with at least 12 people being shot, one of whom tragically lost his life. The incidents occurred across various neighborhoods in the city, raising concerns about public safety and the ongoing challenges faced by law enforcement. … Read more
CHICAGO – The ex-boyfriend of an Austin woman who was shot and killed during a domestic dispute earlier this month has been charged with her slaying. Kenneth Brown, 44, was arrested Friday in the 3100 block of West Harrison Street and charged with first degree murder, Chicago police said. The victim, Maria Roque, 34, was … Read more
Chicago, IL – Chicago police have made a significant development in the case of the fatal shooting of Maria Roque, a mother gunned down on her front lawn in mid-December. A person of interest has been taken into custody, bringing some relief to the Roque family, who have been grieving the loss of their loved … Read more
CHICAGO, Illinois – A tragic incident on the Dan Ryan Expressway claimed the life of a young mother of two early Tuesday morning. Stephanie N. Johnson, 27, was involved in a minor crash on the southbound lanes at 18th Street before being fatally struck by another car as she exited her vehicle. In connection with … Read more