Fake License Plate Leads To Felony Charge: Des Plaines Police Blotter

Other reports include a wallet stolen at a Metra station, a hit-and-run crash and an order of protection violation.

🌱 Patch AM: Des Plaines Police Release Recordings Of Fatal Touhy Avenue Shooting

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Des Plaines Police Release Recordings Of Fatal Touhy Avenue Shooting

Police identified the sergeant who shot a 21-year-old man holding a hedge trimmer as an outside investigation remains ongoing.

🌱 Patch AM: Woman Accused Of Headbutting Officer: Des Plaines Blotter

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Woman Accused Of Headbutting Officer: Des Plaines Blotter

Police also reported a fleeing BMW driver, a warrant arrest and a revoked-license arrest following a crash involving a pedestrian.

🌱 Patch AM: Car Flips In Roadway, Driver Charged With Aggravated DUI: Des Plaines Blotter

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Palatine To Honor 2 Firefighters Killed In 1946 Train Crash

The Oct. 1 ceremony will mark 80 years since a Palatine fire truck collided with a passenger train while responding to a fire.

Car Flips In Roadway, Driver Charged With Aggravated DUI: Des Plaines Blotter

Police also reported a dirt bike pursuit, two stolen SUVs and arrests tied to a hit-and-run crash.

🌱 Patch AM: Famed English Wrestler Benjamin 'PAC' Satterley Found Dead Outside Des Plaines Restaurant: Reports

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Famed Wrestler Benjamin 'PAC' Satterley Found Dead Outside Des Plaines Restaurant: Reports

Benjamin "PAC" Satterley, 40, was alone when he was found in a rental vehicle outside a Des Plaines restaurant, news reports say.

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Heroin Found In Lost Wallet At Rivers Casino: Des Plaines Police Blotter

A Gurnee man was also accused of DUI and resisting police after officers said he refused to leave the casino.

DUI Arrest, Hotel Theft: Des Plaines Police Blotter

Police also arrested a Rolling Meadows man on a warrant after he was found sleeping behind a business.

Des Plaines Woman Gets 40 Years For Killing 3-Year-Old Nephew

Victoria Moreno pleaded guilty to first-degree murder and was found guilty but mentally ill in the 2022 death of Josiah Bell Brown.

Voicing Our Veterans’ Stories Opens September 24

Opening September 24 at the Des Plaines History Center, Voicing Our Veterans’ Stories explores pivotal moments in a service member’s journey

Child Endangerment, Necklace Theft Schemes: Des Plaines Police Blotter

Police also reported a vehicle burglary, a stolen suitcase, a hit-and-run crash and criminal damage to a vehicle.

6 Des Plaines Officers Placed On Paid Leave After Fatal Police Shooting

Police said only one officer was directly involved in the shooting of 21-year-old Ayham Babidi; the other five were at the scene.

Cocaine Possession, Officer Assault Charges: Des Plaines Police Blotter

Police also reported two vehicle damage cases, a hit-and-run and the theft of aluminum panels from a business.

Rizzo Walk Off For Cancer Returns To Des Plaines School

The school's 14th annual Rizzo Walk Off for Cancer will benefit the Anthony Rizzo Family Foundation.

Officer Battered, Driver Resists Arrest: Des Plaines Police Blotter

Police also reported a vehicle damaged overnight and an arrest involving alleged battery and an outstanding warrant.

Suburban Woman Dies After Being Pulled From Lake Michigan Near Grant Park

The 34-year-old woman was found in the water near Monroe Harbor Friday night.

Wheeling Township Nonprofit Grant Applications Now Open

Local nonprofits that provide essential human and youth services to Township residents are encouraged to apply by Monday, September 21.

Man Killed In Des Plaines Police Shooting Was Armed With Hedge Trimmer: Police

Police said the 21-year-old advanced toward an officer while brandishing the electric trimmer despite repeated commands to drop it.

Resident Shot During Police Response To Domestic Incident In Des Plaines: Cops

Roads were blocked off as police responded to the incident in the 2000 block of Touhy Avenue.

Woman Cut With Knife, 2 DUI Arrests: Des Plaines Police Blotter

Police also reported a residential burglary, stolen power tools and two alleged violations of an order of protection.

Cook County Sheriff’s Police Seek Missing Man From Maine Township

Adam Ragab, 37, was last seen Sept. 3 in the 8800 block of Dee Road near Des Plaines.

Des Plaines Man Charged With Possessing AI-Generated Child Sexual Abuse Material

Sheriff's police said the Des Plaines man had more than 70 files of child sexual abuse material, including AI-generated images.

Brass Knuckles Found In Traffic Stop, 2 Vehicle Burglaries: Des Plaines Blotter

Police also reported a warrant arrest and an intoxicated pedestrian accused of sitting in the roadway and obstructing an officer.

4th Man Charged In Fight At Des Plaines Mosque: Police

Police said the 23-year-old turned himself in days after the confrontation, which previously led to charges against three others.

District 62 Adding Middle School Soccer Through New Suburban Partnership

Seventh- and eighth-grade boys and girls will compete in separate fall and spring beginning this school year.

3 Charged After Fight At Des Plaines Mosque; Guns Found In BMW: Police

Other recent reports involved suspected crack cocaine, a DUI arrest and a $5,800 Facebook Marketplace scam.

Des Plaines Forum To Focus On Cost Of Living, Community Needs

The Sept. 14 event will bring together officials from housing, health care and government to discuss affordability pressures.

3 Dogs, Cat Killed In Des Plaines House Fire

One resident escaped the early Sunday morning blaze on East Walnut Avenue and declined further medical treatment.

Loaded Gun, Hydrocodone Found After High-Speed Stop: Des Plaines Blotter

Police also reported a battery involving an officer and a hit-and-run crash involving a bicyclist.

Des Plaines Lottery Player Wins $2 Million Scratch-Off Prize

The winner bought the $20 ticket at ZJ's Pantry Plus Liquors and plans to use the money for a new home and a vacation.

Oakton College Unveils Fall Lineup Of Theater, Music And Special Events

The season includes a 9/11 tribute, guitar festival, student plays, concerts and more through December.

Pakistan American Chamber Commerce in Chicago held a gala to foster trade ties between US and Pakistan

Pakistan American Chicagoland Chamber of Commerce (PACCC) hosted its first annual gala in the Chicago area

Maine Township Pakistani American celebrated Independence cultural Day celebration.

The Pakistani American community in Maine Township, Chicago, enthusiastically celebrated the yearly Independence Day cultural event.