Man charged with animal cruelty for allegedly beating pet rooster outside Joliet store
Witnesses at the scene reported that Arreola hit the rooster multiple times while trying to place the rooster into a shopping cart.
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Witnesses at the scene reported that Arreola hit the rooster multiple times while trying to place the rooster into a shopping cart.
The DuPage County State's Attorney has charged a Bloomingdale man with animal cruelty after they said he killed his son's emotional support dog.
Two parents have been arrested in Fox Lake, Illinois, after investigators found their children and pets living in squalor, and their father in possession of child pornography, police said.
More than two dozen dogs were removed from a home on Friday in the Chicago Lawn neighborhood, after police responded to a report of animal cruelty.
Indianapolis police are looking for the public's help after arresting a woman for animal cruelty and finding animal remains, as well as 13 live animals, in her rented van.
Indianapolis police are looking for the public's help after arresting a woman for animal cruelty and finding animal remains, as well as 13 live animals, in her rented van.
Chicago police have charged a 15-year-old boy with felony animal cruelty for killing a duck and a chicken at a home in the city.
Chicago police have charged a 15-year-old boy with felony animal cruelty for allegedly killing a duck and a chicken at a home in the city.
People waved, yelled, honked their horns, and did anything possible to help the dog in clear distress. But Illinois State Police said no one called 911.
A suspect was in custody Thursday night. Meanwhile, Charlie De Mar talked to the man who took the video and called police.
Damodaran had an active warrant for her arrest from the Chicago Police Department on animal cruelty charges, according to the Hillsborough County, Florida Seriff's office.
Anita Damodaran had an active warrant for her arrest from the Chicago Police Department on animal cruelty charges, according to the sheriff’s office.
Witnesses told police that three unknown males were abusing the coyote.
Gonzalez is due back in court on Nov. 18 for arraignment on the Aggravated Cruelty to Animals case.
Officials said the temperature that day rose to 92 degrees.
Andrew Ramos reports Indiana State Police announced charges against two men, Michael McHenry and Jessee Urbaszewki, for their roles in the heat-related deaths of nine German shepherds.
An update on the disturbing K9 death case that rocked Indiana last summer, launching an investigation as two men were charged in the case where nine dogs died, and officials said it could've been prevented.
During the year-long investigation, Indiana State Police got a similar truck and tried to re-create the conditions.
Thirteen months after nine dogs died in the back of a sweltering box truck, Indiana State Police just announced charges for both the driver and the owner of the truck.
Animal rights activists have vandalized a new portrait of King Charles III on display at a London gallery.
Ashley Burrell is charged with violating her animal owner duties. CBS 2's Sabrina Franza reports.
A total of 26 cats were found and rescued in Ashley Burrell's house on Hermitage Avenue Tuesday, and more were rescued a day later. CBS 2's Sabrina Franza reports.
"He's fantastic. He's working on his training. He's loving and sweet."
"The biggest thing right now for them is decompression. We're trying to socialize them the best we can but they need to calm down and realize they're in a safe place."
Christopher Dorado was seen in a video riding a horse at La Herradura de Joliet Rodeo in August.
Multiple police agencies are pursuing a car on I-294 through the north suburbs Wednesday morning.
Wisconsin lawmakers are taking a shot at expanding sports betting in the state.
A bid to halt the phase-out of Chicago's subminimum wage for tipped workers is expected to get a vote by the City Council on Wednesday, but Mayor Brandon Johnson is standing behind one of the first signature wins of his progressive agenda.
Chicago city employees cleared out a homeless encampment on the city's North Side this week.
The Trump administration has launched an investigation into the Illinois Department of Transportation over safety issues in the Chicago Transit Authority system.
A bid to halt the phase-out of Chicago's subminimum wage for tipped workers is expected to get a vote by the City Council on Wednesday, but Mayor Brandon Johnson is standing behind one of the first signature wins of his progressive agenda.
Illinois voters have now set the stage for November in the race to replace longtime U.S. Senator Dick Durbin.
President Trump on Wednesday temporarily eased a century-old law that limits shippers from transporting energy products around the U.S.
Margaret Croke declared victory in a four-way race in the Democratic primary for Illinois comptroller on Tuesday.
Pat Hynes won the Democratic primary for Cook County assessor on Tuesday, defeating incumbent Fritz Kaegi.
Tenants at a South Loop luxury high-rise that has been plagued with problems like broken elevators are vowing to fight five-day eviction notices.
It's become an annual March Madness tradition at CBS Chicago, pitting our city's best eateries in direct competition in a foodie bracket challenge. We did pizza, we've done Italian beef, we've done Chicago dogs. This year, we're taking flight with wings.
For Cook County residents hoping to lower their property tax bills, applications are open for exemptions.
Officials in the north Chicago suburb of Wilmette issued a warning Tuesday about scammers who are impersonating representatives of village departments.
The war with Iran is causing gas prices to surge, with motorists in Chicago and around the country guaranteed to feel the impact at the pump Monday morning.
A new Iowa law bans local nondiscrimination protections on the basis of gender identity after the state became the first in the U.S. to roll back its civil rights code last year.
Food containing norovirus may smell and taste normal but still cause serious illness if consumed, FDA warns.
Illinois Gov. JB Pritzker on Monday announced a $1.5 billion investment from biotherapeutics company CSL for a new plasma therapy manufacturing plant in Kanakee.
When a doctor was told there was no cure for his daughter's condition, he was motivated to transform not only her health, but the lives of thousands of others.
Ann & Robert H. Lurie Children's Hospital announced this week that it is planning to open a new pediatric hospital in the west Chicago suburb of Downers Grove.
Despite a rash of restaurant closures, veterans of the plant-based food business pushed back against prophecies of doom — and in one case argued that such closures notwithstanding, plant-based eating is only growing.
Two popular Chicago craft breweries – Half Acre Beer Co. and Maplewood Brewery & Distillery – announced on Tuesday they are merging to create a new "premier Chicago beverage company."
Illinois Gov. JB Pritzker on Monday announced a $1.5 billion investment from biotherapeutics company CSL for a new plasma therapy manufacturing plant in Kanakee.
Capital One is laying off more than 1,100 workers at the former Discover headquarters in north suburban Riverwoods.
A new development at the southeast corner of Chicago's East Lakeview community would clear away a medical office building and replace it with a residential high-rise.
The late Sister Jean has been honored with T-shirts, socks, and bobbleheads — and now her spirit lives on with a new documentary.
Legendary Chicago blues singer and guitarist Buddy Guy took the stage at the Oscars Sunday night, performing alongside the cast of "Sinners."
Amy Madigan, who won the Academy Award for Best Supporting Actress Sunday night, is the daughter of a newsman who helped shape CBS Chicago in the 1960s.
"One Battle After Another" took home several big awards, including Best Picture, Best Director and the newly created Best Casting.
The acclaimed filmmaker, who died in February at age 96, revolutionized the art of documentaries with such films as "Titicut Follies." In an interview recorded last year, the pioneering Wiseman talked about his unusual production methods aimed at capturing life.
The death toll is rising as the U.S. and Israel continue the war against Iran. On Wednesday, Israel announced the death of Iran's intelligence chief, prompting a vow of revenge from the Iranian regime, which launched several missiles at Israel.
A long and busy day is on tap at Chicago City Hall on Wednesday, as the City Council tackles several topics, including penalties for animal cruelty, pay increases for tipped workers, and a massive settlement in a fatal crash involving a police chase.
The U.S. Senate is debating the "Save America Act."
Sen. Markwayne Mullin is appearing before the Senate Homeland Security & Governmental Affairs Committee for a confirmation hearing, teeing up the Oklahoma Republican's nomination to replace embattled DHS Secretary Kristi Noem.
Wednesday marked the last day to help celebrate Lou Malnati’s 55th birthday with a special deal.
A University of Alabama student from the Chicago suburbs was reported missing while on a trip to Barcelona, Spain.
The decision comes after Tuesday's meeting, where the refinery said the United Steelworkers Union, which represents 900 workers at the refinery, rejected the company's revised offer.
Candidates for governor, U.S. Senate, U.S. House, and Cook County Board President were among the races on the ballot in the 2026 Illinois primary election on Tuesday.
The 2026 Illinois primary results in the race for governor set up a rematch between Gov. JB Pritzker and his 2022 Republican challenger Darren Bailey.
Multiple police agencies are pursuing a car on I-294 through the north suburbs Wednesday morning.
Have you ever walked into a business with no employees? You may soon; autonomous businesses are becoming more popular.
Streets were left pooled with rainwater, and homes flooded after Sunday night's storms. Residents say there is one clear solution
Attorneys for the family of a woman killed in a crash during a high-speed police chase in 2017 say officers involved failed to activate their body cameras or turned them off during the pursuit.
A new specialized unit is being created to prosecute domestic violence homicides in Cook County, as these killings surged 15% last year, even as overall violent crime declined across Chicago.
After a year of water bill complaints in Lisle, Illinois, the village board is officially moving forward with a plan to review those issues and possibly have the village take over for the private utility that supplies water to part of the village.
Wisconsin lawmakers are taking a shot at expanding sports betting in the state.
Minnesota forward Nick Foligno received a warm welcome in his first game against Chicago since he was acquired in a March 6 trade with the Blackhawks.
With the game tied going into the 9th, Eugenio Suárez smacked a double into left-center field to score pinch runner Javier Sonoja for what would prove to be the winning run.
Matas Buzelis led the Bulls with 29 points, including five 3-pointers.
The top 16 seeds in the 68-team women's NCAA field will host first- and second-round games, with the regional rounds being played at two neutral sites for the fourth straight year.
A man from Chicago's northwest suburbs stood charged Tuesday with leaving the scene of a crash and driving drunk, after authorities said he hit a pedestrian overnight near Barrington, Illinois.
A man stood charged Tuesday in two separate shootings that wounded a Chicago police sergeant and a 63-year-old woman in the Pullman and Roseland neighborhoods this past weekend.
Jurors delivered their verdict Monday in the trial of Kouri Richins, a Utah mother accused of murdering her husband and later publishing a children's book about grief.
A suspect Is in custody after one person was killed and another was critically injured in a stabbing on Sunday morning at a home in Merrillville, Indiana.
A man was critically injured after he was shot while driving in Chicago's West Humboldt Park neighborhood Sunday night.
