A DuPage County judge denied detention for an Addison man charged with aggravated DUI while driving with his toddler present. Authorities say Alexis Lara was already on probation for prior offenses when he was arrested following reports from Elmhurst police.
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
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.
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.
DuPage County Stormwater Management Committee met Tuesday, March 3
DuPage County Joint County-Conference Intergovernmental Committee met Wednesday, March 25
A fourteen-year-old from Addison faces felony charges after allegedly leading Oak Brook police on a high-speed chase in a stolen car. Authorities detailed how officers apprehended him following pursuit and abandonment of the vehicle. Local education statistics provide context about youth demographics across DuPage County.
A judge denied pre-trial release for Javier Munoz following his arrest for allegedly shooting at a moving vehicle near an elementary school in West Chicago last November. No injuries were reported in the incident involving two occupants inside the car.
DuPage County Platt Committee met Tuesday, March 24
A Lombard man has been charged with hate crime after an incident at Crave Cookies bakery. Authorities say he confronted another individual using racial slurs before being arrested at his home. The case highlights ongoing concerns about diversity within DuPage County.