Shooting investigation leads to lockdown at Evanston Township High School, police say

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Thursday, April 23, 2026 7:33PM
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EVANSTON, Ill. (WLS) -- A shooting investigation led to a precautionary lockdown at Evanston Township High School on Thursday, police said.

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Evanston police said a shooting happened at Mason Park, located at Church Street and Dodge Avenue.

The high school was placed under a precautionary soft lockdown, police said.

Police urged people to avoid the area.

Evanston police said no injuries had been reported at Mason Park.

This is a developing story; check back for updates.

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