Man sentenced to 22 years for armed robbery of cellphone store in Lisle
Aaron Thompson, 29, appeared for a sentencing hearing in front of Judge Brian Telander Friday, where the state asked for the maximum penalty of 45 years.
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Aaron Thompson, 29, appeared for a sentencing hearing in front of Judge Brian Telander Friday, where the state asked for the maximum penalty of 45 years.
The robberies occurred on the city's Near West Side between Jan. 1 and 5 in the afternoon and evening.
The teen was arrested on Thursday in the 7500 block of South Carpenter and was charged with five felony counts of armed robbery and one felony count of aggravated vehicle hijacking.
The incidents happened on Saturday in the Chatham, Little Italy, and Auburn Gresham neighborhoods
Chicago police said a 29-year-old man was working when three unknown men entered and approached him, displayed firearms, and demanded property.
Police said in each of the robberies, a group of three men wearing black hoodies and ski masks walked up to their victims with a handgun and demanded their vehicle.
Police say the 31-year-old woman was a passenger in a parked car when five people got out of another car and tried to rob.
The victim was shot in the chest and right leg, police said.
The robberies all happened in the early morning hours Friday, Dec. 6.
Witnesses said the suspect approached the front desk, jumped over the counter, and demanded money while displaying a handgun.
Around 3:17 a.m., Buffalo Grove Police responded to the Extended Stay America at 1525 Busch Parkways for the report of an armed robbery.
Police said the boy has been charged with four counts of aggravated battery, four counts of robbery, two counts of attempted robbery, one count of armed robbery, and one count of aggravated robbery.
Rashod Louis and Hamata Hampton, both 18 and from Chicago, were charged with four felony counts of armed robbery.
The incidents date back to October, with the latest happening on Monday during the evening and early morning hours.
In three of these incidents, the victims observed the offender following them before the robbery occurred.
Des Plaines police said just before 3 a.m., two men in a white Nissan Altima were traveling through the parking lot when they got out wearing ski masks and approached the first victim, a 32-year-old man from Itasca.
At least five robberies were reported between Oct. 20 and 31 during the morning and afternoon hours.
Two University of Chicago students were robbed at gunpoint on the Hyde Park campus in the early hours of Sunday morning.
Two University of Chicago students were robbed at gunpoint on the Hyde Park campus in the early hours of Sunday morning.
Three suspects approached the two victims on the sidewalk and demanded their property, the university said.
The teens were arrested on Wednesday in the 1100 block of South Hamilton Avenue on the city's Near West Side.
The FBI said the same robbers are also responsible for heists in Michigan and Missouri.
The FBI is sweetening the pot this Halloween in hopes of catching some masked criminals, offering $15,000 for anyone who identifies the four robbers behind a string of jewelry store heists.
Police said a group of two to four young men and teenagers and one female have approached their victims on foot and demanded their property.
At least five incidents occurred in the Douglas and Oakland neighborhoods where thieves walked up to people, pointed a gun, and took off with their property.
Some moms and families of CPS students who lost their lives to gun violence are still waiting for arrests to be made. Others know suspects are in custody — but it does not make grieving any easier.
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DePaul took a 37-29 lead into halftime, but UConn cut the lead to two on 3-pointers by in the first 2:08 of the second half.
South Holland police ultimately had to clear out trustees, neighbors, and the news media after allies and critics of Thornton Township Supervisor Tiffany Henyard let their fists speak for them.
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The Federal Reserve opted to leave its benchmark interest rate unchanged in its first policy meeting since President Trump's inauguration.
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The online system for federal health funding warned of delays due to executive orders after the Trump administration announced a freeze.
Robert F. Kennedy Jr.'s cousin urged senators to reject his nomination as health and human services secretary.
None of the clinics that are closing provided abortion services.
The facility is known for providing treatment to women and girls struggling with everything from eating disorders, substance abuse, trauma, mood disorders, and sexual abuse.
The 47 clinics will all close on Thursday, Feb. 6.
Segreti Pharmacy has held court for decades at the corner of Roosevelt Road and Lombard Avenue, near the southeasternmost corner of Oak Park.
Yuengling is currently available in 26 states, mostly on the East Coast and Southeast.
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The Chicago Hard Rock Café at 63 W. Ontario St. opened in June 1986.
A former chancellor who was fired after regents learned he was producing pornography is suing the University of Wisconsin.
Lookingglass cofounder David Schwimmer was at the venue to share the announcement Monday.
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Jeremy Piven characterized his mother as a passionate teacher who "genuinely enjoyed the evolution of her students.
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Some moms and families of Chicago Public Schools students who lost their lives to gun violence were still waiting for arrests to be made. Others know suspects are in custody — but it does not make grieving any easier. Marissa Sulek reports.
American Airlines has sent an updated statement and says 60 passengers and four crewmembers were on the flight, which started to Wichita and was about to land in Washington, D.C.
South Holland police ultimately had to clear out trustees, neighbors, and the news media after allies and critics of Thornton Township Supervisor Tiffany Henyard let their fists speak for them Tuesday night. Jermont Terry reports.
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South Holland police ultimately had to clear out trustees, neighbors, and the news media after allies and critics of Thornton Township Supervisor Tiffany Henyard let their fists speak for them.
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While the auctions in the Chicago area promise luxurious items for sale at high values, customers are complaining.
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Jalen Leach had 23 points for the Wildcats (12-9, 3-7). Nick Martinelli had 16 points and 10 rebounds and Brooks Barnhizer added 10.
UConn has won 26 straight against the Blue Demons and is 26-1 all-time against them.
Javon Jackson scored 25 points.
DePaul took a 37-29 lead into halftime, but UConn cut the lead to two on 3-pointers by in the first 2:08 of the second half.
Francis Nwaokorie finished with 11 points and two blocks for the Ramblers (12-8, 3-4).
Some moms and families of CPS students who lost their lives to gun violence are still waiting for arrests to be made. Others know suspects are in custody — but it does not make grieving any easier.
The organization is a Latino advocacy nonprofit, packing bright yellow vests, drums, and signs, attracting attention to the immigration issue.
Cook County Sheriff's police said they responded to a report of shots fired around 11:45 a.m. at St. Mary Catholic Cemetery in Evergreen Park.
Chicago police said the man was sitting inside a car in the 1400 block of W. 90th St when another vehicle approached.
The victims were in a home in the 5300 block of South Wabash Avenue when they were shot multiple times in their bodies.
