Andy Koval

HAWTHORN WOODS, Ill. — PAWS Chicago broke ground Sunday on their 20-acre “rescue ranch” in Hawthorn Woods. It’s set to open next year at the site of a former equestrian center in Hawthorn Woods. The mission of the ranch is to focus on the rescue, rehabili... See more

CHICAGO — A man was charged with reckless homicide after allegedly crashing into a car while racing on Stony Island Avenue. Troshawn McCoy, of Frankfort, is facing a charge of reckless homicide. The crash happened on the morning of Jan 7 in the 9200 block... See more

GARY, Ind. — A 10-year-old girl was shot and killed Wednesday in Gary, and her father has since been charged in connection with her death. Police responded to the 4200 block of Maryland Street at around 12:50 p.m. on the report of a shooting. Medics at th... See more

CHICAGO — The Cook County State’s Attorney’s Office swore in their new support dog Ruthie on Monday. Ruthie is a two-year-old golden retriever and becomes the office’s second support court dog. Ruthie will be based at 555 W. Harrison, the Domestic Violenc... See more

Note — Details in this story may be disturbing. Discretion is advised. WILL COUNTY, Ill. — Court documents obtained Monday provide a glimpse into the alleged killing of a 38-year-old man whose arm was found in Lake Mattoon late last month. Just after 9 p.... See more