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Michelle N. Reeves, 37, of La Porte, was arrested on multiple felony and misdemeanor offenses, including theft, unauthorized entry of a vehicle used in a crime, criminal mischief, and public nudity.
Just after 6 a.m., police said Blessing's mother's brown Saturn Outlook was stolen near the intersection of 14th 1/2 Street and 13th Avenue, while the girl was in a booster seat in the back seat.
Chicago police said around 10:30 p.m., an unknown male was attempting to break into a vehicle in the 8700 block of South Dauphin Avenue when a man, 40, a resident and CCL holder, went outside and confronted the offender.
The video obtained by CBS News Chicago shows the black Camaro just as it was being stolen back on Dec. 3 around 2:48 a.m. The thieves got out of a different sedan, double-parked, and then waited as members of the crew broke the windows of the Camaro and took off.
A total of 11 cars have been stolen this month during the evening and early morning hours—the latest two were taken on Saturday.
Two infant girls were reported missing after the car they were in was stolen. The babies were later found left out in the cold.
Tomasz J. Kalembasa, 40, was charged with vehicular hijacking.
During the altercation, the offender was able to get away from the victim, enter the vehicle, and then drive away, last seen heading southeast on Northwest Highway.
Since July 31, eight overnight vehicle break-ins have been reported.
The thefts happened during the month of June, with the latest happening on Saturday.
The teen was arrested just before 12:30 p.m. on Saturday in the 3200 block of West Jackson Boulevard.
Police said a woman caught a 13-year-old girl and a 14-year-old boy trying to steal her, when the woman shot the girl in the shoulder.
The girl was hit on the right side of her body. She was taken to Comer Children's Hospital, and her condition was stabilized, police said.
A 13-year-old girl was shot in the South Chicago neighborhood Tuesday morning. Police are investigating the circumstances surrounding the shooting, but the family of the woman who allegedly pulled the trigger said the shooting was connected to an attempted car theft involving the teen. It was the third such attempted theft the woman has dealt with.
Chicago police said that just after 11:30 p.m., a man working the rideshare was inside a gas station in the 100 block of West North Avenue in Old Town when a woman drove away in his car.
Police said in each of the incidents, the victim legally parked her vehicle on the street, and when they returned, the vehicle was missing.
The car was recovered shortly after near the 3300 block of West Devon Avenue, police said.
Police believe this person may have stolen two cars and burglarized 14 others from the Trevor Creek and Antioch Manor subdivisions.
Traffic cameras later caught police chasing the criminal convoy down the highway.
The suspect got in the unlocked passenger door of the car, which was still running, and then drove off.
A high-speed chase started in Milwaukee County and ended near the Illinois border after several luxury cars were stolen from a Wisconsin dealership.
A high-speed chase started in Milwaukee County and ended near the Illinois border after several luxury cars were stolen from a Wisconsin dealership.
Waukesha police say nine cars were stolen from a Jaguar and Land Rover dealership on Sunday.
Two men were on the run after police attempted an arrest in connection with a stolen semi-truck tractor. The Elmhurst Police Department was investigating the stolen tractor when officers, along with Illinois State Police, stopped the stolen truck and a sedan involved in the theft.
CBS 2 is told such carjackings are happening at all hours of the day, and it does not matter how busy the station or the area is.
Edwards added seven assists and three steals for the Ramblers (12-7, 3-3 Atlantic 10 Conference).
Northwestern pulled away with a 21-4 run for a 70-56 lead with 3:12 to play. Jalen Leach made three of the Wildcat's five 3s during the stretch.
None of the clinics that are closing provided abortion services.
A support vehicle broke down, and it would have been a costly repair for the Cary Fire Protection District. But some young people put their skills to the test — and rose to the challenge.
The person who was struck was riding a bicycle at the time, according to Cicero town spokesman Ray Hanania. The tracks run at grade level in the area.
The display, titled U.S-Israel War Machine, is part of an exhibit on puppets.
The Justice Department's new leadership directed prosecutors to potentially charge state or local officials who impede President Trump's immigration policies.
U.S. border agents have been instructed to summarily deport migrants crossing into the country illegally without allowing them to request legal protection.
Madigan, 82, and his co-defendant, political ally and confidant Michael McClain, are accused of running a criminal enterprise designed to enrich the former speaker and his associates and increase his political power.
New trustee Stephanie Wiedeman won nomination and was sworn in at the Tuesday night assembly. She replaced Jerry Jones, who resigned.
Insurance experts and watchdogs said the industry was among the first to take notice of climate change — and the rate increase could just be the start.
Mail thefts spike in January for clear reasons; so scam artists can get tax information to fill out fake tax returns to get refund checks.
There is a plumber shortage that is only getting worse—so not only will it take longer to get repairs done, but it is going to be a lot more expensive.
The BBB said the scammers invite shoppers to redeem fake reward points at stores that appear to be legitimate and familiar.
Macy's announced the impending closures Thursday, calling it part of the retailer's plan to "return the company to sustainable, profitable sales growth."
None of the clinics that are closing provided abortion services.
The facility is known for providing treatment to women and girls struggling with everything from eating disorders, substance abuse, trauma, mood disorders, and sexual abuse.
A new report found that more women and young adults are having cancer, a shift.
The $30 million facility from Humboldt Park Health was years in the making in an effort to provide more health equity on the West Side.
Officials have blamed a new strain for this winter's surge in norovirus cases.
Stellantis' Belvidere Assembly Plant, was indefinitely idled at the end of February 2023. More than 1,000 people were put out of work.
The Chicago Hard Rock Café at 63 W. Ontario St. opened in June 1986.
TikTok could shut down the social media site in the U.S. by Sunday, Jan. 19.
A total of five Chicago Walgreens stores will close between Monday, Feb. 17, and Thursday, Feb. 27.
Neighbors stepped up to put food back on the shelves—and kept Hyde Park Produce afloat when so many Chicago businesses have struggled and have even been forced to close.
Tickets will be available on the band's website starting Jan. 29 at noon.
This year's Songwriters Hall of Fame inductees include iconic artists and producers like The Doobie Brothers, George Clinton and Ashley Gorley, among others.
Jeremy Piven characterized his mother as a passionate teacher who "genuinely enjoyed the evolution of her students.
David Lynch has died at the age of 78, his family announced.
Bob Uecker was the voice of his hometown Milwaukee Brewers who after a short playing career earned the moniker "Mr. Baseball" and honors from the Hall of Fame.
Johnson is excited to take charge of a roster “loaded” with talented players, including Caleb Williams. Matt Zahn reports.
A support vehicle broke down, and it would have been a costly repair for the Cary Fire Protection District. But some young people from Cary-Grove High School put their skills to the test — and rose to the challenge. Noel Brennan reports.
Allstate customers in Illinois could see their homeowners policies go up more than 14% in a few months. Tara Molina reports.
One of the clinics closing is in Chicago's Englewood neighborhood.
The saga at the farm began last week, when a handful of chickens started dying without any symptoms at Kakadoodle Farms in Matteson. As Andrew Ramos reports, investigators from the U.S. Department of Agriculture determined bird flu was to blame.
It is believed that the culprit was infected wild birds getting into the chicken feed.
This week's deep freeze in Chicago has some drivers in the Bucktown neighborhood spinning their wheels.
Madigan, 82, and his co-defendant, political ally and confidant Michael McClain, are accused of running a criminal enterprise designed to enrich the former speaker and his associates and increase his political power.
Edwards added seven assists and three steals for the Ramblers (12-7, 3-3 Atlantic 10 Conference).
Northwestern pulled away with a 21-4 run for a 70-56 lead with 3:12 to play. Jalen Leach made three of the Wildcat's five 3s during the stretch.
The dog's owner, Kent Maynard, said his case was treated differently from the start.
Illinois is the only state in the country that requires seniors to have their driving skills tested on a regular basis.
City attorneys recommended the settlements in lawsuits tied to former CPD Commander Jon Burge, former Sgt. Ronald Watts, and former Det. Reynaldo Guevara - all of whom have been accused of framing dozens of people.
Ald. Ray Lopez (15th) said the wooden or plastic traffic barriers currently recommended for permitted street fairs and festivals in Chicago are a security weakness, and that needs to change.
Cook County sheriff deputies served only 25% of protective orders between 2021 and 2023, data show.
Edwards added seven assists and three steals for the Ramblers (12-7, 3-3 Atlantic 10 Conference).
Northwestern pulled away with a 21-4 run for a 70-56 lead with 3:12 to play. Jalen Leach made three of the Wildcat's five 3s during the stretch.
"Our mission, starting this spring, is to win and to win now," Johnson said at his introductory news conference.
The Blue Demons (10-10, 1-8) were led in scoring by Layden Blocker, who finished with 15 points and three steals.
The 'Hawks' Connor Bedard angrily knocked the puck into the net right after the game ended.
Attorneys for Richard Allen have filed a 24-page motion outlining errors they claim were made at his trial last year.
Police had only a vague description of the man, who was in his 20s or 30s, and was last seen wearing a black jacket and black sweatpants.
Shamone Duncan was one of two people killed in Turks and Caicos over the weekend. She was there celebrating her sister's 40th birthday.
President Trump's order impacts both convictions and pending cases. It says approximately 300 pending cases should be dismissed, including some in Illinois.
Dakota Petrey, 30, has been charged with first-degree murder and aggravated criminal sexual assault in the death of Vanessa Ceja Ramirez.
