Homicide rate dropped again in south and southwest suburbs, mirroring trends in Chicago and broader Cook County
- Posted on January 9, 2026
- By Chicago Tribune
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Homicide rate dropped again in south and southwest suburbs, mirroring trends in Chicago and broader Cook County

Dolton and Harvey tied for the most homicides with seven each, though the south suburbs saw a 35% decrease in homicides in 2025.