Zion Crime & Community News

• Zion and Gurnee plan new police academies to boost recruitment.
• Contact Manuel Rivera at (847)872-8000 or manuelr@zion.il.us for details.
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• Doors unlocked during class: School ignored policy to lock classroom doors on attack day
• Disciplinary history overlooked: Attacker's issues...

Safety alert: Severe storms ongoing with hail, gusty winds, heavy rain possible tonight. Low tornado risk.

• Thursday: Similar threats, more...

Civic opportunity for Zion students in Lake County:

• Enter the America 250 anniversary contest
• All entries due April 15; winners announced by June 1
• Full details at https://t.co/JkQ4Oue5e0 (via Lake County Gov)

Christ Our Rock duo shines at final indoor qualifier:

• Carson Pigg sets PRs in 3200 (10:22, 11th) and 1600 (4:56, 11th/34), just misses state.
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Zion Chapel School students got a close look at future careers at the Careers on Wheels event, featuring Las Vegas Metro Police Sheriff Kevin for inspiring local education vibes.

Zion Police Department's 2025 stats highlight intense activity:

• 330 person-in-crisis calls
• 70 domestic assault calls; 62 suicide...

Catch Neal Lucas live at the Historic Zion Church, a uplifting community entertainment gem in Zion. Part of recommended events alongside stars like Fantasia Barrino and CeCe Winans – perfect for local vibes!

Zion voters: It's Election Day in Lake County—polls open until 7 p.m. Find your site on the county’s online map. Don't miss out!

Urgent safety win for Zion: Lake County Sheriff's major bust removes repeat predator from neighborhood.

• Amaury Torralva, 36, on parole for prior...

Zion man arrested in Lake County and charged with fatally shooting the father of two kids, co-founder of a transportation company. Breaking local homicide spotlights public safety risks.

Zion police acted fast, arresting two suspects early Sunday after they allegedly carjacked a Subaru and led a high-speed chase. This underscores the city's strong commitment to public safety.

Police & Safety Incidents

• 🔥 Accidental Shooting: An 18-year-old man was transported to the hospital after accidentally shooting himself in the...

Zion Central Middle School hosted a staff appreciation banquet last week, uniting employees for an afternoon of meals, recognition, and connection to...

Leadership instability hits Zion school sports:

• Third coach looms after just one year for coach Spoon Symlar
• Despite three-win season and upward trend in 11-man football
• AD T.J. Derrick and Symlar misaligned on program pace

Innovative career connections in Zion schools:

• Future careers focus: Students actively connect classroom lessons to real-world jobs.
• Shark Tank...

• Charges announced March 6: Man accused of selling drugs that police say killed Zion woman
• Autopsy confirmation: Death caused by the drugs
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Zion safety alert on repeat offender Curtiss W. Tolefree Jr., former Beulah Park Elementary principal.

• 2019 Zion charges: Felony sex assault on...

Gun safety alarm in Zion: 18-year-old accidentally shot himself in the leg while handling an illegally possessed gun in an apartment, then transported to hospital.

Zion youth shine musically:

• Band and orchestra students from Shiloh Park and Zion Central performed Tuesday at ZBTHS event.
• Received valuable...