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Porter was convicted in the 1982 murders of Marilyn Green and Jerry Hillard, but was exonerated and released from prison after another man confessed to the crime.
The last federal inmate facing execution before President Donald Trump leaves office was sentenced to death for the killings of three women in a Maryland wildlife refuge, a crime that led to a life sentence for the man who fired the fatal shots.
A man who killed a religious couple visiting Texas from Iowa was executed Thursday, the first Black inmate put to death as part of the Trump administration's resumption of federal executions after a nearly 20-year pause.
William Emmett LeCroy, 50, on Tuesday would be the sixth federal inmate executed by lethal injection this year at the U.S. prison in Terre Haute, Indiana.
The only Native American on federal death row was put to death Wednesday, despite objections from many Navajo leaders who had urged President Donald Trump to halt the execution on the grounds it would violate tribal culture and sovereignty.
If Lezmond Mitchell is put to death on schedule and becomes the fourth federal inmate executed this year, the federal government under the pro-death penalty president will have carried out more executions in 2020 than in the previous 56 years combined.
Wesley Ira Purkey's lawyers had argued his dementia had deteriorated so severely that he didn't understand why he was being executed.
A judge on Wednesday halted the execution of a man, said to be suffering from dementia, who had been set to die by lethal injection in the federal government's second execution this week after a 17-year hiatus.
The execution of Daniel Lewis Lee came over the objection of the victims' relatives and following days of legal wrangling and delays.
U.S. District Judge Tanya Chutkan said there are still legal issues to resolve and that "the public is not served by short-circuiting legitimate judicial process."
The death penalty was abolished in Illinois years ago, but the man convicted of killing a Chinese student at the University of Illinois could still be the first person from Illinois sentenced to death in nearly 15 years.
Matthew Herndon of University of Wisconsin-Madison physics testified Thursday he taught Brendt Christensen and went on to employ him and wrote a letter of recommendation to get Christensen into Illinois' physics program.
Brendt Christensen and his father broke down in tears Wednesday as Michael Christensen pleaded with jurors to spare his son's life for killing Chinese scholar Yingying Zhang, saying "he has too much to offer."
The jury deciding Brendt Christensen's fate is preparing for another day of emotional testimony in the death penalty phase of his trial in the murder of Chinese scholar Yingying Zhang.
Cold, calculated and months in the making -- that's how federal prosecutors described the murder of Chinese scholar YingYing Zhang to a federal jury that will now decide if her killer should live or die.
A federal judge has denied former University of Illinois doctoral student Brendt Christensen's request to delay sentencing in the kidnapping and murder of visiting Chinese scholar Yingying Zhang.
Prosecutors are expected to wrap up their case against former University of Illinois student Brendt Christensen on Friday in the murder of Chinese scholar Yingying Zhang.
The FBI is investigating the claim by a former University of Illinois doctoral student that the visiting scholar from China he's charged with killing was his 13th victim, even though no evidence has been found to indicate whether he was telling the truth, an FBI agent testified Monday.
The federal death penalty trial of a former University of Illinois student accused of killing a visiting Chinese scholar continues on Monday.
As FBI recordings reveal, he laughed with his girlfriend about the fact that investigators had been following and watching him in the Champaign-Urbana area.
Hours of FBI interviews, dozens of pictures and videos; that's what jurors are sifting through in the murder trial for a former University of Illinois student accused of kidnapping and killing Chinese scholar Yingying Zhang.
A former University of Illinois doctoral student on trial in the killing of a visiting scholar from China bought Drano and garbage bags three days after the slaying, according to testimony Thursday.
The death penalty is on the table for kidnapping, rape and murder of University of Illinois student Yingying Zhang. Illinois abolished death sentences in 2011, but the federal government took this case.
A jury has been selected in the trial of a former graduate student accused of kidnapping and killing a University of Illinois scholar from China.
With just two days to spare, President Joe Biden has signed legislation that lifts the nation's debt ceiling.
According to Chicago police, a group of people fired shots at another group in the 4200 block of South Wells Street just after 8:20 p.m.
Imagine Englewood and Moms Demand Action are hosting this year's We Grow Chicago's Peace Fest with a focus on countering violence and systemic issues impacting the city's South and West Sides.
It will be set up along Milwaukee Avenue between Cuyler and Irving Park Road from noon until 10 p.m.
June is LGBTQ Pride Month.
With just two days to spare, President Joe Biden has signed legislation that lifts the nation's debt ceiling.
More than 50,000 fans swarmed the lakefront stadium for the first of three sold-out shows.
At least one other west suburban community has already met with the Bears to discuss a future stadium.
According to Chicago police, a group of people fired shots at another group in the 4200 block of South Wells Street just after 8:20 p.m.
Imagine Englewood and Moms Demand Action are hosting this year's We Grow Chicago's Peace Fest with a focus on countering violence and systemic issues impacting the city's South and West Sides.
Police said the 38-year-old officer was arrested coming out of a Norwood Park neighborhood bar early Friday morning.
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.
With just two days to spare, President Joe Biden has signed legislation that lifts the nation's debt ceiling.
Multiple sources familiar with the matter tell CBS News the Justice Department won't seek to charge former Vice President Mike Pence.
In five years, they hope to bring the annual number of murders in Chicago below 400. Chicago hasn't been under that number since 1965.
The legislation now goes to President Biden's desk, pulling the nation back from the brink of a financial crisis.
The money approved by the City Council on Wednesday will only cover the costs of assistance for asylum seekers through June 30.
The hype for Taylor is high – and so is the chance of online vendors taking advantage of fans.
Both Chicago and Cook County have their own separate minimum wage ordinances, both setting higher rates than set by Illinois state law.
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.
CBS 2 headed over to the Shirley Ryan AbilityLab in Streeterville to check out specialized equipment used to care for patients.
One doctor who tried to help said she was stunned by why
Chicago health officials urge vaccinations after more than 30 cases were reported in Chicago since April.
Former first lady Rosalynn Carter's dementia diagnosis was announced as former President Jimmy Carter continues to receive hospice care.
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.
The work is taking place even though the new stadium is still far from a done deal.
Both Chicago and Cook County have their own separate minimum wage ordinances, both setting higher rates than set by Illinois state law.
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.
Jameson Taillon pitched effectively into the sixth inning, Dansby Swanson homered among his three hits, and the Chicago Cubs beat the San Diego Padres 2-1 on Friday night in the opener of a four-game series.
At least one other west suburban community has already met with the Bears to discuss a future stadium.
Mike Clevinger pitched three-hit ball over five innings in first start since May 17.
Breanna Stewart banked in a go-ahead shot with 7.1 seconds left and the New York Liberty rallied to defeat the Chicago Sky 77-76 in Courtney Vandersloot's return to the Windy City.
You can use the code "UABEARS2023" at united.com to get 20% off flights to and from road games.
The choir is back in full force, after being forced to miss some big performances due to the pandemic.
Mike Smail, director of theaters and visualization at the Adler, joined CBS 2's Brad Edwards on the stream Friday.
Yondorf died on Wednesday, May 17, after a battle with cancer.
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.
Community members in Englewood are working together to fight gun violence.
It will be set up along Milwaukee Avenue between Cuyler and Irving Park Road from noon until 10 p.m.
Cities across the area are showing their support for the LGBTQ+ community.
You must register for a test time ahead of arrival.
Saturday's performances include Unity the Band, The Chi-Town Playboys, and Sixteen Candles.
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
