Crime
Person of interest in custody in relation to fatal stabbing of 32-year-old woman yesterday on Near South Side
Area One detectives are reporting that they do have a person of interest in custody at this time.
Chicago News
Crime
Suburban Niles man charged with multiple felony hate crimes targeting Jewish Synagogue and school
39-year-old Shahid Hussain of Niles, Illinois was charged with eight (8) felonies including four (4) hate crime charges.
Police
Cmdr Eric Winstrom hired away from Chicago, becomes Grand Rapids Chief
He was arguably the CPD Commander with the highest profile, especially after his involvement in a recent dispute between police officials and CCSA Kim Foxx’s office in the Broughton case.
Chicago Business
Chicago Public Media completes purchase of Sun-Times
Contributing to the acquisition are investor Michael Sachs, the MacArthur Foundation, Chicago Community Trust, Joyce Foundation, the Knight Foundation, and an anonymous donor.
Chicago Business
FanDuel, United Center announce plans for sportsbook lounge
Plans for the FanDuel Sportsbook at the United Center include a two-story venue adjacent to the arena's atrium. It would be equipped with state-of-the-art viewing and sports wagering technology, the announcement said.
Chicago Journal
Chicago synagogue, businesses vandalized over weekend
The vandalism occurred at various locations over the weekend. @CWBChicago is reporting a suspect is in custody and being questioned.
Chicago Journal
Hadiya Pendleton Winter Garden to highlight Obama Presidential Center
Obama Foundation officials hope the space will capture the teen’s spirit and serve “as a beacon to everyone of the potential that exists in our youth."
Chicago Journal
20-year-old woman missing from Forest View, found dead in South Austin, being investigated as a homicide
A young woman reported missing from Forest View last Sunday was found dead in the South Austin neighborhood, and police are investigating as a homicide.
Chicago Journal
Drug deal gone wrong leaves 2 teens shot in Little Village, in critical condition
Both the 16-year-old and 17-year-old victims are in critical condition at Mt. Sinai.
Chicago Journal
Quiet night sees 0 homicides and only 5 shot, all in good condition
Sure it's the middle of winter and, sadly, there are no offenders in custody, but you gotta take 'em where you can get 'em. Great job, everyone!
Chicago Journal
Summary of recent cases brought by the US Attorney in Northern District of Illinois: January 28, 2022
A brief summary of 4 cases brought last week by the U.S. Attorney's Office of the Northern District of Illinois.
Crime
Two people shot leaving a church, 1 dead
The currently unknown offender allegedly pulled up in a dark colored Chrysler 300, exited the car, and began firing shots with what was believed to be a rifle.