Evanston police will increase patrols to look for drivers on their phones while on the road.
During the enforcement period, two people were arrested, and 147 were cited for various traffic violations.
An Evanston man is facing a felony charge after breaking into a home and threatening residents with a kitchen knife.
Law enforcement in Evanston is keeping its eyes peeled for people driving under the influence of drugs or alcohol.
According to Evanston police, drug sellers targeted residents at a residential care facility in the city.
A call about a suspicious person in an alleyway trying to open cars turned into a weapons arrest in Evanston.
When dating app users found out more about the man, they took to social media to warn Chicago-area women.
During recent tobacco compliance checks, Evanston police cited two businesses for selling products to underage customers.
Authorities have arrested the 28-year-old Evanston man on charges of aggravated battery with a firearm following the January shooting.
Over the last seven months, authorities have been investigating a string of organized pickpocketing thefts in Evanston.
Recently, residents have reported receiving calls from someone claiming to be part of the police department who demanded cryptocurrency.
An Evanston man will serve 18 years in prison after two kilograms of cocaine were found in his car while driving from Atlanta to Illinois.
Evanston Fire Captain Jason Hays announced his retirement after more than 20 years with the department.
Former D65 head Devon Horton was arrested in Georgia on suspicion of cruelty to children and aggravated assault.
Evanston police responded to a crash between a car and a 62-year-old man on a bike Tuesday afternoon.
During the holiday enforcement period, seven people were arrested, and 188 were cited for various traffic violations.
The Evanston Police Department is reminding residents to protect their personal property while out in public.
An incident near Downtown Evanston on Friday morning prompted a hazmat response.
Overall, crime decreased in Evanston in 2025, according to data from the Illinois State Police.
According to police, the organized scheme resulted in tens of thousands of dollars of reported losses.
U.S. Border Patrol Chief Greg Bovino had an encounter with Mayor Daniel Biss on Wednesday in the city.
A 43-year-old suspect faces three felony charges for allegedly kidnapping a 14-year-old girl and forcing her into sexual acts, police said.
From Dec. 12 to Jan. 5, Evanston police will be on the lookout for impaired and distracted drivers.
During the Thanksgiving enforcement period, three people were arrested, and 80 were cited for various traffic violations.
The City of Evanston has issued an urgent fraud warning after receiving multiple reports of scam attempts.
Two Evanston pastors face misdemeanor charges after they were arrested outside the Broadview ICE facility on Nov. 14.
From Nov. 21 to Dec. 2, Evanston police will be on the lookout for impaired and distracted drivers.
The man attacked women across Chicago and an on-duty officer in Evanston, police said.
The woman has been identified as Bria Allen. The collision happened on Grand Avenue over Interstate 94.
Three other people, including a 5-year-old boy and 8-month-old girl, sustained injuries in the collision in Gurnee Sunday night.
Described by his colleagues as a pillar within the department, Deputy Fire Chief William Muno announced his retirement after 39 years.
Mayor Daniel Biss said he plans to open two investigations after federal agents were filmed punching someone during an arrest last week.
The Evanston Police Department is planning tobacco compliance checks to ensure retailers aren't selling to underage customers.
Former Evanston/Skokie School District 65 Superintendent Devon Horton faces 17 counts of wire fraud, tax evasion and embezzlement.
According to Evanston police, the man pushed the woman to the ground and attempted to take her clothes off.
The Evanston Police Department received grant funds from the state Department of Transportation.
Police on patrol in Evanston arrested a man who allegedly had a loaded gun inside his car.
A suspect in a drug-related investigation was taken to the hospital after his arrest because he seemed to have swallowed the evidence.
Evanston police enhanced its enforcement efforts over a year-long period to reduce traffic crashes and save lives in the community.
Marking catalytic converters makes it more difficult for thieves to sell stolen parts.