A Mount Prospect teenager faces detention after being charged with fleeing police while possessing an illegal firearm following an incident in Elmhurst. Authorities detailed allegations involving reckless driving leading to injury as well as discovery of a 'ghost gun.' The next court date is set for April.
A judge has denied pre-trial release for Dillon Burgett following allegations he drove under the influence while fleeing from police on his moped through Bloomingdale highways before crashing into another vehicle. Authorities stress public safety risks tied with such incidents as they continue efforts against impaired driving.
DuPage County Environmental Committee met 8:30 a.m. Tuesday, March 3
DuPage County Public Works Committee met Tuesday, March 3
DuPage County Judicial and Public Safety Committee met Tuesday, March 3
DuPage County Human Services Committee met Tuesday, March 3
City of Warrenville Plan Commission/Zoning Board of Appeals met Thursday, March 5
City of Elmhurst Development, Planning, & Zoning Committee met Monday, March 9
City of Elmhurst Public Works & Buildings Committee met Monday, March 9
City of Darien Planning, Zoning, and Economic Development Commission met Wednesday, March 4
A judge denied pre-trial release for Brian Hernandez following charges related to his estranged wife's death in DuPage County. Authorities say existing protective measures failed as they investigate further details surrounding this case.
Lane reductions and traffic shifts will begin soon at two major Jane Addams Memorial Tollway interchanges due to ongoing toll plaza upgrades extending into 2027. Motorists should expect single-lane ramps starting late March along with future detours for equipment installation.
Two Chicago men have been denied pre-trial release after being charged with robbing a Bensenville gas station at gunpoint and leading police on a high-speed chase. Officials detail multiple felony charges against both suspects following coordinated efforts by area law enforcement agencies.
A lane reduction is planned for northbound I-294 at O’Hare Interchange starting late March due to ongoing improvement work. Delays are expected as crews upgrade plaza infrastructure as part of broader capital programs. Drivers should heed posted signs and observe all safety laws during construction.
The Lombard Police Pension Fund faced $42,287,424 in unfunded liabilities during 2024, making it 31.5% short of the assets required to meet all retirement benefit commitments.