Cook County Sheriff's team tracks both carjackings and auto thefts to gather data, fight crime
When a car gets stolen or carjacked, the Sheriff's office team trails it – from theft to recovery.
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No bond for 2 men charged in Beverly carjacking caught on camera
Prosecutors said the two men in the video were Damarri Conner, 20, and Kenneth Merritt, 26.
No bond for 2 men charged in violent Chicago carjacking caught on camera
A judge ordered no bond for either man charged in connection with a Beverly carjacking that was caught on Ring camera video. CBS 2 Investigator Megan Hickey had the latest from court, where prosecutors said the recordings and surveillance video were key to bringing charges.
Two men charged in violent Beverly carjacking
The carjacking last week was caught on camera, and police said the suspects later came back and took a second car.
Two men charged in violent carjacking caught on camera in Chicago
Damarri Conner, 20, and Kenneth Merritt, 26, both of Chicago, are due for a detention hearing Thursday.
Three people carjacked amid crime spree on Chicago's North Side
Surveillance video shows two women being carjacked just steps from Wrigley Field. CBS 2's Suzanne Le Mignot reports.
Chicago family, victims of carjacking last week, hit again for second car
"These are savages who committed these crimes and I wouldn't be surprised if these offenders were repeat offenders."
Thieves victimize Chicago family for 2nd time in 2 weeks
CBS 2's Charlie De Mar reports carjackers got away with one car last week and then came back for a second car on Tuesday.
Carjacked mom sues Volkswagen for holding up search after kidnapping
Taylor Shepherd said Volkswagen they failed her when she needed them most – demanding money to track her stolen car with her 2-year-old in back because a trial run on the software had expired. CBS 2 Political Reporter Chris Tye reports.
Carjacked mom suing Volkswagen for holding up search for kidnapped toddler
Back in February, two carjackers in that BMW ran over 34-year-old Taylor Shepherd, who was pregnant, after she pulled into her driveway. CBS 2's Chris Tye reports.
Family horrified after violent carjacking in Beverly
The crime was caught on surveillance video, and the family had a message Wednesday night after their horrifying ordeal. CBS 2’s Charlie De Mar reports.
Caught on video: Beverly family carjacked at gunpoint in their own driveway
"I thought that I wasn't going to be here anymore," Michele Pettiford said of the moment she and her 12-year-old daughter were carjacked at gunpoint.
CPD seek to identify 2 suspects in Chinatown carjacking
The incident happened around 11 p.m. on June 28, in the 300 block of West 24th Street.
Two teens charged in carjacking, murder of elderly man in Auburn Gresham
"He was a community man, and he just cared for others. He was very caring to other people, and so this is very devastating that this would happen to anyone, not just him."
Girl, 13, charged in carjacking in Chicago
She is among two teens facing a felony charge in connection with an armed carjacking in the South Chicago neighborhood this week.
13-year-old girl charged in Chicago carjacking
Police said the young teen was with 19-year-old Jamia Little when the pair carjacked a woman in South Chicago.
Several victims robbed, carjacked on Chicago's West Side
Police said in four of the incidents, victims were carjacked or robbed at gunpoint or knifepoint.
Suspect arrested following police chase in East Chatham
Our nonstop news crew saw police recovering at least one gun from the vehicle the suspect was in near 80th and Ingleside.
Car thefts are on the rise. Why are thieves rarely caught?
Car thefts are on the rise, and many officials complain certain models are too easy to steal. Why do police solve so few cases?
Chicago man charged in Lincoln Park armed carjacking, robbery
Noah Sydney, 18, was arrested just before 7:30 p.m. Tuesday night in the 4700 block of South Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. Drive.
2 teens charged with armed carjacking on Chicago's Near West Side
Chicago police arrested the boys, 15 and 17, on Monday just after 9 p.m. in the 800 block of South Oakley Boulevard.
68-year-old man shot in a Chicago alley
He was taken to Stroger Hospital and was reported in serious condition.
Brothers charged with Chicago Lawn armed carjacking
Gabriel and Adrian Garzon, both 20, were arrested by members of the Vehicular Hijacking Task Force on Thursday, in the 2200 block of South Kedvale Avenue.
Oak Park on alert after armed robberies, carjackings this past weekend
There were four armed robberies, one carjacking, and one aggravated assault that was believed to be an attempted robbery in Oak Park early Sunday.
Police arrest two people in connection with CPD officer hit by carjackers
Police said the vehicle was previously reported stolen in a vehicular hijacking incident yesterday, on the 4800 block of South Kostner. The driver and a passenger were taken into custody after crashing the car.
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Blackhawks' scoring woes continue in 4-1 loss to Wild
Taylor Raddysh scored in the third period for Chicago, which has been outscored 13-2 during its three-game losing streak.
Chicago First Alert Weather: Clouds linger most of the week
A mix of rain and snow is possible Monday night into Tuesday morning.
Fire damages historic Swift Mansion in Grand Boulevard
Built in 1892, the home was originally a gift from Chicago meatpacker Gustavus Swift to his daughter and her husband. It was added to the National Register of Historic Places in 1978.
Chicago Weekend Shootings: 10 hurt in shootings across the city
The ages of the victims range from 16 to 56.
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Fire damages historic Swift Mansion in Grand Boulevard
Built in 1892, the home was originally a gift from Chicago meatpacker Gustavus Swift to his daughter and her husband. It was added to the National Register of Historic Places in 1978.
Shooting at suburban Chicago hotel leaves 1 dead; person of interest in custody
Following an extensive search of the hotel, one person of interest was taken into custody.
Chicago migrant tent camp site in Brighton Park deemed safe after environmental review
Work began earlier this week on the tent structures at the site.
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Blackhawks' scoring woes continue in 4-1 loss to Wild
Taylor Raddysh scored in the third period for Chicago, which has been outscored 13-2 during its three-game losing streak.
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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.
Could 'design flaw' blamed for Yellow Line accident be a broader problem on the CTA?
The National Transportation Safety Board said the Chicago Transit Authority was operating on out-of-date information with regard to stopping lengths.
After 38 are injured when CTA train hits snowplow, questions about what went wrong
National Transportation Safety Board investigators will be digging into the train crash - piece by piece.
Parents furious after girls are subjected to racist taunts at Minooka Community High
Minooka Community High School has faced allegations of tolerating racism in the classroom before.
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Prosecutors detail plan for former Ald. Burke to be paid by developer
With thousands of undercover recordings at their disposal, federal prosecutors spent the week laying out how Burke wanted to be paid for helping the developers of the Old Post Office.
Sandra Day O'Connor, first woman on the Supreme Court, dies at 93
Sandra Day O'Connor was appointed to the U.S. Supreme Court by President Ronald Reagan in 1981, and she retired in 2006.
George Santos expelled from Congress in historic House vote
Rep. George Santos is just the sixth House member in U.S. history to be expelled and the first in more than 20 years.
Emotions run high as Evanston commission weighs resolution for Israel-Hamas cease-fire
People lined up to let city leaders know where they stand on the emotional issue.
As Chicago winters become warmer with less snow, overnight parking rules persist
Since 1980, Chicago's overnight ban prevents motorists from parking on roughly 100 miles of city streets, and about 95% of the time there was no plowable snow.
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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.
Whereabouts of Chicago area woman's 2019 tax return is a mystery for more than three years
CBS 2's Lauren Victory unraveled what went wrong.
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UChicago study finds fatty acid found in some red meat can help fight cancer
Before you grab your steak knife, the scientists emphasize that the point of the study is not to advise people to eat more red meat.
Northwestern student says he was hit by norovirus outbreak, and it sent him to ER
The City of Evanston has linked the outbreak to the Big Wig Tacos & Burritos at 950 Church St. in downtown Evanston, which had a $1 burrito night for Northwestern students this past weekend.
Norovirus outbreak linked to $1 burrito special for Northwestern University students
Investigators have learned that people reported stomach cramps, vomiting, and diarrhea after eating at Big Wig Tacos & Burritos.
Peaches, plums, nectarines recalled due to deadly listeria outbreak
CDC investigating fruit from HMC Farms after one person died and 10 are hospitalized following a listeria outbreak.
Another eye drop recall pulls 28 products from store shelves
Kilitch Healthcare India is recalling the products more than three weeks after the FDA warned against their use.
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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.
Chicago's Berlin nightclub closes doors; union says club made "wrong decision"
Berlin announced that "the party" ended at 5 a.m. Sunday, Nov. 19.
Chicago's Big Shoulders Coffee tops list of best independent coffee shops
"With multiple locations in the Chicago area, Big Shoulders Coffee is a must-stop for no-nonsense artisan beans, roasted to perfection," USA Today wrote.
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Blackhawks' scoring woes continue in 4-1 loss to Wild
Taylor Raddysh scored in the third period for Chicago, which has been outscored 13-2 during its three-game losing streak.
Top Illinois boys basketball recruit commits to staying in-state for college
Morez Johnson Jr. is the top-rated recruit in Illinois in the Class of 2024 and a top-30 prospect in the nation.
White scores season-high 31 as Bulls beat Pelicans 124-118
Coby White scored a season-high 31 points, DeMar DeRozan added 24 points and 10 assists, and the Chicago Bulls beat the New Orleans Pelicans 124-118 on Saturday night.
Blackhawks fall to Winnipeg Jets 3-1 for third loss in four games
Morgan Barron snapped a tie in the second period, and the Winnipeg Jets beat Connor Bedard and the Chicago Blackhawks 3-1.
Alston sparks Loyola Chicago to 75-53 victory over Harvard
Led by Philip Alston's 16 points, the Loyola Chicago Ramblers defeated the Harvard Crimson 75-53.
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Rolling Stones announce second concert in Chicago in June 2024
Tickets for the tour go on sale on Dec. 1. For those who signed up, the presale for tickets went live on Wednesday.
American Blues Theater opens permanent home on Lincoln Avenue in Chicago
The new venue features two theater spaces – a 137-seat proscenium and a 40-seat rehearsal studio.
Daryl Hall gets restraining order against John Oates
The pair made up the pop rock duo Hall & Oates, and put out 18 studio albums together.
"Blue Bloods" wrapping up in 2024 after its 14th season
A long-time anchor to the Network's successful Friday night lineup, "Blue Bloods" is Friday's #1 primetime program and the #3 broadcast drama on television.
The Rolling Stones tour coming to Chicago's Soldier Field in June
The Solider Field show is scheduled for June 27, 2024.
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1 in custody after fatal shooting at Chicago area hotel
A person of interest is in custody following a deadly shooting at a west suburban hotel. A 33-year-old man was killed Saturday night at the Hilton Suites in Oakbrook Terrace.
Swift Mansion damaged in fire on Chicago's South Side
Ten people were displaced after a fire broke out at a historic mansion in the Grand Boulevard neighborhood on the South Side.
Top Illinois boys basketball recruit says he's staying in-state for college
The state's top-rated senior boys basketball player will be staying in state for his college career, but first, he has plenty of goals to achieve in high school, with a new team.
Huge crowds march in pro-Palestinian demonstration in Chicago
A pro-Palestinian protest gathered huge crowds in Chicago's Loop on Saturday.
Site for Chicago migrant tent camp deemed safe after review
The Brighton Park neighborhood site for a migrant tent camp is going forward, following an environmental review. The city's Department of Assets, Information, and Services contracted with Terracon Consultants Inc. to conduct an environmental assessment of the site at 3710 S. California Ave.
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U.S. Postal Service vehicle, mail stolen on Chicago's South Side
A postal worker accidentally dropped the vehicle keys which were picked up by a suspect.
SWAT team responds to West Rogers Park home in connection with bank robbery
A massive police presence was at the scene Friday night.
Prosecutors detail plan for former Ald. Burke to be paid by developer
With thousands of undercover recordings at their disposal, federal prosecutors spent the week laying out how Burke wanted to be paid for helping the developers of the Old Post Office.
Nearly a dozen patrons at Chipp Inn robbed at gunpoint in Noble Square
It wasn't the first time the Chipp Inn in Noble Square has been hit by robbers in recent months.
Derek Chauvin was stabbed 22 times in federal prison attack, charges say
The U.S. Attorney's Office identified the alleged perpetrator as 52-year-old John Turscak. He now faces charges of attempted murder, assault with intent to commit murder, assault with a dangerous weapon, and assault resulting in serious bodily injury.
