Bill Looney

A bystander and three young girls were given Citizens Awards for breaking up the June 15 home invasion.

District officers have made almost twice as many traffic stops this year as in the first half of 2016.

"I believe when we get finished, this will be the best law enforcement agency in this country," he said.

Four home invasions have been reported in close proximity since May 19, police said.

Detectives are investigating how glass ended up in the tainted dish, officials said.

Part of the city's "K9s for Cops" program, the statue is decorated with images unique to the district.

The 246 police serving the district excludes special units, like drug or gang enforcement teams.

Overall, crime has dropped across all categories in 2017, police district commander said.

Cmdr. Bill Looney attributes the uptick in shootings to more drivers carrying guns in their cars.

The roll call is set for Friday in the 3600 block of North Oriole Avenue, the site of a Monday shooting.

Neighbors packed into Branch Community Church Thursday to jeer Ald. John Arena's  proposal.

The Jefferson Park Police District reported 52 auto thefts this month, compared to 38 last January.

One young thief hid in the trunk of a car waiting to be serviced in Portage Park.

A total of 230 officers will report to the city's most expansive district by year's end, Sposato said.

Supt.  Eddie Johnson promised in June to assign more officers to the Jefferson Park Police District.