HIGHLAND PARK, Ill. — Highland Park High School is currently on lockdown due to a student potentially in possession of a gun, city officials said.
There have been no reports of shots fired at this time and a heavy police presence is surrounding the school.
Students and staff have been asked to remain in place.
Earlier in the morning, students planned a walkout over gun violence. At this time, it’s unknown if that occured.
WGN News will update this story once more information becomes available.