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Cook County State's Attorney Kim Foxx insists that prosecutors handled the disorderly conduct charges against Jussie Smollett the same way they do in thousands of other low-level felony cases.
Sterigenics released the following statement Friday regarding the Illinois Department of Public Health's cancer incidence report.
Kokoraleis served more than 36 years behind bars for the murder of Lorry Ann Borowski before he was released from the Illinois River Correctional Center on Friday morning.
Here are five fast facts about Thomas Kokoraleis, who was released from prison Friday after serving more than 36 years in prison for the grisly 1982 murder of Lorraine "Lorry" Ann Borowski.
"I know he wanted to be a detective. But also he said as long as he was making a difference, he was fine with his job."
Dr. Arshad Mohammed was killed when a driver headed the wrong way on the Veterans Memorial Tollway set off a deadly chain reaction crash late Thursday night.
The $17 million project began last May, as part of a $492 million modernization project along the O'Hare branch of the Blue Line, dubbed "Your New Blue."
A driver headed the wrong way on the Veterans Memorial Tollway set off a deadly chain reaction crash late Thursday night.
President Trump is threatening to shut down the U.S. Mexico border, or at the very least, "large portions" of it, next week if Mexico doesn't halt all undocumented immigrants from entering the country.
White said the article of clothing "makes it difficult for young guys to ignore them." She said she wants the young women to think about "the mothers of sons and to instead choose jeans next time."
Hundreds of family, friends, and fellow officers turned out Friday morning for the funeral for slain Officer John Rivera, killed while off-duty last weekend in the River North neighborhood.
Chicago police said a 3-year-old boy who allegedly was kidnapped by his babysitter on Thursday has been found safe.
Amid revelations that the Trump administration would be proposing eliminating all funding for the Special Olympics, Democratic Sen. Dick Durbin chastised Secretary Betsy DeVos, saying the idea deserved a "Special Olympic gold medal for insensitivity."
Around 7:30 a.m., an inbound train hit and killed a pedestrian near the Edison Park station, a Metra spokesperson said.
At Virgil Grissom Elementary School in the southeast corner of the city, teachers have to be creative to accommodate all the students.
Just after noon Thursday, a flight came into O’Hare International Airport from Los Angeles International Airport. As Andrew Ramos reports, the passengers got an eagle’s-eye view of the devastation as the jet passed over the wildfires.
Firefighters have made some progress in containing the devastating wildfires near Los Angeles, California, which have scorched more than 45 square miles, killed five people, and burned more than 1,300 buildings – many of them homes.
The Village of Oak Park has released body-worn camera video from five officers involved in a shootout that killed Detective Allan Reddins in November 2024. Please be aware that the content may be disturbing or triggering for some viewers. Viewer discretion is strongly advised.
Meteorologist Ed Curran is tracking snow moving into the Chicago area.
The 39th president now heads to Plains, Georgia, where he will be laid to rest next to his wife of 77 years, Rosalynn.
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."
The hospital celebrated a century of caring for patients with a carnival on its campus on the Northwest Side.
Aftershocks along with lack of heavy machinery are complicating rescue efforts.
High temperatures will be in the 90s but feeling like 100 degrees and above starting Monday. The latest in First Alert Weather.
Detectives say both victims were approached by a group of five robbers who took their belongings by force.
Right next to the former John Hancock building, a group of community and business leaders gathered for the unveiling at East Delaware and Michigan Avenue.
Parade organizers have warned attendees to take steps to stay cool, as temperatures on Sunday will feel like the 90s.
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.
The pilot also told the responders he only had about 20 seconds to make a decision, so he saw the field and landed the plane there.
Chicago's 2026 Pride Parade steps off Sunday on the North Side. Before heading to the parade, here's what you need to know.
One person died after a crash involving an Illinois Department of Transportation vehicle on I-57 in the south Chicago suburbs early Saturday 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.
Seiya Suzuki and Michael Conforto also homered for the Cubs, who moved 6 1/2 games behind the NL Central-leading Brewers, who had won the first four meetings between the teams this season.
A lot of the work to make the new stadium iconic has already been completed or is well in progress, from the giant video board to the loads of food and drink options.
The White Sox earned their 17th one-run victory this season.
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.
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.
