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Search the City of Chicago, public records using best found research sources online. This City zip code is 60601 with a total population of 2,695,598. Look up recorded information of Chicago, including demographics and local economy. Link to all levels of Chicago, government and their sites with services which provide public information. Current economy, business and housing data. Read about up to date current events and what is occurring in the City of Chicago. Find out about the background of residents and recorded statistics. Request criminal records specific to the City of Chicago, from law enforcement departments with access to the state's repository with official background check of arrests and convicted felonies. Access a directory aimed toward producing open public records and instant information available online. Chicago sources are added on a regular basis for the best and most current services.
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  • Where can I find out if my grandson was arrested on June 10th, 2015?
    To find out if your grandson was arrested on June 10, 2015, you can visit the Chicago Police Department's public records search page at https://publicsearch1.chicagopolice.org/. You will need to complete a CAPTCHA verification to access the search feature. Once you are on the search page, you can enter your grandson's name to view any available arrest information, including details such as charges and arrest date.
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  • Where can I find out if My criminal record was expunged?
    To determine if your criminal record has been expunged, you should start by checking with the court that handled your case. Many jurisdictions provide online access to court records, where you can verify the status of your expungement. Additionally, you can contact the clerk of the court directly for assistance. Keep in mind that even if your record has been expunged, some private background check companies may still have access to older records. Therefore, it is advisable to check with these companies as well. For more specific guidance, you can refer to your state's official government website or the website of the relevant court.
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  • Is it a law that you need to record your last will and testament?
    In Illinois, it is not legally required to record your last will and testament while you are alive. However, once the testator (the person who made the will) passes away, the will must be filed with the appropriate probate court. The executor of the estate is responsible for filing the will within a specific timeframe. Illinois law outlines the duties of the executor and the process for probate under the Probate Act of 1975 (755 ILCS 5/). For more detailed information on the requirements and procedures, you can refer to the Illinois General Assembly's statutes regarding wills and probate.
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  • Where can I find the total homicides from January 1st, 2013, to April 3rd, 2013?
    According to the Cook County Medical Examiner's Office and the Chicago Police Department, there were 78 homicides in Chicago from January 1 to April 3, 2013. For more detailed statistics, you can visit the Chicago Police Department's official website or the Cook County Medical Examiner's Office website.
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  • Where can I find the cities' crime rates?
    To find current crime rates for cities, you can visit the Federal Bureau of Investigation's (FBI) Uniform Crime Reporting (UCR) Program website, which provides annual crime statistics, including data on violent crimes and property crimes. Additionally, many local law enforcement agencies publish their crime statistics on their official websites. For more detailed and updated information, you can also check the Bureau of Justice Statistics (BJS) website.
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Chicago, IL Crime Records (Updated 10/16/2025)
  • Violent Crime:
    14,245
  • Murder And Nonnegligent Manslaughter:
    461
  • Rape:
    1,551
  • Robbery:
    8,847
  • Aggravated Assault:
    3,386
  • Property Crime:
    91,626
  • Burglary:
    7,778
  • Larceny Theft:
    61,185
  • Motor Vehicle Theft:
    22,663
  • Arson:
    462
Chicago, IL Census Data
  • Information About People and Demographics

  • Total population of residents
    2,695,598
  • White resident population recorded
    1,212,835
  • Black or African American resident population recorded
    887,608
  • American Indian and Alaska native resident population recorded
    13,337
  • Asian resident population recorded
    147,164
  • Native Hawaiian and other Pacific Islander resident population recorded
    1,013
  • Hispanic or Latino of any race resident population recorded
    778,862
  • Resident population of some other race recorded
    360,493
  • Resident population of two or more races recorded
    73,148
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