Author: Voxtrend News
CHICAGO – A growing memorial marks the spot where 9-year-old Anakin Perez was killed by a car Thursday morning, just steps from his school. While school officials are calling it an accident, Perez’s family says surveillance video shows it should never have happened. What we know: Friends and family members gathered Thursday evening at the spot where Perez, a fourth grader at McNair Elementary school, was killed while heading to school. Video from a neighbor’s surveillance camera shows Perez rushing through their front gate to cross the street to the school around 9 a.m. The video shows him run…
CHICAGO – A 9-year-old boy was struck and killed by a car Thursday morning outside McNair Elementary School on Chicago’s West Side, police said. What we know: The crash happened around 7:41 a.m. in the 4800 block of West Walton Street, according to Chicago police. The boy, identified by the Cook County Medical Examiner’s Office as Anakin Perez, was taken to Stroger Hospital, where he later died. No other injuries were reported. Chicago police confirmed Thursday night that the driver who was arrested was released without charges. The driver’s identity hasn’t been released. Perez’s family said Anakin was walking…
CINCINNATI, OHIO – SEPTEMBER 18: Seiya Suzuki #27 of the Chicago Cubs walks back to the dugout after striking out in the second inning against the Cincinnati Reds at Great American Ball Park on September 18, 2025 in Cincinnati, Ohio. (Photo by Dylan CINCINNATI (AP) – Hunter Greene pitched a one-hitter and Will Benson drove in the only run with a fourth-inning double as the Cincinnati Reds beat the Chicago Cubs 1-0 on Thursday night. Greene (7-4) struck out nine and walked one in his first career complete game. After retiring Michael Busch on a deep drive to the warning…
CHICAGO – A Chicago man has been arrested and charged after multiple mail theft incidents. At the time of his arrest, the suspect had two counterfeit postal keys, suspected meth, several stolen debit and credit cards, and a stolen passport, according to authorities. What we know: Andrew Trotter, 45, of Chicago, was arrested on Sept. 15 after a joint operation by the U.S. Postal Inspection Service and the Chicago Police Department. He was identified as the individual allegedly responsible for multiple mail theft incidents on the Northwest Side in early 2025. Trotter has been charged with one felony and one…
CHICAGO – Today’s highs soared into the mid to upper 80s for most of the area today, and a few spots tagged 90 degrees. Average high temperatures for mid-September sit in the mid 70s. Tonight will be mostly clear with lows in the low to mid 60s. Full Forecast: Friday starts off with sunshine, but clouds will increase through the day. High temperatures are expected to be in the mid 80s again tomorrow. Isolated showers or storms are possible Friday evening and night, but coverage will be sparse. The weekend will remain warm with highs in the lower 80s Saturday…
Johnson, Pritzker trade blame over $11B pension bill Chicago Mayor Brandon Johnson and Gov. J.B. Pritzker are blaming each other after FOX 32 Chicago revealed the governor was warned the city could be on the hook for $11 billion under a controversial police and fire pension bill. CHICAGO – Chicago Mayor Brandon Johnson and Gov. J.B. Pritzker are blaming each other after FOX 32 Chicago revealed the governor was warned the city could be on the hook for $11 billion under a controversial police and fire pension bill. What we know: Both sides accuse the other of mishandling the legislation,…
Understanding misophonia A little-known but deeply disruptive condition is getting its moment in the spotlight right here in Chicago. CHICAGO – A little-known but deeply disruptive condition is getting its moment in the spotlight in Chicago. A groundbreaking new conference will bring together scientists, doctors, and those personally affected by misophonia, a disorder where everyday sounds can trigger extreme emotional reactions. What we know: One in five adults suffer from misophonia. It usually shows up in childhood, but it’s usually misinterpreted as a personality trait and not a medical disorder. It’s a rare condition where common sounds can cause a…
CHICAGO – Every day, dozens of people across Illinois take brave steps to escape domestic abuse. Help is available — and it’s making a real difference — but many survivors don’t know where to start. That’s why access to intervention and resources is critical to saving lives. What we know: For four decades, WINGS Program has given women and men the courage to break free from abuse and move toward a safer and brighter future. “Those of us on the front lines are seriously dedicated to this work, growing from only serving about 12 families at a time, to…
KANE COUNTY, Ill. – A convicted murderer and sex offender of a 20-month-old child has been charged for living near a daycare in Caprentersville, according to the Kane County State’s Attorney’s Office. What we know: Cayce M. Williams, 52, has been charged with several felonies: failing to register as a sex offender at his new address, failing to register as a sex offender with his new employer, failing to tell the police that he moved, failing to tell the police that he got a new job, and living near a daycare zone as a sex offender. According to authorities, Williams…
CHICAGO – Chicago police are searching for a man accused of battering two passengers on a CTA bus Sunday afternoon on the Near West Side. What we know: The incident occurred around 1:20 p.m. Sept. 14 in the 2400 block of West Jackson Boulevard, police said. Authorities reported the suspect got into an argument with two passengers before attacking them on the bus. Suspect sought after attacking 2 people on CTA bus, Chicago police say (Chicago PD ) The victims’ conditions were not immediately available, and no further details have been released. Police described the suspect as a Black man between…