Man charged with murder in Lincoln Park shooting
Early Friday morning, police confirmed John Conway, 35, was charged with first-degree murder.
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Opponents in Dolton village race accuse Mayor Tiffany Henyard of hypocrisy
The opponents take issue with Henyard fighting to stay on one ballot for Thornton Township supervisor, while supporting them getting thrown off another for Dolton races.
Illinois woman sends Christmas gifts to church in hurricane-ravaged North Carolina
Terri Horwath of Plainfield hopes this story will help others think of those who are not in an ideal place this holiday season.
Woman takes on Amazon after being fired from warehouse, sues over back pay
So far, the employee, Jillian Desyatnyk, has won the first couple of rounds against the retail giant.
Weekend warmup ahead in Chicago
Temperatures climb to the low 50s on Sunday.
Police search for 10-year-old boy reported missing from Chicago's West Side
Anyone with information should call Harrison Area Special Victims Unit detectives at 312-746-8251.
Vucevic, Dosunmu lead Bulls to season-high output in win over Spurs
Dosunmu had season highs in points, assists and rebounds in collecting the first triple-double of his four-year career.
Loyola women's volleyball team beats BYU for first ever NCAA Tournament win
he Ramblers advance to the second-round match on Friday at 5 p.m. to play Purdue.
Bears' Keenan Allen says he's ready to move on with Thomas Brown as interim coach
Allen said there has been a lack of accountability from the previous coaches.
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Weekend warmup ahead in Chicago
Temperatures climb to the low 50s on Sunday.
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Woman takes on Amazon after being fired from warehouse, sues over back pay
So far, the employee, Jillian Desyatnyk, has won the first couple of rounds against the retail giant.
When it comes to recycling, Chicago and Cook County have a long way to go
Why does so much of what gets tossed into those blue recycling bins end up in the trash? CBS News Chicago visited the city's largest recycling facility for some answers.
Community "scared" after mass shooting kills 3, wounds 5 in Chicago Lawn
Eight people—four men and four women—were shot around 2 p.m. Monday afternoon in the house at 3511 W. 59th St. in the Chicago Lawn neighborhood.
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7.0 magnitude earthquake hits off the coast of Northern California
The earthquake was first registered as having a preliminary magnitude of 6.6, but USGS updated it to 7.0. It appears to have an epicenter at the triple junction of the Pacific, North American and Juan de Fuca tectonic plates. The earthquake was among the largest recorded in California in recent years.
Man charged in shooting that left man dead in Chicago's Lincoln Park neighborhood
Thursday night, police confirmed a person was being held in the shooting of Alexander Nesteruk, 34, on Clark Street just south of Arlington Place at 3:58 p.m. on November 27. Early Friday morning, police confirmed John Conway, 35, was charged with first-degree murder. Conway is expected in court for a detention hearing on Friday.
Weekend warmup ahead in Chicago
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A slow warming trend for next 3 days in Chicago
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Joffrey ballerinas dance to "The Nutcracker" at Shedd Aquarium
The Joffrey production of Tchaikovsky’s “The Nutcracker” debuts Friday. But first, some ballerinas stopped by the Shedd’s World of Water exhibit.
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Vucevic, Dosunmu lead Bulls to season-high output in win over Spurs
Dosunmu had season highs in points, assists and rebounds in collecting the first triple-double of his four-year career.
Loyola women's volleyball team beats BYU for first ever NCAA Tournament win
he Ramblers advance to the second-round match on Friday at 5 p.m. to play Purdue.
Bears' Keenan Allen says he's ready to move on with Thomas Brown as interim coach
Allen said there has been a lack of accountability from the previous coaches.
Last-place Blackhawks fire head coach Luke Richardson
Richardson, 55, was 57-118-15 in two-plus seasons as coach of the rebuilding Blackhawks.
Former White Sox slugger and TV analyst Bill Melton dies at age 79
Melton, nicknamed "Beltin' Bill," died Thursday morning in Phoenix after a brief illness.
Andrew Billings named 2024 Walter Payton Man of the Year Award nominee
Since 2017, his Billings Family Find-A-Way Foundation has hosted youth football camps, provided grants for teachers, offered youth mentoring, and awarded free bikes to students.
DePaul Blue Demons shoot 42% as they lose to Texas Tech
The Blue Demons finished 11 for 35 from deep.
Blackhawks fall to Boston Bruins for 4th consecutive loss
Alex Vlasic was the Blackhawks' best player, showing off his improved offensive game.
Bears see immediate difference in first practice with Brown as new head coach
Offensive lineman Teven Jenkins said he believes Brown can help provide the team with a needed spark on the heels of a six-game losing streak.
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Illinois woman sends Christmas gifts to church in hurricane-ravaged North Carolina
Terri Horwath of Plainfield hopes this story will help others think of those who are not in an ideal place this holiday season.
11 years later, Red Cross Youth Good Samaritan Hero still serving community
Acey Longley was honored as a youth Red Cross hero at the age of 9, and now at age 21 is a firefighter in Kentucky.
For fire victims, Red Cross often plays a pivotal role in recovery process
Ashley Metcalfe saw the generosity of Red Cross volunteers first-hand after a devastating fire in January.
Red Cross volunteers help provide military families support in times of need
The American Red Cross has been serving military families for almost 140 years, providing resources that help new recruits and their loved ones navigate the ups and downs of serving our country.
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Opponents in Dolton village race accuse Mayor Tiffany Henyard of hypocrisy
The opponents take issue with Henyard fighting to stay on one ballot for Thornton Township supervisor, while supporting them getting thrown off another for Dolton municipal races.
New proposals for cuts, taxes on table with Chicago city budget deadline looming
The mayor and the City Council have until Dec. 31 to get a budget passed.
Rev. Jackson asks President Biden to pardon son, former daughter-in-law
Jackson's letter urges the president to "weigh the balance of his life and the power of forgiveness" in considering Jesse Jackson Jr. for a full pardon.
Judge rejects Boeing plea deal over fatal 737 Max plane crashes
Judge Reed O'Connor took issue with both a lack of judicial oversight and certain diversity requirements included in the deal's independent monitoring process.
For more out-of-work Americans, it's taking months to find a new job
A growing number of unemployed workers have been searching for a new job for more than 15 weeks, labor data shows.
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Lake Zurich man trying to sell used car gets surprise about its past from CARFAX
Thomas Riolo said he is paying the price for an update to his report that shows damage to his vehicle for which he is not responsible. The damage in question happened before he even owned the car.
Customers flood in person to shop in Glencoe, Cyber Monday notwithstanding
While many scoured the internet to look for the best deals Monday, some prefer to shop in person and locally.
Trump tariffs would be felt at the pump in the Midwest in particular, experts say
On Monday, President-elect Trump specifically promised a 25% tariff on all products coming from Mexico and Canada—in addition to a 10% levy on Chinese goods.
Chicago woman says she is cut off from her medical records after practice closes down
So far, despite several requests, the woman has not been able to get a hold of her medical records to send to her new doctors.
Possible Chicago liquor tax hike would be disaster, hospitality industry says
Those in the industry who spoke to CBS News Chicago said their margins are already so slim that an increased liquor tax could drive business owners to close their doors.
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Cook County Health expands access to doulas for pregnant patients who need it most
The program should launch early next year.
Kids worked overnight shifts at pork processing plant, feds find
Feds find 11 kids illegally employed for at least 4 years at Seaboard Triumph Foods facility in Sioux City, Iowa.
Northwestern Medicine ensures couple can get married before emergency heart surgery
Annesley Clark and Christine Corso were determined to say their vows before it was too late. So when Clark's nurses at Northwestern Medicine heard the couple's story, they jumped right into action.
A mom's journey is a sign of hope for starting a family after cancer treatment
Little Penelope Lo Destro's parents were about to start their family when there was a terrible diagnosis.
McDonald's pulls espresso drinks from some U.S. menus
Lattes and other espresso-based drinks may not be available at some McDonald's restaurants due to a glitch with coffee machines.
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EV bus maker Lion Electric suspends operations at plant near Joliet
The company said the decision means temporary layoffs of 400 workers—more than half of its workforce.
Wisconsin's collective bargaining law for public workers, explained
A judge's overturning of Wisconsin's 13-year-old law that effectively ended collective bargaining for teachers and most state government employees has rekindled a battle over labor rights in a state where the first public sector unions were formed 65 years ago.
Mount Prospect animal feed factory to move after odor complaints
Prestige Feed Products makes food for pets, and for livestock such as pigs and cows.
Customers flood in person to shop in Glencoe, Cyber Monday notwithstanding
While many scoured the internet to look for the best deals Monday, some prefer to shop in person and locally.
Unions score a major win in Wisconsin with a court ruling restoring collective bargaining rights
Wisconsin public worker and teachers unions have scored a major legal victory with a ruling that restores collective bargaining rights they lost under a 2011 state law.
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Taylor Swift tops Spotify Wrapped in 2024. Here's what Chicago listened to.
Here are the top songs, artists, and albums streamed on Spotify in Chicago this year, according to communications agency Burson Global.
Kendrick Lamar, SZA bringing Grand National Tour to Chicago
Hip-hop royalty Kendrick Lamar, on the heels of dropping his surprise album "GNX," announced Tuesday morning dates for his forthcoming Grand National Tour, which will include a summer stop in Chicago.
AC/DC making stop in Chicago on 2025 tour
The classic rock band AC/DC is making a stop in Chicago during their upcoming "Power Up" stadium tour this spring. The tour marks the first time they've hit the road in nine years.
Kendrick Lamar releases new album 'GNX'
The 17-time Grammy Award-winning artist's new album features 12 songs.
Charlie XCX bringing Brat tour back to Chicago in 2025
The British pop star is bringing her Brat 2025 arena tour to the Allstate Arena on April 28 at 7 p.m
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7.0 magnitude earthquake hits off the coast of Northern California
The earthquake was first registered as having a preliminary magnitude of 6.6, but USGS updated it to 7.0. It appears to have an epicenter at the triple junction of the Pacific, North American and Juan de Fuca tectonic plates. The earthquake was among the largest recorded in California in recent years.
Man charged in shooting that left man dead in Chicago's Lincoln Park neighborhood
Thursday night, police confirmed a person was being held in the shooting of Alexander Nesteruk, 34, on Clark Street just south of Arlington Place at 3:58 p.m. on November 27. Early Friday morning, police confirmed John Conway, 35, was charged with first-degree murder. Conway is expected in court for a detention hearing on Friday.
Weekend warmup ahead in Chicago
Meteorologist Ed Curran has the extended forecast.
A slow warming trend for next 3 days in Chicago
Chief Meteorologist Albert Ramon has your 10 p.m. First Alert Weather forecast for Thursday, Dec. 5, 2024.
Joffrey ballerinas dance to "The Nutcracker" at Shedd Aquarium
The Joffrey production of Tchaikovsky’s “The Nutcracker” debuts Friday. But first, some ballerinas stopped by the Shedd’s World of Water exhibit.
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Man charged with murder in Lincoln Park shooting
Early Friday morning, police confirmed John Conway, 35, was charged with first-degree murder.
Opponents in Dolton village race accuse Mayor Tiffany Henyard of hypocrisy
The opponents take issue with Henyard fighting to stay on one ballot for Thornton Township supervisor, while supporting them getting thrown off another for Dolton races.
Illinois woman sends Christmas gifts to church in hurricane-ravaged North Carolina
Terri Horwath of Plainfield hopes this story will help others think of those who are not in an ideal place this holiday season.
Woman takes on Amazon after being fired from warehouse, sues over back pay
So far, the employee, Jillian Desyatnyk, has won the first couple of rounds against the retail giant.
Weekend warmup ahead in Chicago
Temperatures climb to the low 50s on Sunday.
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Woman takes on Amazon after being fired from warehouse, sues over back pay
So far, the employee, Jillian Desyatnyk, has won the first couple of rounds against the retail giant.
When it comes to recycling, Chicago and Cook County have a long way to go
Why does so much of what gets tossed into those blue recycling bins end up in the trash? CBS News Chicago visited the city's largest recycling facility for some answers.
Community "scared" after mass shooting kills 3, wounds 5 in Chicago Lawn
Eight people—four men and four women—were shot around 2 p.m. Monday afternoon in the house at 3511 W. 59th St. in the Chicago Lawn neighborhood.
Store owners: O'Neill Burke's tightening of felony retail theft rules is much welcome
The $1,000 threshold to make retail theft a felony crime—which was set by O'Neill Burke's predecessor, Kim Foxx—will be dropping to $300, effective immediately.
Video shows deadly crash during police chase in McKinley Park
Police have said officers were investigating robberies near 55th and Pulaski, when they saw two suspects believed to be armed get into a Lexus and speed away.
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Vucevic, Dosunmu lead Bulls to season-high output in win over Spurs
Dosunmu had season highs in points, assists and rebounds in collecting the first triple-double of his four-year career.
Loyola women's volleyball team beats BYU for first ever NCAA Tournament win
he Ramblers advance to the second-round match on Friday at 5 p.m. to play Purdue.
Bears' Keenan Allen says he's ready to move on with Thomas Brown as interim coach
Allen said there has been a lack of accountability from the previous coaches.
Last-place Blackhawks fire head coach Luke Richardson
Richardson, 55, was 57-118-15 in two-plus seasons as coach of the rebuilding Blackhawks.
Former White Sox slugger and TV analyst Bill Melton dies at age 79
Melton, nicknamed "Beltin' Bill," died Thursday morning in Phoenix after a brief illness.
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Man charged with murder of Oak Park detective makes first court appearance
Jerell Thomas, 37, is being held on charges of first-degree murder, attempted murder of a peace officer, possession of a stolen firearm, and unlawful use of a weapon by a felon.
Bullets fired at UnitedHealthcare CEO had words written on them
"Delay," "deny" and possibly "depose" were written on shell casings and bullets recovered at the scene of the shooting that killed UnitedHealthcare CEO Brian Thompson.
1 killed, 1 wounded in Morgan Park shooting
Late Wednesday, no one was in custody.
Man charged with murder in Lincoln Park shooting
Early Friday morning, police confirmed John Conway, 35, was charged with first-degree murder.
Funeral arrangements set for fallen Oak Park police officer Allan Reddins
Reddins was shot and killed in the line of duty on Nov. 29. The shooting marked the first line-of-duty death for an Oak Park police officer since 1938.
