Body of Eddie Gardner, missing since 2022, found in abandoned Chicago building
An Oswego family's two-year search to find out what happened to a missing man has ended, after Eddie Gardner's body was found in Chicago in March.
An Oswego family's two-year search to find out what happened to a missing man has ended, after Eddie Gardner's body was found in Chicago in March.
Riley Strain, a 22-year-old University of Missouri student, disappeared while on a fraternity trip to Nashville, and was last seen on March 8.
Officials hope the anthropologist will get a better picture of what happened to the remains.
The victim suffered apparent trauma to the neck area and was pronounced dead at the scene, according to police.
The owner of the West Ridge home had just died, and family members stumbled across another person's body while cleaning out the house. CBS 2's Jermont Terry reports.
Last month, another body was found near the same Metra station.
A spokesperson for Metra said Lisle police reported a body at the north side of the depot.
A spokesperson for Metra said Lisle police reported a body at the north side of the depot.
Police found the bodies of a 66-year-old woman and a 70-year-old man.
The cause of his death is under investigation by Area 5 detectives.
Fire officials say the fire started in the laundry room and was deemed accidental.
Fire crews assisted police with pulling the body out of the river near Michigan Avenue around 9:50 a.m.
The woman whose body was found on the side of the road in northern Lake County, Illinois, on Wednesday was identified. The Lake County Coroner's Office identified the woman as 39-year-old Megan Lewis, a Chicago resident.
A woman's body was found on the side of the road in Lake County, Illinois, Wednesday morning. Lake County sheriff's deputies were called to the scene on Hunt Club Road south of Route 173 around 7 a.m., police said.
Police said it appeared the woman was the victim of a homicide and that her body was dumped during the early morning hours.
It was at the 600 block of West Chicago Avenue.
Investigators say human remains were found in a field behind a business at 49th and Archer around 6:18 p.m. Sunday.
Investigators say human remains were found in a field behind a business at 49th and Archer around 6:18 p.m. Sunday.
Emergency crews responded to Whiting Lakefront Park for a missing person last seen struggling in the water and going under the surface near the boat ramps.
First responders say they are "reasonably confident" they found the body of a missing teenage swimmer who went into the water in Lake Michigan near a Winnetka beach early Tuesday morning.
The Wilmette police and fire departments responded to Gillson Park for a report of a body in the water a little after 5 p.m.
A male, John Doe, was pulled just before 7 p.m. near the 1300 block of North Elston Avenue.
"When I saw her number come across my screen as a telephone call, my heart stopped. Because I knew what the call was about."
The Marine Unit responded to a call of a vehicle in the water in the 12500 block of South Stony Island Avenue around 5:36 p.m.
The discovery happened in the same area where dive crews were searching for a missing 19-year-old swimmer. CBS 2's Sara Machi reports. Learn more about the story.
It's based on the 1992 film starring Meryl Streep and Goldie Hawn.
Acree's nomination had stalled after some aldermen questioned his qualifications, and he struggled to answer questions about the agency's looming budget deficit.
Ben Zeni, who became known as the Chicago Tomato Man, earned the name after selling and giving away tens of thousands of tomato plants.
The popular boat-shaped restaurant and bar was closed last summer for renovations.
Their works collectively tell a story about humanity in the face of incarceration.
Acree's nomination had stalled after some aldermen questioned his qualifications, and he struggled to answer questions about the agency's looming budget deficit.
The legislation was spurred by CBS 2's story of a woman who said she was sexually abused by a teacher at her Chicago Public Schools high school.
In the first 21 days of May, Border Patrol agents recorded a daily average of roughly 3,700 migrant apprehensions between ports of entry, a 54% decrease from December.
Justice Samuel Alito has come under scrutiny after The New York Times reported two instances of controversial flags flown outside his Virginia and New Jersey houses.
Wisconsin criminal justice advocates are arguing that Republican-backed cash bail constitutional amendments approved by voters last year should be invalidated over procedural flaws.
A string of recalls connected to Wisconsin-based supplier Schreiber Foods has now extended to Aldi stores after similar recalls at Hy-Vee and other grocery chains.
With more and more such companies popping up, and salespeople showing up on doorsteps, who is making sure they're legitimate?
It also happens that the contractor was on a list specifically provided by the state.
Alderpeople are looking to try to stop rogue towers from making thousands off drivers who thought they were signing their car away to someone they could trust.
Employees at dozens of now-closed Foxtrot Market and Dom's Kitchen stores, now jobless, wonder what comes next for them as their paychecks will soon end.
Chicago health officials said medetomidine has not previously been detected in Chicago.
North Carolina Republicans are pushing forward with their plan to repeal a pandemic-era law, citing crime and recent campus protests.
Thursday was Mental Health Action Day and CBS is partnering with MTV to provide grants to local nonprofits that give people the tools to improve their mental health.
So far, there have been eight cases of invasive meningococcal disease in Chicago in 2024 to date.
Researchers hope their findings will inspire action to make hearing aid devices more affordable since they can cost over $1,000 per ear.
No one was hurt but the fire burned a charred area on the outside of the mall.
The owner, Andy Kalish, says he just doesn't have the energy to keep it going.
Lagunitas will move its Chicago brewing operation to their original brewery in California by early August, and permanently close its Chicago brewery and taproom.
They are concerned about increased congestion and environmental concerns.
Consumers may pay more, or less, for the same items by stocking up just a few miles away.
It was not specified whether Young or someone else involved in the concert was ill, and or what the ill person was suffering from.
"The Miseducation of Lauryn Hill" topped Apple Music's list while Michael Jackson's "Thriller," Stevie Wonder's "Songs in the Key of Life" and Nirvana's "Nevermind" finished in the top 10.
Those auditioning were asked to sing 16 bars a cappella from a contemporary musical theatre song to show their range.
Hip-hop mogul Sean "Diddy" Combs posted a video on social media apologizing for his "inexcusable" behavior and that he takes "full responsibility" for his actions.
Jim Parsons and Mayim Bialik are reprising their roles from "Big Bang Theory" in part one of the "Young Sheldon" series finale.
Big Onion Hospitality (Fatpour Tap Works, Woodie’s Flat) has announced the opening of its third Fatpour Tap Works location at 7244 N. Lincoln Avenue in Lincolnwood, Illinois.
Comedian Eddie Pepitone is taping his new special live in Chicago on May 31st at Lincoln Hall. Nicknamed the "Bitter Buddha," he is known for his dark humor and powerful rants. He says he likes to tackle heavy topics- such as climate change or wealth inequality, which can help people confront those issues through humor. CBS 2 caught up with the comedian and told us what his new special is about and how he is trying to reach a new level of honesty with his audiences.
CBS Chicago meteorologist Mary Kay Kleist is tracking the incoming storm.
It’s an over-the-top musical that brings some of Broadway's brightest stars to Chicago for its world premiere. With 2’s Got Your Ticket, Entertainment Reporter Vince Gerasole presents the stars of "Death Becomes Her."
Big Onion Hospitality (Fatpour Tap Works, Woodie’s Flat) has announced the opening of its third Fatpour Tap Works location at 7244 N. Lincoln Avenue in Lincolnwood, Illinois.
The most widespread storm coverage is expected between 4 p.m. and 9 p.m.
Memorial Day travel will be the busiest in two decades, and Chicagoans will need to plan for travel delays on expressways and crowds at O'Hare International Airport.
This comes on the heels of other attacks in and near the Loop this month – including the brutal beating of a man on Michigan Avenue.
It is already happening in other major cities. So why isn't Chicago exploring the same solution?
It's based on the 1992 film starring Meryl Streep and Goldie Hawn.
After learning of the woman's troubled history and other aspects of the case, lawmakers in Springfield spoke out passionately on the Illinois House floor.
Former Supt. Eddie Johnson was adamant that he is not being paid by the company to promote it. He said he just thinks it works.
Plenty of high school seniors are 18 years old, and some are even older.
Maria Roque filed numerous police reports and got a protection order. But the system that was supposed to protect her failed.
Chicago does not resell their guns, but some suburban police departments do to reduce costs.
Trailing 8-2 entering the bottom of the ninth inning, the White Sox scored four runs and closed within 8-6.
Marina Mabrey had 21 points, seven assists and six rebounds to help the Chicago Sky beat the New York Liberty 90-81.
The NCAA and five major college sports conferences have agreed to settle antitrust allegations for nearly $2.8 billion over the next 10 years.
Eberflus called the attendance at OTAs "great" despite some vets like WR Keenan Allen and DE Montez Sweat not practicing.
Jarred Kelenic hit a solo homer, rookie AJ Smith-Shawver worked 4 1/3 three-hit innings in his first start of the season and the Atlanta Braves topped the Chicago Cubs 3-0.
This comes on the heels of other attacks in and near the Loop this month – including the brutal beating of a man on Michigan Avenue.
It is already happening in other major cities. So why isn't Chicago exploring the same solution?
The victim was rushed to Northwestern Memorial Hospital, and was initially reported in fair condition, police said.
Police sources said the mother and son were together for the duration of a crime spree – before they were both arrested.
A man got out of a sport-utility vehicle with a gun in hand, and demanded the woman's belongings, police said.