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A retired Chicago police officer was shot while trying to stop a car theft in the Austin neighborhood overnight. According to police, the 78-year-old retired officer saw a neighbor's Jeep getting stolen, in the 300 block of North Mayfield Avenue around 1:45 a.m., when he attempted to intervene.
A retired Chicago police officer was shot while trying to stop a car theft in the Austin neighborhood overnight. According to police, the 78-year-old retired officer saw a neighbor's Jeep getting stolen, in the 300 block of North Mayfield Avenue around 1:45 a.m., when he attempted to intervene.
According to police, the 78-year-old retired officer saw a neighbor's Jeep getting carjacked, in the 300 block of North Mayfield Avenue around 1:45 a.m., when he attempted to intervene.
CFD crews quickly put out the flames Wednesday morning at an apartment building fire on Central near Washington.
Congressman Danny Davis held a special celebration for Johnson's neighbors on Chicago's west side to commemorate his first week in office.
In two incidents, the victims were beaten before having their property taken.
Tyrik Carter, 24, was arrested Wednesday, in the 5900 block of West Huron Street.
The center is expected to be a hub for support services and career training.
It's part of the Aspire initiative which focuses on investing and ideas to support businesses, schools, and also to help with housing and workforce development in Austin.
A robber targeting people along one block in the Austin neighborhood struck again this week.
These nine robberies happened between March 27 and this past Thursday.
The group is demanding state leaders provide more support to the victims and families of violent crimes.
Charity Johnson was shot after an argument in the first block of North Lorel Avenue on April 10.
Our non-stop news crews spotted several Chicago police officers Monday night outside a parking garage near Lake and Wells.
Our non-stop news crews spotted several Chicago police officers Monday night outside a parking garage near Lake and Wells.
He was taken to Mt. Sinai Hospital in critical condition.
The crash happened Saturday around 9:48 p.m. in Austin near Jackson and Laramie.
The crash happened Saturday around 9:48 p.m. in Austin near Jackson and Laramie.
The Community Commission for Public Safety and Accountability will pick a final three candidates to recommend to the mayor to fill the job.
On Tuesday evening, community members had their first chance to voice what they want to see in a new Chicago police superintendent.
The victim's grieving wife and daughter spoke out to CBS 2's Jermont Terry on Monday.
The fire destroyed their church, but their faith still stands strong.
The fire destroyed their church, but their faith still stands strong.
The Grace and Peace Church in Austin is hosting an Easter 'Eggstravaganza' - featuring food, games, and a 10,000-egg hunt.
The church also served as a daycare and offered after-school programs.
The suspects are believed to be armed.
"It was very humbling and a sobering moment for me, because just realizing that the impact my wife and I have had around this city with what we've been able to do" Hendriks said after the game.
The teen was shot twice in the thigh and was taken to a local hospital in good condition.
The rally is planned for Tuesday at 5 p.m. at the District 113 office.
Lakeview residents are now calling on police to step up patrols and get extra security to the area.
The suspects are believed to be armed.
"It was very humbling and a sobering moment for me, because just realizing that the impact my wife and I have had around this city with what we've been able to do" Hendriks said after the game.
The teen was shot twice in the thigh and was taken to a local hospital in good condition.
The rally is planned for Tuesday at 5 p.m. at the District 113 office.
Lakeview residents are now calling on police to step up patrols and get extra security to the area.
It is unclear whether either of the two people charged in each shooting actually fired a weapon.
The report found, in all six dioceses in Illinois, there were 451 Catholic clerics and religious brothers who abused nearly 2,000 children.
Gov. JB Pritzker is poised to sign the bill that will help hold "reckless" gun manufacturers and advertisers accountable in court.
If passed, Arab Americans and minority groups from the Middle East will be separately recognized.
ICE agents are frequently using an administrative subpoena, also known as a 1509 summons, in questionable ways to seek records and information.
House Speaker Kevin McCarthy and President Joe Biden will now have to sell their debt ceiling deal to lawmakers.
After days of intense negotiations and weeks of talks, an agreement in principle has been reached to raise the debt ceiling.
Attorney General Todd Rokita filed a complaint with Indiana's medical licensing board against Dr. Caitlin Bernard after she spoke publicly about a 10-year-old's abortion.
Lawmakers in Washington have just one week to raise the debt ceiling or risk defaulting on the U.S. debt for the first time in history.
The city's inspector general said those officers have been allowed "to remain in positions with duties that depend upon their truthfulness and credibility," even though a history of lying "can erode public trust and create risks for CPD."
US Centers for Disease Control says teenagers are three times more likely to be involved in a fatal accident compared to older drivers.
The Smashing Pumpkins just released ATUM, a three-act rock opera, on Friday, May 5. But if it were up to the hacker, some of the album would've been released months ago.
The FDA is concerned about the effectiveness of the pill in overweight women and if individuals would follow the instructions properly.
The new bill in Springfield would collect data from SNAP cards to better track skimming and fraud.
Models who were supposed to be wearing the designer's gowns are also missing money.
It's taking place at the Glendale Heights Sports Hub at 250 Civic Centre Plaza in Glendale Heights on Saturday from 9 a.m. to 4 p.m.
Nationwide drug shortage is a "tragedy happening in slow motion," a cancer surgeon says. "Patients simply deserve better."
All of those affected have been symptomatic men – most of whom have already had two doses of the JYNNEOS vaccine.
CBS 2 spoke to the doctor with concerns from one CBS 2 viewer about the challenges her child is facing.
All the cases in the Chicago area were among men between the ages of 24 and 46.
A local shea butter skincare brand has recently joined the ranks of legacy brands, making it onto shelves of beauty retailer Ulta.
Gov. JB Pritzker approved the popular policy during the COVID-19 pandemic. It was set to expire in June of 2024.
McCormick Place officials said, in the first quarter of 2023, hotel room stays generated from events were up 70% from last year, and attendance to conventions was 77% higher.
They said without urgent help, they won't make the July deadline to open and could lose their investment.
The legal cannabis transporters say they will be forced out of business if the state does not enforce its own standards.
"It was very humbling and a sobering moment for me, because just realizing that the impact my wife and I have had around this city with what we've been able to do" Hendriks said after the game.
Hendriks pitched the eighth in his first big league appearance since he was diagnosed with stage 4 non-Hodgkins lymphoma.
The national champion Northwestern Wildcats lacrosse team received a warm welcome as they returned home Monday, after dominating Boston College 18-6 in the national title game.
Stroman (5-4) dazzled in his fourth complete game and second shutout in nine major league seasons.
Notre Dame held Duke to its lowest-scoring game of the season.
The event features 20 of the most popular reggaeton and Latin artists around. The lineup includes Wisin & Yandel, Feid, Grupo Firme, and Nicky Jam
Ray received tributes from several former guests, including former first lady Michelle Obama, Oprah, Kate Hudson, Jessica Alba and 50 Cent.
The "What's Love Got To Do With It" singer's death was confirmed to CBS News on Wednesday afternoon.
The rapper was one of six defendants involved in a conspiracy that distributed over 100 kilograms of illicit drugs.
The NCIS team continues the case with ATF and the stolen military-grade weapons.
Parents in Highland Park are expected to rally Tuesday to fight for more safety measures at Highland Park High School. It comes after a student brought a gun to school last month, forcing a hard lockdown. Parents and activists are calling on the district to install metal detectors and hire extra security at the school.
"The first guy that was sending closer to the truck - he got the guns pulled out to him, and from there, that's when they started pointing a gun at my dad, and the other guy who was up here on those stairs," said Victor Galena Jr., whose father was one of the victims.
Temperatures will be in the upper 80s with mostly sunny skies. The UV index will be high, near 8. CBS 2 meteorologist Ed Curran recommends wearing sunscreen.
Two firefighters were injured while battling smoke and flames in Bucktown overnight.
The owner of the dog, Peppa, said she was walking last Wednesday evening in Dunham Park, at Giddings Street and Melvina Avenue, when she felt a gun to her back.
The best looks from the 62nd annual GRAMMY Awards on CBS.
Red carpet looks from the 61st annual GRAMMY Awards on CBS.
Meet Akiem Hicks
Meetup with Jed Hoyer
