| Source | Chicago Tribune |
|---|---|
| Original Load Date | Feb. 27, 2026, 12:01 p.m. |
| Last Updated | Feb. 27, 2026, 12:01 p.m. |
| Original URL | https://www.chicagotribune.com/2026/02/27/fatal-child-abuse-in-illinois-report/ |
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Children ages 3 and younger were most often the victims of fatal child abuse in
Illinois between 2015 and 2022, according to a sobering [ new report ][4] out of
Northwestern University.
Crying or fussiness were the most commonly reported behaviors in children before
they were killed, according to t...