Washington Park

Experts say crime and youth job losses linked

Jobless teens and school dropouts are causing the rise in violence Chicago, experts say, and money is needed to create opportunities for young people.

over 2 years ago | Megan Cottrell

Police seeking text message tips from students

Students at 10 city high schools are participating in a pilot program designed to encourage students to text message police with crime tips and information about problems on campus.

3 years ago | Paul D. Bowker

CTA probing operator error in derailment

The accident, which occurred over 59th street between Prairie and Calumet, sent two of the train's four cars off the rails. Two dozen passengers were on board.

over 3 years ago | Steven Chaitman and Meaghen Lober

Two dozen injured in Green Line derailment

over 3 years ago | Geoff Dougherty

Injuries reported as Green Line train derails

over 3 years ago | Geoff Dougherty

Fire damages Washington Park apartment building

Extensive damage, but no injuries reported

over 3 years ago | Aisha Qidwae

Teen denied bail in Hyde Park robberies

Lawyer raises questions about confession

almost 4 years ago | Carrie Topolinski

Second teen charged in robbery spree that killed U of C student

Three used borrowed car to find victims

almost 4 years ago | Carrie Topolinski

South Side strangling victim was pregnant

Cops working to identify body

almost 4 years ago | Carrie Topolinski

Faith-based program aims to revive troubled neighborhood

Prayer, singing mark 'New Beginnings'

4 years ago | Sarah Arkin