2 teens arrested in South Side Chicago robberies
The first happened just after 5:30 p.m. in the 5400 block of South Ingleside Avenue in Hyde Park.
The first happened just after 5:30 p.m. in the 5400 block of South Ingleside Avenue in Hyde Park.
University police were ramping up patrols, and students said other new resources in place help make them feel a bit better.
The district runs from Bronzeville to Hyde Park. Smith is now facing Adam Parrott-Sheffer, a former principal and education consultant.
Police said in each of the incidents, the victim legally parked her vehicle on the street, and when they returned, the vehicle was missing.
They all happened in daylight hours starting on March 20, when the victim parked her car legally on the street and then returned to find the car missing.
The robber took property from the victim before getting back in the silver sedan and driving away south on Ellis Avenue.
CBS 2's Jamaica Ponder reports Call and Response Books plans to debut in a few months. Based on the turnout at their most recent event, the city's readers seem ready to welcome the shop into town.
Call and Response Books plans to debut its new store in a couple of months.
Strugglebeard Bakery came to be through a military vet finding baking as more than a tool to just feed himself, it also became his therapy, now four years later, his livelihood.
Strugglebeard Bakery came to be through a military vet finding baking as more than a tool to just feed himself, it also became his therapy, now four years later, his livelihood.
The workshops will be held the fourth Saturday of each month.
The workshops will be held the fourth Saturday of each month.
Investigators are looking into what started those flames.
Flames broke out around noon in one of the apartments near 52nd and Blackstone.
Police say in each incident, an armed man would approach the victim who was walking on the sidewalk, display a handgun, and demand their belongings before fleeing the scene on foot.
The workers were on the site for a new cancer care and research pavilion at the University of Chicago Medical Center.
The whole situation took three years and still hasn't been resolved.
The event kicked off the Museum of Science and Industry's "Christmas Around the World and Holidays of Light" exhibit.
The victim was shot in the thigh and was taken to the University of Chicago Medical Center in an unknown condition.
The city said there are currently 6,500 migrants staying at 16 shelters across the city, and dozens of migrants have been staying at Chicago police stations.
It is a controversial move in the community, after hundreds of neighbors packed a meeting earlier this week to raise concerns about the new shelter. CBS 2 Investigator Megan Hickey reports.
The move sparked a heated debate Wednesday night between residents and city leaders, with many neighbors demanding that asylum seekers be housed elsewhere.
The way the Hyde Park community learned about the city's decision left a bad taste with so many.
The way the community learned about the city's decision that leaves a bad taste with so many. CBS 2's Jermont Terry reports.
Police sources said the most up-to-date numbers show there are 2,038 migrants living in police districts and Chicago airports.
She said in the safe zone from 2020 to 2023 there have been no homicides, 911 calls have gone down, but there have been more arrests.
Lawmakers applauded federal efforts to crack down on one of the most common opioids, illegal fentanyl.
Lawyers from both sides presented their final cases before the jury in former President Donald Trump's "hush money" trial in New York.
Each was decorated by local artists and business owners.
New architectural renderings give a glimpse of what could be the O'Hare of the future. The design is inspired by what was here long before the airport.
Lawyers from both sides presented their final cases before the jury in former President Donald Trump's "hush money" trial in New York.
The Democratic National Committee wants to nominate President Biden and Vice President Harris virtually before the scheduled convention to ensure meeting Ohio's Aug. 7 ballot certification deadline.
The Biden campaign says the men will meet with locals to "raise the alarm" about a second Trump term.
The Abraham Lincoln Presidential Library and Museum is under the spotlight again after a manager failed to consult a collections committee before purchasing a 21-star flag, supposedly from 1818 when Illinois became the 21st state to join the Union.
Robert Atwell says he won't step down when his term ends this month. Atwell said in his email that he hoped that his "temporary continuation" as a regent will support communication between legislators and the regents.
A string of recalls connected to Wisconsin-based supplier Schreiber Foods has now extended to Aldi stores after similar recalls at Hy-Vee and other grocery chains.
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It also happens that the contractor was on a list specifically provided by the state.
Alderpeople are looking to try to stop rogue towers from making thousands off drivers who thought they were signing their car away to someone they could trust.
Employees at dozens of now-closed Foxtrot Market and Dom's Kitchen stores, now jobless, wonder what comes next for them as their paychecks will soon end.
Lawmakers applauded federal efforts to crack down on one of the most common opioids, illegal fentanyl.
Chicago health officials said medetomidine has not previously been detected in Chicago.
North Carolina Republicans are pushing forward with their plan to repeal a pandemic-era law, citing crime and recent campus protests.
Thursday was Mental Health Action Day and CBS is partnering with MTV to provide grants to local nonprofits that give people the tools to improve their mental health.
So far, there have been eight cases of invasive meningococcal disease in Chicago in 2024 to date.
No one was hurt but the fire burned a charred area on the outside of the mall.
The owner, Andy Kalish, says he just doesn't have the energy to keep it going.
Lagunitas will move its Chicago brewing operation to their original brewery in California by early August, and permanently close its Chicago brewery and taproom.
They are concerned about increased congestion and environmental concerns.
Consumers may pay more, or less, for the same items by stocking up just a few miles away.
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It was not specified whether Young or someone else involved in the concert was ill, and or what the ill person was suffering from.
"The Miseducation of Lauryn Hill" topped Apple Music's list while Michael Jackson's "Thriller," Stevie Wonder's "Songs in the Key of Life" and Nirvana's "Nevermind" finished in the top 10.
Those auditioning were asked to sing 16 bars a cappella from a contemporary musical theatre song to show their range.
Hip-hop mogul Sean "Diddy" Combs posted a video on social media apologizing for his "inexcusable" behavior and that he takes "full responsibility" for his actions.
CBS 2's Shardaa Gray has the story of a Chicago organization committed to preventing violence in the Austin neighborhood while giving young people opportunities to strengthen their community.
More people die from opioid overdoses in Cook County than shootings and car accidents combined. County and community leaders hope to raise awareness about the issue.
Workers used a crane to remove pieces of the black-and-white sculpture that stood outside the Thompson Center for decades. The fiberglass sculpture "Monument with Standing Beast" was first unveiled in 1984.
The Democratic Party plans to nominate President Biden and Vice President Harris virtually before its scheduled convention in late August to meet an Aug. 7 ballot certification deadline in Ohio, CBS News has learned.
The officer shot and killed the dog in the Bridgeport neighborhood in April, claiming that the dog was attacking her corgi. CBS 2 Investigator Megan Hickey reports.
The Democratic National Committee wants to nominate President Biden and Vice President Harris virtually before the scheduled convention to ensure meeting Ohio's Aug. 7 ballot certification deadline.
The owner of the dog has already filed a lawsuit against the City of Chicago, the CPD and the officer in this case.
The Civilian Office of Police Accountability is investigating the shooting.
She said in the safe zone from 2020 to 2023 there have been no homicides, 911 calls have gone down, but there have been more arrests.
Lawmakers applauded federal efforts to crack down on one of the most common opioids, illegal fentanyl.
The owner of the dog has already filed a lawsuit against the City of Chicago, the CPD and the officer in this case.
After learning of the woman's troubled history and other aspects of the case, lawmakers in Springfield spoke out passionately on the Illinois House floor.
Former Supt. Eddie Johnson was adamant that he is not being paid by the company to promote it. He said he just thinks it works.
Plenty of high school seniors are 18 years old, and some are even older.
Maria Roque filed numerous police reports and got a protection order. But the system that was supposed to protect her failed.
The Chicago White Sox have placed right-hander Mike Clevinger on the 15-day injured list and brought up right-hander Jake Woodford from Triple-A Charlotte.
Ángel Hernández unsuccessfully sued Major League Baseball for racial discrimination.
Gavin Sheets homered in the eighth against Erik Swanson for the only run for the White Sox.
The Brewers welcomed Counsell back with a brief thank-you video message on the scoreboard that was accompanied by a chorus of boos from Brewers fans in the sellout crowd of 41,882.
Notre Dame (16-1), which won its second title in program history, became the first program to win back-to-back championships in consecutive seasons since Duke repeated in 2014.
Victoria Moreno, 35, is charged with three counts of murder, one count of aggravated battery to a child, and two counts of aggravated kidnapping in the death of Josiah Brown.
Street Pastor Donovan Price said he still has to prepare himself well in advance for the violence figures.
Police aren't officially saying these burglaries are believed to be connected yet, only saying they are investigating.
During the encounter, the homeowner exchanged gunfire with one of the offenders, Winnetka police said. No one was injured in this exchange.
The summer safety plans are a little different from what the city has put together for summer safety in previous years.