Family of man shot and killed by Kane County Sheriff's deputies files lawsuit
The lawsuit claims James Moriarty already had been subdued by a police dog before officers shot and killed him.
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The lawsuit claims James Moriarty already had been subdued by a police dog before officers shot and killed him.
Authorities said Nicholas Novak fired a shotgun at police at the end of a chase from Plano to Aurora, after already having shot and killed his father.
Local Body found in Fox River in Oswego is missing Aurora, Illinois man Lorenzo Morales chicago By Sara Tenenbaum April 22, 2025 / 2:26 PM CDT / CBS Chicago Oswego police said a body found in the Fox River Monday evening is a 35-year-old man missing from Aurora, Illinois.
Oswego police said a body found in the Fox River Monday evening has been identified as a 35-year-old man missing from Aurora, Illinois.
Do you recognize this man? The FBI is seeking the public's help in locating a man wanted in a bank robbery in Aurora on Monday afternoon.
The FBI is looking for a man wanted for robbing a bank in west suburban Aurora Monday afternoon.
The Kane County State's Attorney will not be filing charges against the officers involved in a 2023 police chase that left an Aurora man and a K-9 officer dead.
Political Reporter Chris Tye reports on the Aurora race and other contests around the Chicago suburbs — including Orland Park, Arlington Heights, Evanston, and Waukegan.
Laesch has said he wants to lower debt in the city; invest in green energy; and improve street lights, curbs and water lines.
Political Reporter Chris Tye breaks down the races in Arlington Heights, Aurora, and Orland Park, Illinois.
In northwest suburban Arlington Heights, three-term Mayor Tom Hayes did not run for a fourth term. Instead, voters picked village trustee Jim Tinaglia.
Here is a breakdown of some high-profile races.
While there are no contests in Chicago, Tuesday is Election Day in many suburbs. Political Reporter Chris Tye has a breakdown of some of the high-profile races.
The tickets for Wednesday's midday drawing were sold at Navkar Food Inc. at 69 W. Washington St. in Chicago and Mariano's at 3025 E. New York St. in Aurora.
Next Tuesday, voters in Aurora, Illinois, will decide who will lead the state's second-largest city for the next four years.
Aurora is known as the City of Lights, and a chat with both candidates illuminated one thing — there is no love lost between them. Political Reporter Chris Tye reports.
Christopher Lepe, 19, was shot and killed by Aurora police early on the morning of Wednesday of last week.
Christopher Lepe, 19, was shot and killed by Aurora police early on the morning of Wednesday of last week, after police said he dragged an officer from his car in nearby Geneva.
Meanwhile, police released new photos that appear to show the man armed with a gun.
Meanwhile, police released new photos that appear to show the man, Christopher Lepe, armed with a gun. Marissa Sulek reports.
A man was shot a killed by police in Aurora, Illinois, after earlier dragging a police officer from his car in nearby Geneva early Wednesday morning.
A Geneva police officer was investigating a driver who appeared to be intoxicated when the driver fled the scene, dragging the officer from his car.
Dominick, a former member of Cicero Police Department, has been on the job 20 years.
Town President Larry Dominick won a sixth term in the mayoral election in the near western suburb on Tuesday, while incumbent Richard Irvin and challenger John Laesch are advancing in Aurora. Political Reporter Chris Tye reports.
Primary elections are also under way in Cicero and Aurora, among other municipalities. Political Reporter Chris Tye reports.
The driver was later taken into custody, and police said charges are pending.
The funeral for veteran Chicago firefighter Capt. David Meyer is being held in Niles, Illinois, Tuesday morning.
The teens told police two people fired shots from inside a red SUV.
A semi-truck and a sedan were involved in the crash just before 4 a.m.
The 6-foot-7-inch sophomore was the Golden Bears' leading scorer last season and is a former McDonald's All-American.
The new tone Pritzker has struck has led some to believe a presidential run is indeed in the offing.
Trump's ratings on economy are lower, but his deportation plan keeps majority support.
FBI Director Kash Patel announced Judge Hannah Dugan's arrest in an X post that has been deleted.
Sen. Durbin spoke from his home in the state capital of Springfield, where he announced his first senate run back in 1995.
Before being elected to the U.S. Senate, Durbin served seven terms in the U.S. House of Representatives — winning his first election to Congress in 1982.
Thomas McPeek placed stacks and stacks of bets last year — complicated wagers on football called parlays, where several events all have to happen for the gambler to win.
Back in February, Heather Radin had planned to give only $10 to someone she thought was really in need. She is out $5,000.
The iconic Chicago chain known for its hot dogs and Italian beef sandwiches launched its brand new breakfast offerings in five restaurants Tuesday morning.
The application website is expected to open this summer.
Johnsonville, LCC is recalling over 22,600 pounds of cheddar bratwurst in 10 states, including Minnesota and Wisconsin.
Officials said the case is the only case in Illinois of which they are aware at this time.
The program involves a new text and chat support line — aimed at helping younger people who prefer digital communication.
Amanda Nelson is carrying a child who is not genetically hers for people she didn't know.
Some states want to block SNAP recipients from using benefits to buy sugary foods as part of the "make America healthy again" movement.
The CDC is now struggling to keep up with requests for support from states with measles outbreaks.
The owner of Timeless Toys said he was forced to buy $200,000 worth of toys due to the trade war between the world's two largest economies.
Tinaglia said he supports a new Bears stadium in Arlington Heights, but the franchise and the village need to come to an agreement on common goals.
The Supreme Court appears to be leaning toward a Catholic charitable organization pushing back against the state of Wisconsin in the latest religious rights case to come before the court.
Notably in St. Louis, hometown company Anheuser-Busch ended a 30-year partnership. Bud Light is also a top sponsor of Chicago pride events — and there may be a change there too.
Singleton will be the first to tell you her success is not a solo act.
First-time nominees Chubby Checker, Joe Cocker and Bad Company will also be inducted into the Rock & Roll Hall of Fame.
Cynthia Erivo, Janelle Monáe and Grace Jones, and Kygo are among this year's performances in Highland Park from June 6 to Aug. 31.
"Grey's Anatomy" and "Euphoria" star Eric Dane said he is still able to work and will return to the HBO drama.
Jay North, who starred on TV's "Dennis the Menace" for four seasons starting in 1959, has died.
Nintendo has announced a June 5 launch date for its latest gaming console, the Switch 2.
Wendy Freedman is a professor of astronomy and astrophysics at the University of Chicago. She was named one of Time Magazine's 100 Influential People of 2025.
The funeral for veteran Chicago firefighter Capt. David Meyer is being held in Niles, Illinois, on Tuesday morning.
Just after midnight, Chicago police said officers responded to a call for a person shot in the 7900 block of South Maryland Avenue and found the victims with gunshot wounds.
Inbound lanes are closed on the Edens Expressway in the northern suburbs after a serious crash near Touhy Avenue early Tuesday morning.
Meteorologist Laura Bannon is tracking a temperature drop.
A semi-truck and a sedan were involved in the crash just before 4 a.m.
The funeral for veteran Chicago firefighter Capt. David Meyer is being held in Niles, Illinois, Tuesday morning.
The crash happened at YNOT Outdoors, an after-school program in the central Illinois village.
The driver was later taken into custody, and police said charges are pending.
The Brinks driver reported to police that 50 to 100 men and women swooped in, pocketed cash, and took off.
The task force addressed its progress for the first time this week, nearly a year after the formation of the unit was first announced.
The lawsuit accuses Chicago Police of using excessive force on children.
The botched raid on the innocent Mendez family in November 2017 sparked CBS News Chicago's yearslong investigation into Chicago Police officers raiding the wrong homes.
Making the Chicago River a healthy, biodiverse and climate resilient lifeline through the city is the focus of many groups and city officials working with new standards, permits, and an eye on climate change.
Peter Mendez was only 9 years old when his family's home was wrongly raided by Chicago Police back in November 2017. Seven and a half years later, the Mendez family is finally getting their day in court.
The 6-foot-7-inch sophomore was the Golden Bears' leading scorer last season and is a former McDonald's All-American.
Two training camp practices in his rebuild job with the Sky, the new head coach said laying the foundation of a competitive environment doesn't require a complete teardown.
Boxing is not for the faint of heart, but Brown is proving it's for all ages.
The Cubs wasted a sharp performance by Jameson Taillon, who pitched seven innings of five-hit ball.
Luis Urías hit a two-run homer with one out in the 10th inning help the Athletics rally and beat the Chicago White Sox 3-2.
Prosecutors have reduced a felony misconduct charge against a former Wisconsin prison warden implicated in two inmate deaths to a misdemeanor.
A woman who lives on the block said it all happened on the street behind Green Briar Park. She took video of the men driving off.
Commuters were advised to consider alternatives such as bus routes.
In each incident, the burglar has pried open a door into a building, made his way into the laundry area, pried open the coin-operated laundry machines, and stolen the coins.
Vancouver police ruled out terrorism as a motivator for the incident at the Lapu Lapu Day Festival, saying the suspect has a history of mental health issues.
