Matthew Walberg

Jemel Roberson, a security guard at Manny's Blue Room Lounge in Robbins, was shot and killed by a Midlothian police officer Nov. 11, 2018.

Midlothian cop told Jemel Roberson to drop weapon before fatal Robbins shooting, state police say. Lawyer claims probe rushed.

May 22, 2019 at 4:28 a.m.

A Midlothian police officer gave “multiple verbal commands” to security officer Jemel Roberson to drop his gun and get on the ground before fatally shooting Roberson at a Robbins bar...

Teenage girl critically burned after gas is used to start campfire at party in McHenry, officials say

December 12, 2018 at 3:48 a.m.

A 17-year-old girl was critically burned after a group of teenagers attempted to start a campfire using gasoline at a party in the city of McHenry, authorities said. About 10:40...

U.S. Rep.-elect Lauren Underwood thanks volunteers at her campaign headquarters on Nov. 7, 2018, in St. Charles. Updated results revealed she won in McHenry County.

McHenry Co. failed to include tens of thousands of votes in Election Day totals; 1 County Board race outcome changed

December 12, 2018 at 3:04 a.m.

McHenry County officials failed to include tens of thousands of ballots in Election Day results that were posted Tuesday, officials have disclosed. The discovery has affected the outcome in one...

A light powdery snow covers the railroad tracks at the College Avenue Metra station in Wheaton on Nov. 9, 2018. The Chicago area received its first measurable snowfall of the season.

Chicago may see season’s first snow overnight. Here’s a refresher on how to drive through it.

May 23, 2019 at 6:28 a.m.

The first snow of the season, expected Thursday night into Friday morning, may be frightful or delightful depending on your seasonal outlook. But Chicago is already prepared for whatever wintry...

‘She wasn’t afraid of life’: Wheaton woman who died doing missionary work in Africa recalled as vibrant, strong-willed

May 23, 2019 at 6:27 a.m.

Meghan Liddy had been sick with malaria before, but this time it was different. Liddy, who’d just turned 25, was mourning the death of an infant boy, Kofi, she was...

Churchill Downs Inc.'s bid to become majority stakeholder in Des Plaines' Rivers Casino could run as high as $500 million.

Rivers Casino eyes new majority stakeholder: Owner of Arlington Park racetrack

May 23, 2019 at 6:26 a.m.

The owner of Arlington Park racetrack has announced a bid to become majority stakeholder in the nearby gambling mecca, Rivers Casino in Des Plaines. Churchill Downs Inc. said it will...

Son, 2nd man charged with killing Peoria-area couple who ‘fought back hard’ during attack, police say

May 23, 2019 at 6:26 a.m.

A second man has been charged with murder in the deaths of a Bradley University professor and her husband, who authorities say were bludgeoned and stabbed to death by their...

After being arrested in Chicago, 2 Joliet men charged with murder, armed robbery in shooting death of Crest Hill man

May 22, 2019 at 4:22 a.m.

Two men have been charged with murder in the shooting death of a man they allegedly intended to rob early Sunday in Joliet Township, authorities said. Elijah J. Watson, 23,...

Elmhurst musician hitchhiking in Australia gets unexpected helicopter lift from ‘Thor’ actor Chris Hemsworth

May 23, 2019 at 6:24 a.m.

An Elmhurst native kicking around eastern Australia as a traveling musician bummed the ride of his life when actor Chris Hemsworth picked him up at an airport and flew him...

Friday night’s Mega Millions pot hits $1 billion; Chicago-area players making plans if they strike it rich

May 23, 2019 at 6:23 a.m.

Friday night’s Mega Millions estimated grand prize has hit a staggering $1 billion, and people in the Chicago area are lining up at lottery machines for a chance to strike...

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