1 dead, 1 hospitalized after multi-car crash on Chicago's Southwest Side
Police have not released further details on the cause of the crash.
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Off-duty Chicago police officer cited, relieved of powers in deadly crash, sources say
Law enforcement sources told CBS 2 it was an off-duty officer who was driving when she lost control and hit a 56-year-old woman.
Woman, 56, killed after being struck by SUV in River North
Initial reports say the driver of a white SUV, a 40-year-old woman, lost control of her car before jumping a curb and hitting the victim who was on the sidewalk.
Southern Illinois University students killed in head-on crash
Two Southern Illinois University students were killed following a head-on crash in Carbondale Monday morning, according to police.
2 SIU students killed in head-on crash in Carbondale
Both students were attending SIU in Carbondale and were living on campus, according to police.
5 critically hurt after car hits semi-truck in Joliet
The Volkswagen had two male and three female occupants. All five were taken to local hospitals in critical condition by the Joliet Fire Department.
Car slams into Neiman Marcus store in attempted smash-and-grab near Magnificent Mile
The offenders then got into three unknown cars and fled eastbound on Chicago Avenue.
Waukegan man arrested, cited with DUI after crashing into building in Beach Park
Arriving deputies located a Chevrolet Silverado that had caught fire.
Mundelein woman charged in deadly hit-and-run of bicyclist in Highland Park
Highland Park police and fire crews were called at 12:37 p.m. to Deerfield and Piccadilly roads, where they found the bicyclist severely injured. The driver was already gone.
Woman killed after being struck by car in Chicago Lawn
Chicago police said a woman in her late 40s was seen running onto the street when she was struck by a vehicle traveling northbound on Western Avenue.
1 killed after car crashes into rear of semi-truck in Zion; victim ID'd
A man was killed after his car crashed into the back of a semi-truck in Zion Saturday morning.
3 hurt in crash involving CTA bus in Stony Island Park
Police say the bus, driven by a 28-year-old man, was heading westbound when it was hit by a Chevy Malibu.
3 hurt in crash involving CTA bus in Stony Island Park
The driver of the Malibu was taken to the University of Chicago Hospital in fair condition. The driver of the bus and a passenger, a 34-year-old woman, was taken to Trinity Hospital in good condition.
5 hurt after U-Haul collides with SUV in Greater Grand Crossing
The driver of the U-Haul was placed in custody by Illinois State Police.
Car crashes into motel lobby in south suburban Harvey
So far, there haven't been any reports of injuries.
Car slams into motel lobby in south suburban Harvey
The crash happened at the Beacon Motel near 160th and Wood Street.
Investigation underway after car crashes into Lake Michigan in Streeterville
A witness says they saw three men running away shortly after the crash.
CPD investigating after car crashes into Lake Michigan
Police say officers responded to an auto accident and found a blue sedan that had veered off the road and into Lake Michigan.
Car crashes through Chicago pizza restaurant
An employee said no one inside the pizza shop was hurt.
4 hurt, including 2 children in head-on crash in Round Lake
Both drivers were transported to area hospitals with critical injuries. The children were transported to area hospitals with serious injuries.
3 hurt, including Chicago police officer, in Back of the Yards crash
Chicago police say an on-duty officer was driving when A light gray SUV entered oncoming traffic and struck the squad car.
Crash involving CPD squad car, SUV on Chicago's Southwest Side
Chicago police responded to the scene of a crash involving one of their officers in the Back of the Yards neighborhood Sunday morning.
Driver killed after crashing SUV into West Lawn building
Chicago police say officers responded to the accident scene and found a silver SUV that had jumped the curb and struck the front of a commercial building.
Boy on bike struck and killed by pickup truck in Aurora
Police said the 16-year-old boy was crossing Montgomery Road at Ogden Avenue in Aurora, when a Ford F-450 headed west on Ogden hit him while turning onto Montgomery.
Crash turns violent in Back of the Yards, one man stabbed
The victim drove himself to Rush University Medical Center, where his condition was stabilized.
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No. 17 Tennessee rallies to beat No. 20 Illinois 86-79
Dalton Knecht scored 21 points to help No. 17 Tennessee rally from a second-half deficit to beat No. 20 Illinois, 86-79, in front of a raucous crowd of more than 20,000 Volunteer fans.
Shohei Ohtani signs with the Dodgers
Shohei Ohtani announced Saturday that he is staying in Los Angeles and signing with the boys in blue.
4 robbed at gunpoint while attempting to buy cell phone using Facebook Marketplace on West Side
The robberies happened between Nov. 5 and Dec. 4 during the afternoon and evening hours.
Off-duty Chicago police officer killed in Tinley Park traffic crash
Village officials say both drivers were taken to Silver Cross Hospital where the officer was pronounced dead.
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Off-duty Chicago police officer killed in Tinley Park traffic crash
Village officials say both drivers were taken to Silver Cross Hospital where the officer was pronounced dead.
Suspect in multiple bank robberies strikes again on Michigan Avenue
With the holiday shopping bringing out the big crowds, authorities say it is critical to catch the man before he hits again.
1 dead after CCL holder returns fire at 2 gunmen in Humboldt Park
The victim was shot in the torso and was taken to Stroger Hospital in fair condition.
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Missing: Brissa Romero, 17, of Carpentersville
Her last location is believed to be near the Bowlero bowling alley and party venue in Vernon Hills.
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Two men detail their claims of abuse at a place where young children were sent for help
This is national story now percolating right here in Chicago - allegations brought forward in a federal lawsuit by children now grown.
Foxx calls findings on how many Black women were victims of crime in 2022 "jarring"
Foxx is one of a handful of local, state, and national leaders responding a CBS 2 series of reports, Investigating Injustice: Black Women At Risk.
Chicago's enters new deal with crime database from same company as ShotSpotter
As CBS 2 Investigator Megan Hickey reported, the way the public found out about the deal CrimeTracer was surprising.
Chicago woman says towing company demanded over $10,000 to get her car back
Elaine Kelly said when she finally got it back, her car appeared more damaged - with the inside was ransacked and some of her personal property missing.
Man called to report SUV on train tracks in Michigan, but Amtrak train hit it anyway
Amtrak said they were never notified of the SUV on the tracks before the crash last week, was despite a warning call a full 41 minutes earlier.
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Texas court temporarily halts ruling allowing woman to have emergency abortion
Kate Cox, a mother of two, said she found out last week that her unborn child suffered from what doctors say is a fatal disorder.
Chi vs. Hate ordinance would make it easier to report hate incidents, alderwoman says
Chicago Police data show there have been 254 hate crimes reported so far this year alone - compared with 204 last year, 109 in 2021, and 80 in 2020.
Ed Burke trial: Jury hears recordings of Burke aide on holding up driveway permits
The permits – and how the city's longest-serving alderman is accused of holding them up for a would-be client – are central to the federal extortion case against Burke.
Chicago migrant crisis: Records shed light on contract for tents, city cracks down on buses
The Mayor's office told us they are in talks with the owner on a lot in Brighton Park where a tent base camp was called off by Gov. JB Pritzker.
Trump gag order in 2020 election case largely upheld by appeals court
A federal appeals court heard arguments in November over the gag order limiting what Trump can say about the 2020 election-related case filed against him in Washington, D.C.
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Privacy concerns at Chicago parking garage prompt proposed law change
Not only did CBS 2 hear from more upset customers, but also from Illinois Secretary of State Alexi Giannoulias.
St. Charles residents flee senior community after 300% increase in costs
Over the last several weeks, the Saint Charles senior living community has become a bit of a ghost town.
Rivers Casino Des Plaines warns of data breach affecting customer, staffer information
Casino officials said on Thursday, Nov. 2, they determined hackers got into their system and stole personal information about Rivers Casino staffers, customers, and online sports book customers.
Illinois congressman steps in after feds fail to reimburse COVID-19 testing labs
We previously told you about small business owner Janine Morabito's struggle after getting stiffed by Uncle Sam. There are several others in the same boat.
Consumer watchdog lists '10 Worst Toys' for 2023, highlights child safety concerns
W.A.T.C.H. – World Against Toys Causing Harm – issued a list Wednesday of toys they said are hazardous and should not be in children's hands.
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FDA approves gene-editing treatment for sickle cell disease
Sickle cell disease affects approximately 100,000 people in the U.S., predominantly people of color.
An end to breast cancer? California company develops groundbreaking vaccine with promising future
An estimated one in eight women will develop breast cancer in their lifetime, killing on average 42,000 a year in the U.S. But what if a vaccine could significantly lower each woman's chance of ever getting it in the first place?
Two babies infected with rare bacteria linked to baby formula recalls last year
Federal health officials confirmed Thursday that two cases of invasive infections caused by cronobacter sakazakii have been reported in 2023.
Panera's caffeine-fueled lemonade cited in second death, suit says
Casual dining chain faces another wrongful death suit related to its Charged Lemonade after cardiac arrest of Florida man.
Slow COVID-19 booster rollout cost thousands of lives, new study says
Researchers estimated that through June 2022, if the U.S. moved at a faster pace to approve it and get people boosted, an estimated 29,000 lives could have been saved.
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Customers line up for hours at drive-thru for new McDonald's concept, CosMc's
CBS 2's Jermont Terry took a trip out to Bolingbrook, off Weber Road, to see if it lived up to the hype.
Crowds, record day of revenue point to comeback on Chicago's Magnificent Mile
According to The Magnificent Mile Association, a record $31.7 million in revenue was set in November on a single day.
Who is moving into those vacant Bed, Bath & Beyond stores?
Who will be moving into closed Bed, Bath & Beyond stores nationwide and in the Chicago area? Court documents provide some clues.
South Shore yoga studio strives for inclusive, calm vibe
It's Small Business Saturday 2023, a big day to highlight the success of entrepreneurs who started small and are working hard to make it big.
Shoppers turn out in Ravenswood for Small Business Saturday
Three of the trolleys were running on Small Business Saturday, making eight stops in Ravenswood so people could visit their favorite shops.
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No. 17 Tennessee rallies to beat No. 20 Illinois 86-79
Dalton Knecht scored 21 points to help No. 17 Tennessee rally from a second-half deficit to beat No. 20 Illinois, 86-79, in front of a raucous crowd of more than 20,000 Volunteer fans.
Coby White has 24 as Bulls hand Spurs 16th straight loss
Nikola Vucevic added 21 points and 16 rebounds.
Bears meet Lions again: Three things to watch
Will the Bears be saying goodbye to Justin Fields at the end of the season?
Rivera scores 14 as UIC knocks off Jacksonville State
Rivera shot 4 of 6 from the field and 5 for 7 from the line for the Flames (6-3).
Petr Mrazek makes 37 saves as Blackhawks beat Anaheim Ducks
Philipp Kurashev scored the last-place Blackhawks, which had dropped 10 of 12 overall.
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Bono impersonator has fans fooled at Old Town bar
Some U2 fans spent the evening thinking they were hanging out with Bono in the flesh and blood – and singing Christmas carols with him.
Ryan O'Neal, star of "Love Story," is dead at 82
Ryan O'Neal, the Oscar-nominated star of films including "Love Story" and "Paper Moon," has died at 82.
CBS presents 'Grammy® Salute to 50 Years of Hip Hop'
A star-studded lineup of hip hop legends and GRAMMY-winning artists will grace the stage at this special tribute concert, airing Sunday, Dec. 10 (8:30-10:30 PM, ET/8:00-10:00 PM, PT) on the CBS Television Network, and streaming on Paramount+.
Def Leppard, Journey to play Wrigley Field next summer
The Steve Miller Band will also be joining them.
Fans fall in love with Mona, little puppet from Nanalan' on Tiktok
Whose that wonderful girl? Could she be any cuter? Mona, the small green puppet who is the star of Nanalan', an old Canadian TV show, gains new fans on Tiktok.
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Israel-Hamas War: Death toll rises as fighting enters third month
As the civilian death toll grows in Gaza, there are more threats to Jewish people in the region and around the world as the Hanukkah festival is underway.
Ryan O’Neal, star of “Love Story,” dies at 82
His family says O’Neal died peacefully Friday in Los Angeles with family and friends by his side. Jarred Hill looks back at O’Neal’s life and career.
Serial bank robber still at large after hitting another bank on Magnificent Mile
He carries a gun, and there is fear he may use the weapon next.
PAWS Chicago Pet of the Week: Moby
This 5-year-old mixed breed can be a little bashful at first, but don't you worry, that wears off pretty quickly.
Chicago First Alert Weather: Showers first, cool and dry weather after
A cool but very sunny week ahead. Highs will stay mostly near 40 and lows in the 20s.
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Scott Eby, who admitted to rape and murder of 3-year-old Riley Fox, dies in prison
On June 6, 2004, Riley vanished from her Wilmington, Illinois home – and her body was later found in Forked Creek four miles away.
Ed Burke trial: Jury hears recordings of Burke aide on holding up driveway permits
The permits – and how the city's longest-serving alderman is accused of holding them up for a would-be client – are central to the federal extortion case against Burke.
Suspect in multiple bank robberies strikes again on Michigan Avenue
With the holiday shopping bringing out the big crowds, authorities say it is critical to catch the man before he hits again.
55 years in prison for Algonquin woman who admitted to killing boyfriend's parents
Arin Fox, 42, reached the plea agreement back in October.
Video shows gun-toting robbers holding up Cicero liquor store
This was the second robbery at the store this year.
