Teen charged with murder of girl found stabbed, beaten to death in Chicago park
A 15-year-old boy is charged with murder in the death of a teen girl whose body was found in a West Side park.
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2 people killed, woman stabbed minutes apart on same block in Gage Park
Chicago police said a man was taken into custody, but it is not clear if he is connected to both incidents.
Car stolen from Berwyn garage found with beloved pet's body inside
A car stolen from a Berwyn, Illinois, man has been recovered with their missing family dog's body inside.
Rep. Jonathan Jackson asks Secretary Hegseth to step down after group chat incident
A group chat about military strikes in Yemen inadvertently included Jeffrey Goldberg, the editor in chief of The Atlantic, Goldberg wrote on Monday.
Boy, 13, shot and killed in Englewood
The circumstances of the shooting not immediately released.
Bodycam video released in Aurora, Illinois police shooting that killed man, 19
Christopher Lepe, 19, was shot and killed by Aurora police early on the morning of Wednesday of last week.
Crime Stoppers chairman George McDade to retire next month
He says since Cook County Crime Stoppers started in 1985, the group has taken over 14,000 tips, and helped solve 27 to 2,800 cases—leading to around 3,000 arrests.
Lisle subdivision gets its water through private company, and has much higher bills
In most of Lisle, residents get their water from the village. But in one section, the Oak View subdivision, a private company supplies the water, and residents are furious about the bills.
Crashed Lamborghini connected to Hyde Park fire, homicide
Firefighters found the victim, identified as 47-year-old Jarrell boy, with a gunshot wound to the head in the burning home.
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Lisle subdivision gets its water through private company, and has much higher bills
In most of Lisle, residents get their water from the village. But in one section, the Oak View subdivision, a private company supplies the water, and residents are furious about the bills.
Oak Brook police to begin using drones as first responders to 911 calls
From inside command centers, first responders would be able to deploy a drone as soon as a 911 call is made to provide an eye in the sky before police can get there.
Millions stolen off EBT cards in Illinois SNAP benefits fraud scheme
A new report revealed scammers stealing Illinois SNAP funds from EBT cards have made off with nearly $21 million since October 2022.
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Residents of one subdivision in Lisle, Illinois are frustrated with their water bills
The rest of Lisle gets its water from the village, but residents of the subdivision are served by a for-profit company, Illinois American Water. As Tara Molina reports, those who live in the subdivision say their bills are much higher.
U.S. Rep. Jonathan Jackson calls for resignation of Defense Sec. Hegseth
It was revealed Monday that Secretary Pete Hegseth and several other Trump administration figures discussed military strikes in Yemen on the encrypted messaging app Signal, and Jeffrey Goldberg, editor-in-chief of The Atlantic, was accidentally included.
Residents concerned about homeless shelter in Chicago's Kenwood community
Many people who live in the neighborhood are not happy with the possibility of an old hotel being turned into a homeless shelter permanently, while others are calling for compassion. Lauren Victory reports.
Aurora, Illinois police release bodycam video of deadly police shooting
Christopher Lepe, 19, was shot and killed by Aurora police early on the morning of Wednesday of last week, after police said he dragged an officer from his car in nearby Geneva.
Man arrested in double shooting, stabbing on Chicago's Southwest Side
Chicago police said the man is in custody for the fatal shooting and the stabbing that happened minutes apart on the same block. Sabrina Franza reports.
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MSU reaches 16th Sweet 16 under Tom Izzo with win over New Mexico
Jaden Akins scored 16 points, including a 3-pointer that put Michigan State ahead to stay, and coach Tom Izzo took the Spartans to the Sweet 16 for the 16th time with a 71-63 victory over New Mexico.
Jayden Dawson scores career-high 35 to lead Loyola over San Francisco in NIT
Dawson shot 14 for 27 from the floor (4 for 11 from 3-point range) and 3 of 3 from the free-throw line for Loyola Chicago.
Ryan Donato, Connor Bedard lead Blackhawks over Flyers
Donato collected his 24th and 25th goals of the season, beating Flyers goaltender Ivan Fedotov on slot deflections in the second and third periods.
Illinois falls to Kentucky in second round of March Madness
Kylan Boswell scored 23 points, Tomislav Ivisic 19 and Kasparas Jakucionis 13 for the sixth-seeded Illini (22-13).
Michigan routed by Notre Dame 76-55 in 2nd round of women's tourney
Michigan couldn't withstand Hannah Hidalgo and No. 3 Notre Dame in the second round of the women's NCAA Tournament on Sunday as the Fighting Irish beat the Wolverines 76-55.
Blackhawks' Patrick Maroon, 3-time Stanley Cup champ, to retire after season
"I've done everything I could in this league," an emotional Maroon said discussing his decision after St. Louis defeated Chicago 4-1 Saturday. "I have no regrets."
Illinois eyes Sweet 16 in 2nd-round NCAA tourney matchup with Kentucky
Illinois wants to ride the wave from another sea of orange and blue in the stands in Milwaukee against one of college basketball's Big Blue blood brands.
Toropchenko, Hofer lead Blues past Blackhawks 4-1
Alexey Toropchenko had a goal and an assist and goalie Joel Hofer made 26 saves, leading the St. Louis Blues to a 4-1 win over the Chicago Blackhawks.
Illini fans pumped after big win over Xavier in first round of NCAA Tournament
In the South Loop, Illini fans took over Weather Mark Tavern, where the drinks were flowing and a sea of orange and blue overshadowed everything.
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Community baby shower honors pregnant woman killed while seeking baby supplies
After 19-year-old Marlen Ochoa-Lopez was brutally murdered in 2019, and her baby was cut from her womb, a Chicago non-profit is making sure her memory lives on by helping other mothers-to-be in need.
Chicago church plans to turn shuttered South Side liquor store into grocery store
The building is at the corner of 79th Street and Cottage Grove Avenue — an area with a history of violence. The church that has purchased it hopes to bring new life to the area.
Marathon runner chasing Olympic dreams while fasting for Ramadan
Sabrina Baftiri has been running since middle school. She became a standout at the University of St. Francis in Joliet, winning an impressive 17 All-American awards.
Suburban Chicago boxing gym focuses on helping people fight addiction with a workout
The boxing gym, BVL Boxing Solutions in Mokena, was started by one family who suffered a heartbreaking loss a year ago.
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Rep. Jonathan Jackson asks Secretary Hegseth to step down after group chat incident
A group chat about military strikes in Yemen inadvertently included Jeffrey Goldberg, the editor in chief of The Atlantic, Goldberg wrote on Monday.
Wisconsin Supreme Court race may emerge as a referendum on Elon Musk
The election to fill a Wisconsin Supreme Court seat is quickly becoming a referendum on the Trump administration and a test of enthusiasm on both sides.
Top Trump officials included journalist in group chat about bombing Yemen
The National Security Council said the message thread "appears to be authentic" and the administration is "reviewing how an inadvertent number was added to the chain."
Abortion expected to play a key role in Wisconsin Supreme Court race
Abortion has been top of mind for many voters casting early ballots in the race for a seat on the Wisconsin Supreme Court.
Chicago transit agencies warn of drastic cuts amid $770 million budget shortfall
The Regional Transportation Authority, the umbrella agency overseeing CTA, Metra, and Pace, is calling the situation potentially devastating.
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Lisle subdivision gets its water through private company, and has much higher bills
In most of Lisle, residents get their water from the village. But in one section, the Oak View subdivision, a private company supplies the water, and residents are furious about the bills.
Chicago area man wins nearly $400K on sports bet, only to have it all canceled
Mark Aiello's winning bets banked $389,000 — enough for his daughter's future college education. But a moment was about all it lasted, as all his bets were suddenly canceled as if he'd never made them.
Chicago restaurateurs alarmed by threat of 200% tariff on alcoholic beverages from Europe
This threat was a response to the EU's 50% tariffs on American whiskey, which are set to go into effect next month.
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Co-op grocery store aiming to open in Lombard amid rising food costs
A couple in DuPage County are opening a co-op grocery store they hope can address the strain of ever-rising food costs.
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Abortion expected to play a key role in Wisconsin Supreme Court race
Abortion has been top of mind for many voters casting early ballots in the race for a seat on the Wisconsin Supreme Court.
Waste from nut used in herbal teas can be made into medically useful hydrogel, UChicago scientists find
In research published last month, UChicago scientists created a hydrogel out of husks from the malva nut.
These organizations create safe spaces and events for those vulnerable to COVID
Five years since COVID-19 was declared a pandemic by the World Health Organization, people who are still vulnerable to the virus have found safe ways to be in community.
Chicago Dept. of Health urges people to get measles vaccine amid Texas outbreak
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FDA to increase testing for heavy metals in infant formula, RFK Jr. says
About one in five newborns in the U.S. start out on infant formula, making it a crucial source of nutrition.
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2 months after losing whole flock of chickens, Matteson farm loses federal funding too
The owners are waiting to see if the federal grants they lost are reinstated.
Richard Roeper, Michael Sneed among those leaving Chicago Sun-Times amid buyouts
A total of 30 employees agreed to resign after accepting a buyout from ownership.
Chicago church plans to turn shuttered South Side liquor store into grocery store
The building is at the corner of 79th Street and Cottage Grove Avenue — an area with a history of violence. The church that has purchased it hopes to bring new life to the area.
Owner of Chicago's Momentum Coffee worries about tariffs, possible recession
CBS News Chicago checked in with Momentum Coffee owner Nikki Bravo on Wednesday to see how she was doing with the uncertainty in the market.
Chicago restaurateurs alarmed by threat of 200% tariff on alcoholic beverages from Europe
This threat was a response to the EU's 50% tariffs on American whiskey, which are set to go into effect next month.
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Lollapalooza announces daily lineup for 2025 festival
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New book documents oral history of Lollapalooza
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Residents of one subdivision in Lisle, Illinois are frustrated with their water bills
The rest of Lisle gets its water from the village, but residents of the subdivision are served by a for-profit company, Illinois American Water. As Tara Molina reports, those who live in the subdivision say their bills are much higher.
U.S. Rep. Jonathan Jackson calls for resignation of Defense Sec. Hegseth
It was revealed Monday that Secretary Pete Hegseth and several other Trump administration figures discussed military strikes in Yemen on the encrypted messaging app Signal, and Jeffrey Goldberg, editor-in-chief of The Atlantic, was accidentally included.
Residents concerned about homeless shelter in Chicago's Kenwood community
Many people who live in the neighborhood are not happy with the possibility of an old hotel being turned into a homeless shelter permanently, while others are calling for compassion. Lauren Victory reports.
Aurora, Illinois police release bodycam video of deadly police shooting
Christopher Lepe, 19, was shot and killed by Aurora police early on the morning of Wednesday of last week, after police said he dragged an officer from his car in nearby Geneva.
Man arrested in double shooting, stabbing on Chicago's Southwest Side
Chicago police said the man is in custody for the fatal shooting and the stabbing that happened minutes apart on the same block. Sabrina Franza reports.
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Teen charged with murder of girl found stabbed, beaten to death in Chicago park
A 15-year-old boy is charged with murder in the death of a teen girl whose body was found in a West Side park.
2 people killed, woman stabbed minutes apart on same block in Gage Park
Chicago police said a man was taken into custody, but it is not clear if he is connected to both incidents.
Car stolen from Berwyn garage found with beloved pet's body inside
A car stolen from a Berwyn, Illinois, man has been recovered with their missing family dog's body inside.
Rep. Jonathan Jackson asks Secretary Hegseth to step down after group chat incident
A group chat about military strikes in Yemen inadvertently included Jeffrey Goldberg, the editor in chief of The Atlantic, Goldberg wrote on Monday.
Boy, 13, shot and killed in Englewood
The circumstances of the shooting not immediately released.
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Lisle subdivision gets its water through private company, and has much higher bills
In most of Lisle, residents get their water from the village. But in one section, the Oak View subdivision, a private company supplies the water, and residents are furious about the bills.
Oak Brook police to begin using drones as first responders to 911 calls
From inside command centers, first responders would be able to deploy a drone as soon as a 911 call is made to provide an eye in the sky before police can get there.
Millions stolen off EBT cards in Illinois SNAP benefits fraud scheme
A new report revealed scammers stealing Illinois SNAP funds from EBT cards have made off with nearly $21 million since October 2022.
Newly obtained video, photos document more problems at crematory in trouble with state
The new documentation shows how bodies were being handled at the Heights Crematory in south suburban Chicago Heights dating back years.
Illinois Comptroller seeks to shut down crematory accused of improperly handling bodies
Mendoza's office has suspended Heights Crematory and has also filed a complaint to revoke the license permanently.
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MSU reaches 16th Sweet 16 under Tom Izzo with win over New Mexico
Jaden Akins scored 16 points, including a 3-pointer that put Michigan State ahead to stay, and coach Tom Izzo took the Spartans to the Sweet 16 for the 16th time with a 71-63 victory over New Mexico.
Jayden Dawson scores career-high 35 to lead Loyola over San Francisco in NIT
Dawson shot 14 for 27 from the floor (4 for 11 from 3-point range) and 3 of 3 from the free-throw line for Loyola Chicago.
Ryan Donato, Connor Bedard lead Blackhawks over Flyers
Donato collected his 24th and 25th goals of the season, beating Flyers goaltender Ivan Fedotov on slot deflections in the second and third periods.
Illinois falls to Kentucky in second round of March Madness
Kylan Boswell scored 23 points, Tomislav Ivisic 19 and Kasparas Jakucionis 13 for the sixth-seeded Illini (22-13).
Michigan routed by Notre Dame 76-55 in 2nd round of women's tourney
Michigan couldn't withstand Hannah Hidalgo and No. 3 Notre Dame in the second round of the women's NCAA Tournament on Sunday as the Fighting Irish beat the Wolverines 76-55.
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Boy, 13, shot and killed in Englewood
The circumstances of the shooting not immediately released.
Bodycam video released in Aurora, Illinois police shooting that killed man, 19
Christopher Lepe, 19, was shot and killed by Aurora police early on the morning of Wednesday of last week.
Teen charged with murder of girl found stabbed, beaten to death in Chicago park
A 15-year-old boy is charged with murder in the death of a 16-year-old girl on Chicago's West Side, police sources confirmed.
Family holds vigil for Kaylah Love, teen girl who was brutally killed on West Side
The family is hoping to move the needle in her chilling case, and asking anyone who saw or knows something about her killing to come forward.
Man dead, woman in critical condition after crash on Southwest Side
The crash happened on busy Pulaski Road near 71st Street.
