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Slain College Student's Mother Vows 'Fight for Justice' After Illegal Immigrant Charged in Chicago Killing

Sheridan Gorman, 18, was allegedly shot and killed near Loyola University Chicago by Jose Medina-Medina, an illegal immigrant from Venezuela, according to authorities.

Passing Motorist's Meta Glasses Capture Attempted Lyft Carjacking in Chicago

Prosecutors say a 27-year-old man tried to carjack a female Lyft driver in a terrifying encounter that was partially recorded on video.

Chicago Teen Critically Injured in Brighton Park Drive-By Shooting

Police investigating motive and suspects after 17-year-old suffers multiple gunshot wounds.

18-Year-Old Shot, Critically Injured Inside Moving Vehicle in Ashburn

Chicago police say the victim was transported to the hospital in critical condition.

Chicago Anti-Violence Advocate Witnesses Shooting in Humboldt Park

Shawn Childs was live-streaming when gunfire erupted nearby, narrowly missing his vehicle.

Man critically injured in East Side stabbing, suspect in custody

Chicago police say the victim and suspect knew each other

Accused Chicago Murderer Reportedly Illiterate, Brain-Damaged

Illegal immigrant charged with killing Loyola student Sheridan Gorman has history of violence, attorney claims.

Two 19-year-olds shot while driving on Chicago's Southwest Side

Police investigating shooting that left victims in serious condition

Car Crashes Into Suburban Chicago Home, Narrowly Misses Resident

Elderly woman inside home was just inches from impact but unharmed, officials say

Former Dolton Mayor Calls for Action on Gun Violence After Father Shot

Tiffany Henyard says her father was an "innocent victim" of the broader issue of gun violence in Illinois.

Two Men Stabbed on Chicago CTA Red Line Train

Incident occurs as CTA seeks federal funding to boost safety amid rising violence concerns.

Chicago Police Arrest Suspect in Student's Killing

Tipoff from apartment building engineer led to arrest of Venezuelan national Jose Medina

Venezuelan Migrant Charged in Loyola Student Shooting, ICE Lodges Detainer

Authorities say the suspect is a Venezuelan migrant and have asked Illinois officials not to release him.

Illegal Immigrant Charged in Loyola Freshman's Murder After Prior Arrests

Jose Medina-Medina, a 25-year-old Venezuelan national, was charged with first-degree murder and other felonies in the shooting death of Sheridan Gorman.

Chicago Police Warn of Attempted Child Luring in Park West

Suspect described as middle-aged man, witnesses intervened before he fled the scene

Police Warn of Attempted Kidnapping of Minor in Chicago's Park West

Suspect fled after witnesses intervened, police urge residents to stay alert

Man charged with murder in death of Loyola student Sheridan Gorman

Jose Medina, 25, of Chicago, has been charged with first-degree murder and other felonies in the fatal shooting of 18-year-old Loyola student Sheridan Gorman.

33 Injured After Bus From Chicago to Michigan Casino Crashes in Wisconsin

The bus carrying 54 people exited the highway and went over an embankment in Green Bay.

Illegal Migrant Charged with Murdering Loyola Student in Chicago

Jose Medina, 25, allegedly executed 18-year-old Sheridan Gorman while she was walking along the pier at Chicago's Tobey Prinz Beach.

Venezuelan Immigrant Charged for Killing Chicago Student

Authorities say Jose Medina-Medina was released by immigration officials before allegedly murdering Sheridan Gorman