Police release photo of gunman wanted in Albany Park murder
Police on Thursday also released photos of a car that is believed to be involved in a shooting that left a man dead in Albany Park last week.
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Police seek getaway car in Albany Park shooting that killed Michael Conrad
Police on Thursday released photos of a car that is believed to be involved in a shooting that left a man dead in Albany Park last week.
Albany Park residents worry about rash of shootings in the area
"We're really worried because we have our kids and we walk around."
6 dead, 18 wounded in weekend shootings in Chicago
At least six people were killed and 18 others wounded in shootings across the city as of Sunday.
Man dies after shooting, roll over crash in Albany Park
One person is dead after a shooting and roll-over crash in the Albany Park neighborhood.
Man dead after being shot, flipping car over in Albany Park
The victim fled in his own car, but went on to hit multiple parked cars and flip over.
Albany Park man thought he wouldn't walk again after shooting
An Albany Park neighborhood man was shot four times on his way home from work in a seemingly random attack. CBS 2's Sabrina Franza reports.
'It can still happen to you:' Albany Park man shot four times in legs while trying to park car
An Albany Park neighborhood man was shot four times on his way home from work in a seemingly random attack.
2 men found shot, 1 dead in Albany Park
Two men were found shot in the Albany Park neighborhood Saturday morning.
Man shot, wounded in car in broad daylight in Albany Park
The victim as struck once in the right arm.
68-year-old woman shot in the arm while walking in Albany Park
A car was also hit by gunfire in the 4500 block of North Central Park Avenue.
Woman, 68, shot in arm in Albany Park
A vehicle headed south on the same block was also struck by gunfire, but the two people in the vehicle were not shot.
No evidence that recent fires in Albany Park are connected, Fire Department says
Chicago's Albany Park community has seen multiple dramatic and devastating fires in recent weeks, but the Office of Fire Investigations said there is no evidence that the fires are in any way connected.
Cause remains under investigation for Albany Park discount furniture store fire
While there has been some concern that the recent fires in Albany Park might be related, the Office of Fire Investigations says that is not the case.
Police warning businesses of recent burglaries in Albany Park
Police issue an alert on Thursday of burglaries in the Albany Park area.
Woman Whose Body Was Found In SUV In Albany Park Was Shot And Killed
A woman whose body was found in a sport-utility vehicle in Albany Park this week had been shot and killed, authorities said Saturday.
Extra-Alarm Fire Sweeps Through Church Building In Albany Park
This was the third major fire in Albany Park in as many days.
Gary Carlson, Owner Of Apartment Building That Burned Along With 2 Businesses In Albany Park, Had 72 Housing Court Cases Pending Against Him
The owner of an apartment building that was gutted by fire along with two popular businesses in Albany Park on Monday had 72 active Housing Court cases pending against him – including one for the very building that burned, the Mayor's office said.
Firefighter Injured After Falling Through Floor During Fire In Vacant Apartment Building In Albany Park
The cause of the fire is under investigation.
Extra-Alarm Fire In Albany Park Destroys Twisted Hippo Brewery, Ultimate Ninjas Gym, Apartment Building
A massive fire early Monday morning in the Albany Park neighborhood destroyed two businesses and an apartment building, injuring one person and leaving several others homeless.
Apartment Building That Burned In Albany Park Monday Morning Had History Of Violations
The Chicago Fire Department late Monday had not released a cause for a fire that swept through an apartment building and destroyed two popular businesses nearby in Albany Park.
Shots Fired At Off-Duty Chicago Firefighter While Driving In Ravenswood Manor
Shots were fired at an off-duty Chicago firefighter while he was driving in Ravenswood Manor early Wednesday morning.
Families At Volta Elementary In Albany Park Call For Change Amid Shootings In Area, Concerns About Unsafe Playground
Some parents just want a safe place for their kids to play, and you'd think a school would fit the bill. Sadly, the parents from the Albany Park community say it does not, and they want that to change.
Police Issue Alert For Businesses In Jefferson Park And Albany Park
Police are warning commercial businesses Thursday of recent burglaries in Jefferson Park and Albany Park.
State Lawmaker Frustrated With Violent Crime In Albany Park After Bullet Narrowly Misses 7-Year-Old Girl Who Was Doing Her Homework; 'It Is A War Zone'
Illinois State Rep. Jaime Andrade (D-Chicago) said he gets calls about shootings in the Albany Park area daily.
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Off-duty sheriff's deputy shoots man who fired shots in Millennium Park, fled onto party boat
The deputy was working a side job as a security officer at the time of the incident, according to a sheriff's office spokesperson.
2 killed, 7 injured in mass shooting downtown; suspect in custody
A suspect is in custody after two people were killed and seven others were injured during a mass shooting downtown Thursday night.
Mom of teen wounded in downtown mass shooting heard the gunfire; "he got shot nine times"
"My baby could've died in my hands. I just told him, 'Just stay up. Just talk to mommy.' Me and the officer said, 'Just keep saying your birthday.' He's been up ever since," Kimberly Saunders said.
Suspected gunman in downtown mass shooting was wanted on warrant for previous gun charges
Charges are pending against the 21-year-old suspect Friday night.
Mass shooting on Near North Side was part of a growing trend in Chicago
The troubling reality is mass shootings like this are skyrocketing in Chicago compared to the rest of the country.
Riding along with private security patrolling Bucktown; "There's safety in numbers"
Officials said the officers provide an extra set of eyes and ears for the neighborhood and can help police by reporting information in real time.
Chicago First Alert Weather: scattered showers and storms through overnight
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CPS data breach exposes records of tens of thousands of students and staff
As a precaution, CPS is offering parents a free year of credit monitoring for all of the three major credit agencies.
Illinois' Kofi Cockburn works out at NBA Draft Combine
He's one of the biggest players in the draft, at 7 feet and 293 pounds, but his lack of an outside game might leave him left out on draft night, and longing a bit for the old NBA game.
Cubs unveil Ferguson Jenkins statue at Wrigley Field
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City Council Public Safety Committee backs Mayor Lightfoot's new citywide curfew for teens
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'This is their second home': Englewood organization awarded huge grant towards youth violence prevention initiatives
An Englewood organization receives a big financial boost in its mission to keep children off the street.
Rojas hits 3 home runs, Diamondbacks outslug Cubs in HR derby 10-6
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First vote on Chicago casino plan delayed, amid ongoing questions from aldermen
"We feel very confident that we have the votes to make sure that this gets over the hurdle," Mayor Lightfoot said.
Rare northern Michigan twister kills 1, injures more than 40
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The Night Ministry transforming lives of city's homeless by bringing services directly to them
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Police search for 3 suspects in CTA Brown Line robbery in the Loop
Police are searching for three people who robbed a passenger on the Brown Line in the Loop.
University of Chicago men's, women's tennis teams rank No. 1 in their region for first time
For the first time in school history, both teams are ranked number one in their region in Division III.
McDonald's at State and Chicago shut down over hazardous electrical conditions
The McDonald's location at Chicago and State Street is still shut down.
Chicago First Alert Weather; Wind advisory for some areas through 7 p.m.
According to the National Weather Service, southwest winds of 20 to 30 mph are expected, with gusts of up to 45 mph.
Pennsylvania, North Carolina, Kentucky, Idaho and Oregon primary results
CBS News projects Chuck Edwards will win the GOP nomination in North Carolina's 11th Congressional District, defeating incumbent Rep. Madison Cawthorn.
Bill to help baby formula shortage on President Biden's desk
A bill to ease the baby formula shortage is now on President Biden's desk after the Senate approved it Thursday night.
Naperville high school senior receives big grant for her work in the community
A bit of suspense at Metea Valley High School in Naperville Friday.
Protest planned for 13-year-old shot by police while fleeing suspected stolen vehicle
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Chicago First Alert Weather: Thunderstorms Friday afternoon and evening
Storm chances are on the way.
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Off-duty sheriff's deputy shoots man who fired shots in Millennium Park, fled onto party boat
The deputy was working a side job as a security officer at the time of the incident, according to a sheriff's office spokesperson.
2 killed, 7 injured in mass shooting downtown; suspect in custody
A suspect is in custody after two people were killed and seven others were injured during a mass shooting downtown Thursday night.
Mom of teen wounded in downtown mass shooting heard the gunfire; "he got shot nine times"
"My baby could've died in my hands. I just told him, 'Just stay up. Just talk to mommy.' Me and the officer said, 'Just keep saying your birthday.' He's been up ever since," Kimberly Saunders said.
Suspected gunman in downtown mass shooting was wanted on warrant for previous gun charges
Charges are pending against the 21-year-old suspect Friday night.
Mass shooting on Near North Side was part of a growing trend in Chicago
The troubling reality is mass shootings like this are skyrocketing in Chicago compared to the rest of the country.
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Mass shooting on Near North Side was part of a growing trend in Chicago
The troubling reality is mass shootings like this are skyrocketing in Chicago compared to the rest of the country.
Eleventh contempt of court order issued against DCFS Director Marc Smith
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Park Ridge man says failures by Post Office cost him opportunity to run for state Senate as write-in
Michael Walters thought he did everything right.
CBS 2 Chicago wins four regional Edward R. Murrow Awards
CBS 2 Chicago won four regional Edward R. Murrow awards, the most of any station.
Red Cross looking for volunteers to install smoke detectors
This week alone, the Red Cross has helped 132 victims in Chicago and the suburbs after house fires.
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City Council Public Safety Committee backs Mayor Lightfoot's new citywide curfew for teens
The City Council Public Safety Committee voted 14-3 on Friday to approve the one hour rollback of the curfew hours on weekends, as well as to expand the city's curfew to include 17-year-olds.
First vote on Chicago casino plan delayed, amid ongoing questions from aldermen
"We feel very confident that we have the votes to make sure that this gets over the hurdle," Mayor Lightfoot said.
Pennsylvania, North Carolina, Kentucky, Idaho and Oregon primary results
CBS News projects Chuck Edwards will win the GOP nomination in North Carolina's 11th Congressional District, defeating incumbent Rep. Madison Cawthorn.
Aldermen back more than $16M in settlements for two more lawsuits against Chicago police
One of the lawsuits involves one of four men wrongfully convicted for a 1992 double murder. That case has now cost Chicago taxpayers more than $43 million in verdicts and settlements.
Biden to invoke Defense Production Act to address baby formula shortage
Suppliers will be required to give resources to infant formula plants before sending to other customers.
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Demand rises for donated breast milk amid baby formula shortage
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Baby formula shortage still leaves families desperate, especially those restricted by federal WIC program rules
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Abbott to resume production of baby formula at Sturgis, Michigan plant after recall
Abbott Nutrition said after its plant in Sturgis, Michigan gets back in operation, product could be back on shelves in six to eight weeks, subject to approval by the Food and Drug Administration.
Chicago gas prices hit new record, at more than $5 per gallon
According to AAA, the average price of a gallon of regular unleaded gasoline is $5.12 as of Tuesday morning.
Parents desperate, searching for options amid persistent nationwide baby formula shortage
Parents are struggling to keep up with the nationwide shortage of baby formula – with several retailers now limiting how much you can buy. So what do you do if you can't find any?
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FDA clears COVID-19 booster shot for healthy kids ages 5 to 11
There is one more hurdle: The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention must decide whether to formally recommend the booster for this age group.
Abbott baby formula plant could reopen in two weeks
Sturgis plant will reopen soon as nationwide out-of-stock levels of baby formula rise above 40%.
COVID-19 reaches 'high' community risk level in Evanston
The Evanston Department of Health and Human Service reported 397 new COVID-19 cases over the last seven days – up from 305 the prior week.
Advocate Aurora Health merging with Charlotte-based Atrium Health
Advocate Aurora Health will be merging with Atrium Health.
CPS launches 'Please Stay' campaign to promote mental health and prevent teen suicides
Chicago Public Schools has become the first school district in the nation to launch a new anti-suicide campaign created by Lady Gaga's Born This Way foundation.
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City Council committee to vote on Chicago casino plan, which has some neighbors thinking of selling condos and leaving
There is still a push from nearby residents to stop the billon-dollar Bally's project that is planned for the Chicago Tribune Freedom Center site in River West.
Crime and chaos downtown and beyond are keeping tourists away from Chicago
Such events as the chaos downtown that led to a deadly shooting right in the middle of Millennium Park have led people to cancel trips, meetings, and events in Chicago because they don't feel safe.
Carvana tower in Skokie put on hold after Illinois suspends dealer's state license
The village of Skokie is telling Carvana it cannot build a proposed 14-story car vending tower, just three months after the project won approval from village trustees.
FTX cryptocurrency exchange opens new headquarters in Chicago
Mayor Lori Lightfoot helped cut the ribbon Tuesday morning to open the official U.S. headquarters of FTX, a Bahamas-based cryptocurrency exchange.
Bally's unveils further plans for Chicago casino; some aldermen say it's being pushed through too fast
The city did not conduct a new safety study to determine how crime would be impacted by a casino - in hopes of getting the casino up and generating revenue quickly.
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Illinois' Kofi Cockburn works out at NBA Draft Combine
He's one of the biggest players in the draft, at 7 feet and 293 pounds, but his lack of an outside game might leave him left out on draft night, and longing a bit for the old NBA game.
Cubs unveil Ferguson Jenkins statue at Wrigley Field
The Hall of Famer, considered the best pitcher in Cubs history, joins Ernie Banks, Billy Williams, and Ron Santo to be immortalized along Gallagher Way.
Rojas hits 3 home runs, Diamondbacks outslug Cubs in HR derby 10-6
With a strong wind blowing out on a warm afternoon, the teams combined to clear the brick walls 11 times — the Diamondbacks connected for seven homers.
University of Chicago men's, women's tennis teams rank No. 1 in their region for first time
For the first time in school history, both teams are ranked number one in their region in Division III.
Cubs lose to Diamondbacks, drop second straight
Zac Gallen pitched five effective innings, Daulton Varsho homered and the Arizona Diamondbacks beat the Cubs on Thursday night.
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CBS unveils 2022-2023 primetime lineup
CBS announced its 2022-2023 primetime programming lineup of CBS Originals, featuring four new dramas and more.
Dave Chappelle attacked by armed man while onstage in L.A.
The controversial comic laughed off the incident after being tackled, and video appeared to show the person who charged him being beaten onstage.
Naomi Judd, Grammy-winning singer, has died at 76
"We lost our beautiful mother to the disease of mental illness," the Judd sisters said on social media.
'Jersey Boys' is returning to a Chicago stage next week
The new national tour of "Jersey Boys" opens next week at the Cadillac Palace Theatre, celebrating the music of the Frankie Valli and the Four Seasons.
Lollapalooza announces daily lineup; single-day tickets now on sale
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Chicago First Alert Weather: Storms and falling temperatures overnight
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Only On 2: Riding along with private security patrolling Bucktown
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Mass shooting on Near North Side was part of a growing trend in Chicago
The mass shooting Thursday night on the Near North Side continues a troubling trend that's been years in the making in Chicago. CBS 2 Investigator Dave Savini digs deeper into the numbers to show you why this year might be even more dangerous.
New video shows chaotic scene of mass shooting on Near North Side
Video circulating on social media shows more the moments as more than two dozen bullets were blasted into a crowd of people on the Near North Side on Thursday night, killing two people and wounding seven others.
Gunman jumps on party boat trying to escape after opening fire in Millennium Park
An off-duty Cook County Sheriff's deputy shot a man who fired a gun at Millennium Park on Friday night, and then ran to the Chicago River, where he hopped on a party boat trying to escape.
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