Alarm In Mount Greenwood After 2 Paintball Attacks In Broad Daylight
Two people were attacked with a paintball gun in broad daylight this week in Mount Greenwood.
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Video Shows Armed Suspects Attacking Man In Mount Greenwood Subway Restaurant Before Taking His Keys In Carjacking
Police on Tuesday released surveillance video of three suspects wanted in a carjacking at a Subway restaurant in Mount Greenwood this past weekend.
Carjackers Target 2 Victims Within An Hour In Mount Greenwood, Beverly
Police issued a community alert Sunday about two carjackings in Mount Greenwood and Beverly that are believed to be related.
At Least One Suspect Captured After Police Are Led On Pursuit From Far South Side To Dolton
A suspect was captured Tuesday night after a wild police chase through Chicago and into the south suburbs.
Search On For 2 Suspects Who Police Say Killed 74-Year-Old Man, Burned His Body In Fernwood
Police on Monday were hoping surveillance video would help catch a pair behind a September murder in the Fernwood neighborhood.
Person Shot Multiple Times While Driving On Bishop Ford Freeway
A person was shot while driving on the Bishop Ford Freeway Sunday evening, Illinois State Police said.
Police: Driver Dead, 2 Other Teens Hospitalized When SUV Flees Police, Plows Into House In Fernwood
A teenage driver is dead, and two other teens were injured, after a sport-utility vehicle fleeing police crashed plowed into a house in the Far South Side's Fernwood neighborhood Thursday night.
Street Named For Blair Holt, Teen Slain Shielding Friend From Gunfire
Blair Holt, 16, was killed 10 years ago Wednesday when he protected a friend as a gunman opened fire on a crowded CTA bus.
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Wear your favorite green T-shirts and celebrate St. Patrick's Day in a big way with these family-friendly events in Chicago.
Man Killed In Pullman Crash
A semi and a car crashed at 103rd Street and Woodlawn Avenue about 12:25 a.m., police News Affairs Officer Ron Gaines said.
Man Charged With Stealing His Car From Police Impound
A South Side man was arrested over the weekend, after breaking into a police impound, and driving off in his car, which had been seized after a previous traffic stop.
Driver Charged In Roseland Crash That Injured 5
James Pugh, of the 1400 block of West 115th Street, has been charged with two felony counts of aggravated fleeing; and five various misdemeanor counts including DUI, driving on a suspended license, marijuana possession, and criminal damage to property.
Teen Arrested, Charged With Murder In Robbery Of Off-Duty Cop
A 17-year-old has been charged as an adult with murder, in connection with the robbery of an off-duty Cook County Sheriff's sergeant Monday night that left another suspect dead.
Off-Duty Sheriff's Officer Kills Armed Robber
Shortly before 10 p.m., the off-duty sergeant was pumping gas at a Citgo near 103rd and Cottage Grove, when three men approached, and one of them pointed a gun at the officer.
Search Resumes For Suspect In Washington Heights Attacks
Police have resumed searching for a man suspected of raping two women and a teenage girl in Washington Heights early Wednesday, and hiding in another girl's closet, after determining a "person of interest" they were questioning was not responsible for the crimes.
Chainsaw Attack Victim Forgives Friend, But Won't Forget
Preston Smith said he didn't see it coming when Anthony Metcalf, his friend and neighbor of 30 years, slashed his hand with a chainsaw early Wednesday.
Man Arrested After Allegedly Attacking Friend With Chainsaw
A 50-year-old man accused of attacking his longtime friend and neighbor with a chainsaw was taken into custody overnight.
Man Attacks Neighbor With Chainsaw In Washington Heights
The two men – who have been neighbors for about 30 years – were arguing around 1 a.m. near 103rd and Carpenter streets when one of them picked up a chainsaw.
Despondent Firefighter May Have Been Seeking 'Suicide By Cop' Death
A man was critically wounded in a police-involved shooting on the Far South Side on Thursday afternoon.
CTA Bus Driver Critically Hurt In Crash With Dump Truck
A CTA bus driver was critically hurt and had to be cut out of a wreck when a bus collided with a dump truck and two other vehicles on the Far South Side Wednesday night.
Auto Pound Fire Prompts HazMat Response
A fire at a city auto pound prompted a HazMat response in the South Deering neighborhood on the South Side on Tuesday morning.
No Charges For Driver Who Hit Boy On I-57
A driver who hit a boy on Interstate 57 Sunday afternoon is not facing any charges.
Boy, 11, In Coma After Being Hit By Car On I-57
An 11-year-old boy suffered major head injuries and was in a coma after being hit by a car Sunday afternoon on I-57 in the Far South Side Washington Heights neighborhood, according to Illinois State Police.
Pregnant Woman Sues After Police Used Stun Gun On Her
A 30-year-old pregnant woman filed suit Thursday after officers used a stun gun on her during an argument with police earlier this month.
Police Use Stun Gun On Pregnant Woman In Dispute Over Ticket
Chicago Police and the Independent Police Review Authority are investigating, after an officer used a stun gun on a pregnant woman, after she tore up a parking ticket during an argument with police in the Roseland neighborhood.
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Oakland school shooting involving multiple gunmen injures 6 adults; 2 critical
A shooting involving multiple gunmen at a school campus in Oakland injured at least six adults Wednesday afternoon.
Live Updates: Hurricane Ian makes landfall in Florida as powerful Category 4 storm
Southwestern Florida reporting widespread power outages and flooding as Ian arrives.
Coolio, "Gangsta's Paradise" rapper, dead at 59
Coolio, born Artis Leon Ivey Jr., the Compton-based rapper known for "Gangsta's Paradise," and other 90s hip-hop anthems died at 59 on Wednesday.
Lawsuit by Highland Park shooting survivors models prior effort by Sandy Hook families
Attorneys said the strategy in this case mirrors one used in Connecticut, brought by families in the Sandy Hook massacre.
Northwestern University releases designs for smaller, privately funded Ryan Field
Designs call for a smaller stadium and more 'intimate' experience for fans, the university said.
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PainKiller: Unraveling the dark mystery of the Tylenol Murders 40 years later
The case begins with a 12-year-old Elk Grove Village girl who wakes up with a cold. The pattern of horror only grew worse from there.
Man charged with trying to kidnap woman in West Loop, attacking two other women in South Loop
Quavon Ewing, 32, is charged with one count of attempted kidnapping by force or threat of force, and two counts of aggravated battery in a public place.
Bill Plante, legendary CBS News White House correspondent, has died at 84
The award-winning CBS News correspondent was one of the longest-serving White House broadcast journalists in history.
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Southwestern Florida reporting widespread power outages and flooding as Ian arrives.
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PainKiller: Unraveling the dark mystery of the Tylenol Murders 40 years later
The case begins with a 12-year-old Elk Grove Village girl who wakes up with a cold. The pattern of horror only grew worse from there.
3 members of Janus family died in 1982, and pain has passed on to generations
"It's hard for me to live," said Joe Janus, who lost two brothers and a sister-in-law. "But I still got my daughter, my son, my grandchildren. I've got to live for them."
Tylenol murders 40 years later: who have investigators identified as suspects or persons of interest?
Authorities examined thousands of leads in connection with the poisonings, but never made an arrest. However, a few people investigators considered key suspects or persons of interest were identified publicly.
CTA places real-time security monitors in all 'L' stations -- what impact could it have?
Experts who study crime trends said it is less about whether these cameras actually solve crimes, and more about whether or not they make riders feel safer.
State grants have been held up for businesses decimated by looting in 2020
Two years after the launch of the program, CBS 2 Political Investigator Dana Kozlov found out only a small fraction of those millions have been given out.
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Bill Plante, legendary CBS News White House correspondent, has died at 84
The award-winning CBS News correspondent was one of the longest-serving White House broadcast journalists in history.
Some say Illinois Workers' Rights Amendment would empower workers, others say it would cost state
Giving Illinois workers the constitutional right to unionize is now Amendment No. 1 on the November ballot.
State grants have been held up for businesses decimated by looting in 2020
Two years after the launch of the program, CBS 2 Political Investigator Dana Kozlov found out only a small fraction of those millions have been given out.
Pediatrician who survived Highland Park parade massacre going to Washington to call for assault weapons ban
They are survivors from 12 mass shootings — hundreds of people on Thursday will gather in Washington, D.C. to push law makers to federally ban assault weapons.
Judge halts enforcement of Indiana's new ban on abortions
The injunction was sought by abortion clinic operators who argued in a lawsuit that the state constitution protects access to the medical procedure.
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Berwyn woman unwittingly rents apartment out on Vrbo to scammer who dupes apartment seekers
"The fact that this happened in my home makes me feel completely terrible," said Dominika Opaczynska.
Uber expands Comfort Electric option to Chicago, 14 more cities
Uber users in Chicago now have the option to request a ride in a premium electric vehicle; like a Tesla, Polestar, or Ford Mustang Mach-E.
Freight train worker strike could cause supply chain crisis as well as halt commuter trains
The trains that might stop running carry everything from the food on your dinner table to this year's Halloween costume.
State of Illinois to set aside $300 million to help those struggling to pay energy bills
Help is on the way for Illinois families struggling to pay their electric bill – to the tune of $300 million.
Mail thieves strike in Norridge and Harwood Heights, leaving at least 40 victims
New video released Tuesday shows a thief swiping letters from a blue mailbox in the northwest suburbs.
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Suburban woman using her own struggle with infertility to get other Black women talking
"I can't believe this is something so common, but yet something not talked about, and especially in the Black community," Kenisha Leak said.
City preparations underway for return of Riot Fest to Douglass Park
The city's Public Health Dept. is also warning festival-goers to test their drugs for fentanyl before using.
IDPH: Therapeutic COVID-19 treatments have kept 8,600 people out of hospital in Illinois in past four months
Illinois health officials say new data show COVID-19 treatments are working.
Still need your COVID-19 vaccine? Chicago will pay you to get the jab
The reason behind the booster push: only 38% of people in Chicago are fully vaccinated and boosted.
Legionnaires' disease cluster linked to cooling tower at church in Burbank
The church is fully cooperating with efforts to remediate the cooling tower, and is also notifying congregants.
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Southwest, United flight attendants picket in Chicago; expert says they have a lot of leverage
It has been a brutal pandemic for the airline industry and this summer — wasn't much better — with massive cancelations and weather issues.
Advocates call for more equity in Illinois recreational cannabis industry
The activists said the state needs to cut red tape and lower barriers to entry.
Pilsen couple serves up success at Malinche Coffee & Tea House, with guidance from local non-profit
"You just gotta follow the passion and you gotta be tough," café owner Hector Aguille said.
Get a taste of Latin American culture during Latin Restaurant Week in Chicago
"We have over 35 participating restaurants, and what they've done for you guys is create a delectable, delicious special to entice you guys to go visit them," said Karinn Andréa Chavarria, co-founder of Latin Restaurant Week.
City, state leaders hope planned innovation center, Accenture Tower will bring workers back
Chicago city and Illinois state leaders are hoping their announcement of two new building projects will lure Chicago workers back downtown in person.
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Northwestern University releases designs for smaller, privately funded Ryan Field
Designs call for a smaller stadium and more 'intimate' experience for fans, the university said.
Chicago Bears' Justin Fields says he's trying to learn from early season struggles
Fields himself said he played like "trash" during the team's 23-20 win over the Houston Texans.
Bears icon Dick Butkus has some fun with the team's official Twitter account
Butkus, now 79, played for the Bears from 1965 until 1973.
Lance Lynn gives up 4 runs, 10 hits as White Sox lose to Twins
The Sox struck out 14 times in the game.
Stroman, Gomes power Cubs past struggling Phillies
The Cubs (68-86) won for the sixth time in seven games.
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Coolio, "Gangsta's Paradise" rapper, dead at 59
Coolio, born Artis Leon Ivey Jr., the Compton-based rapper known for "Gangsta's Paradise," and other 90s hip-hop anthems died at 59 on Wednesday.
How did a Plainfield family get a Max from 'Stranger Things' Halloween decoration to float?
We've watched it over and over again on TikTok like millions of people online, and yet, we can't figure out how any of it is possible.
'Reeling: The Chicago LGBTQ+ Film Festival' begins 40th annual event
The fest continues through Oct. 8.
As Riot Fest begins, new proposal would make it harder for such events to use public space
Riot Fest has been in Douglass Park in the North Lawndale neighborhood for six years.
Chicago jazz legend Ramsey Lewis dies at age 87
Lewis grew up in the Cabrini Green housing project. He started taking piano lessons at a young age and played piano at church, where his father was choir director.
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Sept. 15, 1984: CBS 2’s Mike Parker talks with James Lewis after extortion sentencing
James Lewis was convicted of writing an extortion letter to the manufacturers of Tylenol in the midst of the poisoning 1982 murders. CBS 2’s Mike Parker talked with Lewis after he was sentenced to prison. Lewis has never been charged in the actual murders and says here he did not commit them.
Sept. 29, 1983: The lingering nightmare of the Tylenol murders, one year later
The Tylenol poisoning murders that killed seven people in the Chicago area in the fall of 1982 remained a lingering nightmare for many Chicagoans a full year later. CBS 2's I.J. Hudson reports.
Nov. 5, 1982: Kevin Masterson eyed in Tylenol poisoning murders
Kevin Masterson was eyed in the murders in part because he had a grudge against the Jewel grocery store chain. CBS 2’s Phil Ponce reports.
Lawsuit by Highland Park shooting survivors models prior effort by Sandy Hook families
A lawsuit filed by survivors of the Highland Park July 4 parade shooting is based on a strategy brought by victims of a previous mass shooting.
James Lewis and his upbringing in rural Carl Junction, Missouri
In this 1982 file clip, CBS 2’s Terry Anzur reports on James Lewis’ upbringing in Carl Junction, Missouri. At the time, Lewis was the hottest lead in the Tylenol murder case, though he has never been charged with or convicted of that crime.
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