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The inbound Dan Ryan Expressway was closed for a period of time Tuesday night following a shooting.
An undercover operation has nabbed two robbery suspects who had allegedly solicited people looking for a massage service in Rosemont.
Four people were injured – with one of them suffering life-threatening injuries – in a crash in Naperville earlier Tuesday.
Parmesan, the dog, had a bit of a difficult past, but as soon as pictures of her circulated on social media the rescue shelter that took her in saw donations increase by $12,000.
CBS 2 has learned the same man wanted in the bus attack was spotted near 71st and Pulasksi.
Wicker Park neighborhood business owners have banned together to fight parking frustrations – claiming the recent installation of meters has hurt business.
A pedestrian was seriously hurt when she was hit by a bus Tuesday afternoon on the Eisenhower Expressway.
A family on Chicago's northwest side woke up to a shocking sight: a swastika and the world "Nazi" painted on their garage.
A report by the Chicago Office of the Inspector General on Tuesday revealed that not only have Chicago Police officers been parking illegally — they're slipping their parking placards to their friends and family to attend Bears games and Cubs games.
So how did this historic temple, built almost 100 years ago, catch fire Monday night? Firefighters can't find out because it's not safe to go inside.
CTA Red Line trains were snagged on the South Side due to debris on the tracks Tuesday afternoon.
Sgt. Xavier Elizondo and Officer David Salgado have pleaded not guilty to conspiracy and obstruction of justice charges alleging they paid informants to lie to judges for search warrants.
In a letter to parents, the school said the students had taken pills, but did not specify what the pills contained.
The FBI is offering a reward up to $1,000 for information leading to the suspect's arrest.
Hammond, Indiana, police are investigating a crash between a car and a semi truck that killed two teens shortly before 10 p.m. Monday night.
At 6:30 p.m., the 20-year-old man and the 50-year-old woman were in a Dodge dealership in the 7300 block of South Western Avenue when someone came in and shot them both.
One firefighter was briefly unaccounted for as mattresses and furniture fueled the extra-alarm blaze. Jermont Terry reports.
Illinois Secretary of State Alexi Giannoulias emphasized that REAL IDs are not something mandatory like filing taxes. Noel Brennan reports.
The Insurance Information Institute said Roy Beard's situation serves as a reminder to check the terms of your insurance policy. Tara Molina reports.
The Illinois Commerce Commission said the expansive project "cannot come at an unreasonable or unjustifiable cost to customers," who have been upset about rising gas bills in recent years. Megan Hickey reports.
Fourteen new laws will go into effect in Illinois on July 1, 2026.
Prediction market Kalshi sued Illinois on Tuesday, seeking to block new taxes and license requirements set to take effect July 1.
The U.S. military says it hit Iranian targets over Iran's drone attack on a commercial vessel in the Strait of Hormuz, marking the first American strikes on Iran since the two countries formally agreed to extend a ceasefire last week.
Led by Sen. Cory Booker of New Jersey, a group of Senate Democrats suggested the Justice Department violated its internal policies with the creation of the "anti-weaponization" fund.
Bolton agreed to pay a $2.25 million fine, pleading guilty to one count of retaining classified national security information.
Illinois Gov. JB Pritzker on Thursday signed several new consumer protections into law, including a ban on junk fees.
CBS News Chicago has learned that Illinois home insurance premiums are not only higher than the nation's average, but going up faster too.
As an alternative to legalizing video gambling terminals citywide, Bally's offered to open slot machine lounges at O'Hare and Midway, saying the move would replace the $6.8 million the city budgeted from VGTs.
An Illinois law banning "swipe fees" on taxes and tips — already delayed twice by lawmakers — appears to be on life support after a federal judge that once permitted it issued a permanent injunction against it this week.
A new study from the Cook County Treasurer's office underlines growing concerns about the impact the Illinois megaprojects bill could have on the county's property tax base and overall fiscal health.
The north Chicago suburb of Glenview became the latest Illinois municipality this week to confirm mosquitoes testing positive for the West Nile virus this year.
Environmental and community groups are suing the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency for failing to act on a petition challenging U.S. Steel Gary Works operating permit renewal.
In the four years since Roe v. Wade was overturned and Illinois became a destination for abortion care, Illinois providers and advocates have rebuilt the state's infrastructure to support the tens of thousands of people who travel to the state for abortion services every year.
June is National Aphasia Awareness Month, raising awareness of a disorder that affects a person's ability to speak, write, and understand both spoken and written language.
The Chicago Department of Public Health issued a warning Tuesday about a possible measles exposure at O'Hare International Airport.
As an alternative to legalizing video gambling terminals citywide, Bally's offered to open slot machine lounges at O'Hare and Midway, saying the move would replace the $6.8 million the city budgeted from VGTs.
Daley's Restaurant, known as Chicago's oldest, has served Chicago's Woodlawn neighborhood for more than 130 years.
Walgreens is set to close in Chicago's Chatham neighborhood on Thursday, and there's growing concern about where families will get their medications.
The owners of Gene & Georgetti steakhouse are suing a concessions operator over their expansion at Midway International Airport.
DraftKings announced Monday that it is closing its sportsbook operation at Wrigley Field after only about two years.
Lionel Richie's Chicago concert at the United Center has been postponed after the singer became sick at his tour opener in St. Paul, Minnesota.
Legendary musician Lionel Richie had to cut his performance short Wednesday night in St. Paul, Minnesota, leaving fans with many questions.
Clive Davis helped shape the careers of music stars including Janis Joplin, Bruce Springsteen and Whitney Houston.
Claude Guillemot and a flight instructor were flying in a twin-motor Cessna 421 on Friday evening. An investigation into the crash is underway.
James Burrows directed more than 1,000 episodes of television, including every episode of the original "Will & Grace."
Author Annie Mare joins CBS News Chicago to discuss Chicago Pride Book Fest and her inspiration for her own books.
A man was found shot to death in Chicago's Greater Grand Crossing neighborhood on Friday night.
One person died after a crash involving an Illinois Department of Transportation vehicle on I-57 in the south Chicago suburbs early Saturday morning.
Grand Crossing is welcoming the new "Life in Color" Gallery
Meteorologist Mary Kay Kleist is tracking a heat wave.
Illinois Congressman Mike Quigley officially launches his 2027 Chicago mayoral campaign, becoming the fourth candidate so far to announce their run for the seat currently held by Brandon Johnson.
An Extreme Heat Watch is taking effect on Monday in Cook County.
In each incident, police said a group of men approached the victims and took their property by force while on the platforms.
One person died after a crash involving an Illinois Department of Transportation vehicle on I-57 in the south Chicago suburbs early Saturday morning.
The search continues Saturday for a man who Elgin police said was running away with a large knife and went into the Fox River after an incident Friday morning.
An Uber driver who was assaulted during a ride said he begged Chicago police officers not once but twice for help, but was left to fend for himself.
CBS News Chicago has learned that Illinois home insurance premiums are not only higher than the nation's average, but going up faster too.
The Cook County Sheriff's Office has been a part of Illinois' enhanced CTA security plan and state-led task force dedicated to making it safe since the end of March. Their officers have worked more than 4,000 hours a month.
A rideshare driver was shot in Chicago's North Lawndale neighborhood on Monday night.
After a violent holiday weekend, Chicago city leaders are expected to announce new support for a dedicated Department of Gun Violence Prevention.
The Sky also surpassed the franchise record for points in a game of 114, with Jacy Sheldon's fourth-quarter layup breaking the mark.
A Chicago teacher is hard at work on his quest to visit every NCAA Division I Football Bowl Subdivision stadium in America, while also strengthening bonds between the sports world and the LGBTQ+ community.
Walmart heir Lukas Walton and his wife Samantha have purchased a minority stake in the Chicago Bulls and the United Center, the team announced Friday.
There was a big honor for a Chicago Bulls legend as Mayor Brandon Johnson declared Thursday to be Horace Grant Day.
Pete Crow-Armstrong laced an RBI double in the 10th inning, powering the Cubs to a 4-3 victory Thursday night over the sinking Mets and a sweep of the four-game series.
A 20-year-old Chicago man is accused of being the administrator of a Signal messaging group that was allegedly planning a terrorist attack on the UFC event at the White House.
Two people are dead after they were found shot behind a residential building in the Dunning community on Chicago's Northwest Side Thursday afternoon.
A registered sex offender was ordered detained until trial Thursday on charges that he sexually abused a 6-year-old girl at a bus stop in Chicago's Chatham community last weekend.
A man was shot and critically wounded in broad daylight on Chicago's Near West Side Thursday afternoon.
U.K. influencer Brooke George says a man she met online repeatedly assaulted her in the UAE, according to an advocacy group. Now she's facing possible execution for allegedly stabbing him to death.
