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Jury Declares Homicide in Highland Park Police Shooting During Well-Being Check

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Highland Park, Ill. — A jury has determined that the death of Brent Bucholtz, a 59-year-old man, was a homicide following an officer-involved shooting that occurred during a well-being check on June 20, 2025. This decision came through an inquest held by the Lake County Coroner’s Office and confirmed that Bucholtz died from multiple gunshot wounds. The autopsy revealed that Bucholtz was shot several times, with Chief Deputy Coroner Steve Newton indicating this ruling was anticipated. “The classification of homicide for the purposes of death certification is a neutral term and does not imply criminal … Read more

Highland Park City Council Stands Firm on E-Bike Regulations Amid Safety Concerns and Community Debate

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Highland Park, Illinois, is grappling with the regulation of electric bikes and scooters as safety concerns continue to spark debate among city officials. On Monday, the City Council opted not to amend its recently implemented traffic laws, which currently restrict where these electric vehicles can operate. The decision was made by a narrow 4-3 vote, with the council agreeing to revisit the regulations in October. In June, the council voted 6-1 to introduce stricter rules, banning electric bikes and scooters from parks, sidewalks, and bike trails owned by the city. These vehicles may only operate … Read more

Jury Selection Begins in Landmark Trial for 2022 Highland Park Parade Shooter

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Highland Park, Illinois — Jury selection commenced this Monday for the trial of a 24-year-old man accused of a devastating shooting at the 2022 Highland Park Independence Day parade. The violent outbreak resulted in seven fatalities and numerous injuries among the gathered celebrants. The prosecution has amassed approximately 10,000 pages of evidence including extensive hours from police interrogations. During one such session, the accused reportedly admitted to the shooting. Efforts by public defenders to have this confession dismissed were unsuccessful. In the unfolding trial, prosecutors plan to invite several victims from the incident – among … Read more

Hillsboro Seniors Indicted for Child Endangerment and Assault Among Eight Charged in Highland County

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Hillsboro, Ohio – A significant criminal case is unfolding in Highland County as a grand jury has recently indicted eight individuals on various charges, sparking concerns about child safety and legal compliance in this quiet community. Among the accused are a Hillsboro man and a Seaman woman, both 65, who face serious charges related to child endangerment and assault, highlighting an alarming case of alleged ongoing abuse. Roy Hansford of Hillsboro and Marilyn Gross of Seaman have been charged with two counts each of child endangerment and assault, classified as third-degree and fourth-degree felonies respectively. … Read more