Man charged with murder of CFD Capt. David Meyer to remain in jail
Charles Green, 44, is charged with two counts of murder and one count of aggravated arson.
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Man charged in deadly stabbing at West Side CTA Green Line station
Willi Holmes, 54, was charged with one felony count of first-degree murder.
Lincoln Park shooting suspect called 911 to throw police off her trail: prosecutors
The woman charged with murder in the shooting death of a 28-year-old man in Lincoln Park last week called 911 to try to throw police off her trail, prosecutors said.
Body found in forest preserve in Naperville
The body was found shortly before 3 p.m. in the Burlington Park Forest Preserve in Naperville.
$300,000 stolen after 3 bags of cash fell out of Brinks truck in Oak Park, police say
A Brinks Home Security employee reported the back door of their truck somehow opened while they were driving, and three bags of cash fell out.
Michael A. Taylor's 3 doubles help White Sox rout Athletics 10-3
Chicago, which had lost 10 of 12 coming in, scored four times in the first and twice more in the second off Jeffrey Springs (3-3).
Family of man shot and killed by Kane County Sheriff's deputies files lawsuit
The lawsuit claims James Moriarty already had been subdued by a police dog before officers shot and killed him.
Luzardo stars as the Phillies stop a 5-game slide by beating the Cubs 10-4
Bryce Harper, Kyle Schwarber and Max Kepler each had two RBIs for Philadelphia, which scored a total of 13 runs during its losing streak.
Chicago Bears 2025 NFL draft tracker: See who they pick
The Chicago Bears chose Colston Loveland, a tight end from Michigan with the 10th overall pick. Who else will they choose in the NFL Draft?
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Chicago Police Robbery Task Force works with transit unit to fight crime on CTA
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Emotional testimony from young brothers in trial of wrong CPD raid lawsuit
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Pope Francis laid to rest at funeral in the Vatican
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Man charged with killing Chicago firefighter appears in court
The man charged with murder in the death of Chicago Fire Department Capt. David Meyer was ordered held at Cook County Jail while he awaits trial, after a judge deemed him a danger to the public.
Canadian elections 2 days away as Liberal Party hopes for 4th term
Canadians will head to the polls on Monday after a campaign that has revolved almost entirely around the Trump administration's trade war with the country. Canadians don't directly vote for the prime minister. That will be determined by whichever party wins the most seats in parliament.
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Michael A. Taylor's 3 doubles help White Sox rout Athletics 10-3
Chicago, which had lost 10 of 12 coming in, scored four times in the first and twice more in the second off Jeffrey Springs (3-3).
Luzardo stars as the Phillies stop a 5-game slide by beating the Cubs 10-4
Bryce Harper, Kyle Schwarber and Max Kepler each had two RBIs for Philadelphia, which scored a total of 13 runs during its losing streak.
New Bears WR Luther Burden III sees "great situation" on offense with Caleb Williams
"I feel like he's a great quarterback. I feel like great quarterbacks need great receivers. So, perfect fit," Burden said.
Jacob Wilson, Brent Rooker help lift Athletics over White Sox 6-5
The Athletics, fresh off taking 2 of 3 from the Rangers to begin a six-game homestand, rallied from 1-0 and 3-1 deficits to even their record at 13-13.
Tight end Colston Loveland eager to bring "Idaho tough" to Bears' offense
The former Michigan Wolverines star is a dynamic playmaker who the Bears say they're excited to pair with veteran tight end Cole Kmet.
Happ, Suzuki power the Cubs to a 4-0 win, sending Phillies to 5th straight loss
Colin Rea (1-0) limited Philadelphia to three hits over five scoreless innings for the win.
Suburban Chicago man wins $800,000 in sports bets, but casinos won't pay
Thomas McPeek placed stacks and stacks of bets last year — complicated wagers on football called parlays, where several events all have to happen for the gambler to win.
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Loveland leaves Michigan as their all-time single-season leader at tight end in receptions.
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Earl Frazier revisits life from sharecropper to millionaire ahead of 103rd birthday
Born on April 28, 1922, in Pluckemin Bayou, Mississippi, Earl Frazier will turn 103 on Monday.
Veteran Chicago Police dispatcher is ready to hang up her headset after 40 years
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Chicago's Working Bikes gets bicycles to people in need at home and worldwide
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Harvey Twisters Wrestling Club teaches young people about more than just athletics
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FBI arrests Wisconsin judge for obstruction in immigration case
FBI Director Kash Patel announced Judge Hannah Dugan's arrest in an X post that has been deleted.
U.S. Sen. Dick Durbin says it's time to pass the torch
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Pritzker weighs possible Illinois boycott of El Salvador over Abrego Garcia's detention
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12 states sue Trump over tariff actions
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Suburban Chicago man wins $800,000 in sports bets, but casinos won't pay
Thomas McPeek placed stacks and stacks of bets last year — complicated wagers on football called parlays, where several events all have to happen for the gambler to win.
Chicago woman loses thousands to scammer claiming to want funds for funeral
Back in February, Heather Radin had planned to give only $10 to someone she thought was really in need. She is out $5,000.
Portillo's new breakfast menu launches at select Chicago's locations
The iconic Chicago chain known for its hot dogs and Italian beef sandwiches launched its brand new breakfast offerings in five restaurants Tuesday morning.
Cook County Board approves eligibility rules for property tax relief program
The application website is expected to open this summer.
Johnsonville recall of cheddar bratwursts includes Minnesota
Johnsonville, LCC is recalling over 22,600 pounds of cheddar bratwurst in 10 states, including Minnesota and Wisconsin.
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First Illinois measles case in current nationwide outbreak recorded
Officials said the case is the only case in Illinois of which they are aware at this time.
Cook County Health, NAMI Chicago launch countywide mental health support campaign
The program involves a new text and chat support line — aimed at helping younger people who prefer digital communication.
After struggling to conceive herself, Chicago woman now gives back as gestational surrogate
Amanda Nelson is carrying a child who is not genetically hers for people she didn't know.
Some states want to ban food stamp recipients from buying soda and candy
Some states want to block SNAP recipients from using benefits to buy sugary foods as part of the "make America healthy again" movement.
Large number of measles cases being missed, CDC says
The CDC is now struggling to keep up with requests for support from states with measles outbreaks.
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Tariff uncertainty raises concerns at Chicago toy store
The owner of Timeless Toys said he was forced to buy $200,000 worth of toys due to the trade war between the world's two largest economies.
Arlington Heights Mayor-elect Jim Tinaglia says he wants a "win-win" Bears stadium plan
Tinaglia said he supports a new Bears stadium in Arlington Heights, but the franchise and the village need to come to an agreement on common goals.
SCOTUS seems to side with Catholic Charities in Wis. religious-rights case
The Supreme Court appears to be leaning toward a Catholic charitable organization pushing back against the state of Wisconsin in the latest religious rights case to come before the court.
LGBTQ+ Pride event organizers concerned about sponsors pulling out
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Aris Singleton became CEO of TGIN beauty products at 28, and is a proud industry leader
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Ravinia Festival tickets on sale for 2025 season
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"Grey's Anatomy" star Eric Dane reveals he's been diagnosed with ALS
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Jay North, star of original "Dennis the Menace" TV series, dies at 73
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Nintendo Switch 2 and new "Mario Kart World" game to be released in June
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Val Kilmer, actor known for "The Doors" and "Tombstone," dies at 65
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Warming trend begins Sunday for Chicago area
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Chicago Park District to launch 2nd annual "May in Motion"
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Pope Francis laid to rest at funeral in the Vatican
Crowds packed in St. Peter’s Square and the streets of Rome on Saturday to mourn Pope Francis, with more than 250,000 people attending the funeral mass.
Man charged with killing Chicago firefighter appears in court
The man charged with murder in the death of Chicago Fire Department Capt. David Meyer was ordered held at Cook County Jail while he awaits trial, after a judge deemed him a danger to the public.
Canadian elections 2 days away as Liberal Party hopes for 4th term
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Man charged with murder of CFD Capt. David Meyer to remain in jail
Charles Green, 44, is charged with two counts of murder and one count of aggravated arson.
Man charged in deadly stabbing at West Side CTA Green Line station
Willi Holmes, 54, was charged with one felony count of first-degree murder.
Lincoln Park shooting suspect called 911 to throw police off her trail: prosecutors
The woman charged with murder in the shooting death of a 28-year-old man in Lincoln Park last week called 911 to try to throw police off her trail, prosecutors said.
Body found in forest preserve in Naperville
The body was found shortly before 3 p.m. in the Burlington Park Forest Preserve in Naperville.
$300,000 stolen after 3 bags of cash fell out of Brinks truck in Oak Park, police say
A Brinks Home Security employee reported the back door of their truck somehow opened while they were driving, and three bags of cash fell out.
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Chicago Police Robbery Task Force works with transit unit to fight crime on CTA
The task force addressed its progress for the first time this week, nearly a year after the formation of the unit was first announced.
Emotional testimony from young brothers in trial of wrong CPD raid lawsuit
The lawsuit accuses Chicago Police of using excessive force on children.
Peter Mendez, mother testify in civil trial of lawsuit over wrong CPD raid
The botched raid on the innocent Mendez family in November 2017 sparked CBS News Chicago's yearslong investigation into Chicago Police officers raiding the wrong homes.
Chicago River cleanup focus turns to sewage overflow, climate resiliency
Making the Chicago River a healthy, biodiverse and climate resilient lifeline through the city is the focus of many groups and city officials working with new standards, permits, and an eye on climate change.
Trial begins for lawsuit over Chicago Police raid that traumatized children
Peter Mendez was only 9 years old when his family's home was wrongly raided by Chicago Police back in November 2017. Seven and a half years later, the Mendez family is finally getting their day in court.
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Michael A. Taylor's 3 doubles help White Sox rout Athletics 10-3
Chicago, which had lost 10 of 12 coming in, scored four times in the first and twice more in the second off Jeffrey Springs (3-3).
Luzardo stars as the Phillies stop a 5-game slide by beating the Cubs 10-4
Bryce Harper, Kyle Schwarber and Max Kepler each had two RBIs for Philadelphia, which scored a total of 13 runs during its losing streak.
New Bears WR Luther Burden III sees "great situation" on offense with Caleb Williams
"I feel like he's a great quarterback. I feel like great quarterbacks need great receivers. So, perfect fit," Burden said.
Jacob Wilson, Brent Rooker help lift Athletics over White Sox 6-5
The Athletics, fresh off taking 2 of 3 from the Rangers to begin a six-game homestand, rallied from 1-0 and 3-1 deficits to even their record at 13-13.
Tight end Colston Loveland eager to bring "Idaho tough" to Bears' offense
The former Michigan Wolverines star is a dynamic playmaker who the Bears say they're excited to pair with veteran tight end Cole Kmet.
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Man charged with murder of CFD Capt. David Meyer to remain in jail
Charles Green, 44, is charged with two counts of murder and one count of aggravated arson.
George Santos sentenced to over 7 years on fraud charges
George Santos has been sentenced to 87 months in prison on federal wire fraud and identity theft charges in New York.
Chicago Police Robbery Task Force works with transit unit to fight crime on CTA
The task force addressed its progress for the first time this week, nearly a year after the formation of the unit was first announced.
St. Charles driving instructor convicted of sexually assaulting student
Paul Bocska, 58, was found guilty of four counts of criminal sexual assault and 12 counts of aggravated criminal sexual abuse.
Woman charged with murder in Lincoln Park shooting
A woman has been charged with murder in a Lincoln Park shooting that left a 28-year-old man dead.
