Shots fired reported in west Evanston

Residents in the 2100 block of Emerson Street reported shots fired Thursday afternoon.

Police responded to the scene at about 5 p.m. Thursday, Evanston Police Cmdr. Jay Parrott said. No evidence was recovered, and he added it is unclear whether the incident was the result of actual gunfire or of other noises mistaken for gunfire.

Bike stolen from downtown Evanston

A bike valued at more than $500 was stolen from downtown Evanston on Tuesday, police said.

The bike was stolen from a bike rack in the 900 block of Davis Street sometime before 10 p.m. Tuesday, police said. The warmer spring weather is believed to have led to an increase in bike thefts in the past week, according to a community newsletter.

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