June 6, 2013 (CHICAGO) --
Residents in west suburban Riverside are on alert because of an increased number of coyote sightings.Police are now handing out a guide with tips to help residents avoid conflicts with the animals. The guide urges residents to not leave food outside or leave pets unattended.
Between February and mid-May, officials say there have been more than 70 sightings. There were just 12 sightings reported all of last year.