Feb. 12, 2026
Chicago Man Sentenced to 3 Years for Illegal Gun Possession
Authorities say the convicted felon pleaded guilty to unlawfully having a firearm.
Feb. 12, 2026
Man Acquitted in Murder-for-Hire Plot Denied Bail Amid Deportation Proceedings
Juan Espinoza Martinez will remain in custody as the federal government moves to deport him.
Feb. 12, 2026
Yorkville Alderman Defends Role as Defense Attorney in Ex-Parks Director Case
Attorney Daniel Transier rejects conflict of interest claim by Kendall County prosecutor in representing former Oswegoland Park District executive director Tom Betsinger.
Feb. 11, 2026
Chicago Man Cleared of Murder Plot Still Detained After Bail Denied
Immigration judge cites 'substantial' evidence of danger despite acquittal in criminal case.
Feb. 11, 2026
Immigration Judge Denies Bond for Chicago Man Acquitted in Bovino Murder-for-Hire Plot
Juan Espinoza Martinez remains in custody pending deportation to Mexico despite being found not guilty in federal court.
Feb. 11, 2026
Trial Delayed Again for Quincy TJ Maxx Shooting Suspect
Alan C. Pacheco's bench trial now set for late April after previous postponements.
Feb. 10, 2026
12-Year-Old Metcalf Student Found Safe After Search
Illinois State University officials say the sixth grader was located in Bloomington and reunited with his family.
Feb. 10, 2026
Former FBI Negotiator Analyzes Details in Nancy Guthrie Case
Phil Andrew discusses the complexities of hostage and kidnapping investigations.
Feb. 10, 2026
Judge Allows Pretrial Release in 1988 Will County Murder Cold Case
Gilbert Bernal, 82, charged with killing his wife Joan Bernal, who went missing that year
