Chicago Riverwalk between Stetson, Columbus will close for water rescue training
You'll likely see helicopters and marine units - as well as SWAT trucks and other special police vehicles.
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You'll likely see helicopters and marine units - as well as SWAT trucks and other special police vehicles.
A bystander witnessed the adult victim falling into the water and reported it.
The mural at Fireman's Park honors three firefighters who died while fighting an arson fire in 1985.
The mural at Fireman's Park honors three firefighters who died while fighting an arson fire in 1985.
It is not yet clear what started the fire or how much damage it did.
This weekend's warm weather makes for a great day at the ballpark. On Saturday you can catch a game while supporting the city's police and firefighters. CPD officers Omar Gomez and Eric Bermudez representing the Chicago Police Knights, and CFD firefighter Tony Budvaitis with the Bravest talk more about their upcoming matchup.
The woman was identified as Amy Kelts, 20, of Edgewater.
One of the three defendants took a plea deal after the trial started, and agreed to testify against the other two.
Two separate juries convicted Devin Barron and Jaylen Saulsberry for the 2020 murder.
They say even a sparkler can cause serious burns if there is an accident.
On Dec. 3, 2020, retired Lt. Williams, 65, was shot and killed as he was targeted for his red Jeep.
On Dec. 3, 2020, retired Chicago Fire Lt. Dwain Williams, 65, was shot and killed as he was targeted for his red Jeep. Three men are on trial in his murder, while a fourth defendant is testifying against them. CBS 2's Tara Molina reports.
A pit of burning flags might be a surprising image for Flag Day – but such an action is sometimes required by the Flag Code.
Investigators said the suspects were part of a carjacking ring.
Mayor Brandon Johnson and CFD commissioner Annette Nance-Holt were on hand to congratulate the new graduates.
Flames and smoke were seen coming from a penthouse, located at 999 N. Lake Shore Drive.
The CFD also wants to get out a few safety tips: Never swim alone, never leave children unattended, and for boaters, make sure everyone has a life jacket.
There's no word yet on the cause.
Our cameras spotted those investigators at the house near Rutherford and Wrightwood in the Montclare neighborhood.
He disappeared under the waves near 26th and Ashland while searching for a missing boater and never resurfaced.
CFD crews quickly put out the flames Wednesday morning at an apartment building fire on Central near Washington.
A cat in Chicago's Austin neighborhood is quickly going through his nine lives, after being saved not once, but twice by Chicago firefighters.
CFD members have serious contract concerns – considering they are going on two years without a new one.
Chicago Fire Department members have serious contract concerns – considering they are going on two years without a new one. CBS 2's Jermont Terry reports.
The trip was organized by the Chicago-based Polsky Foundation. Its goal was to build awareness about the dangers firefighters face in Ukrainian war zones.
For the fans, the focus right now is on how Williams and the rest of the team perform on the field. Some are already dreaming of a Super Bowl appearance.
Chicago (87-69) reduced its magic number to one and could wrap up a berth if the Diamondbacks lose to the Yankees later Sunday.
Williams departed with a right hamstring injury midway through the fourth quarter.
Williams got hurt while scrambling toward the sideline deep in Vikings territory with about 7 1/2 minutes left.
The McHenry County Sheriff's Office said that a 2024 Toyota Tacoma was traveling westbound on Butternut Drive when the driver failed to negotiate a curve.
President Trump said that he has agreed to convert plans for a massive triumphal arch into a "top grade Military Complex," equipped with snipers and drone storage.
President Trump said Friday that three outlets would be banned from the White House, "effective immediately."
Fuel prices continue to climb across the country, and that has U.S. Sen. Dick Durbin (D-Illinois) pointing the finger at President Trump.
Americans are optimistic about scientific advances in AI, but concerned that AI may take jobs.
The vice president headlines a Council Bluffs rally Friday, his second Iowa stop this year. He's been one of the GOP's most visible midterm surrogates, with trips to Kansas, Wisconsin and Ohio.
Fuel prices continue to climb across the country, and that has U.S. Sen. Dick Durbin (D-Illinois) pointing the finger at President Trump.
Nicor customers will get a break on their bills this fall after Illinois Attorney General Kwame Roul reached an agreement with the utility to cut $140 million from its requested rate hike.
Drivers in Chicago and beyond were paying the highest gas prices ever recorded for the Labor Day holiday as millions of Americans were making their way home on Monday.
Around 115 million domestic and international tourists visited Illinois last year, pushing visitor spending past $50 billion for the first time and generating more than $88 billion in total economic impact.
Illinois Attorney General Kwame Raoul filed a lawsuit Thursday against ABC Plumbing, Heating, Cooling & Electric Inc., alleging deceptive business practices.
Nearly half of Americans with medical debt owe at least $2,000, forcing them to make tough choices, new research shows.
A judge on Tuesday was expected to place two shuttered Chicago-area safety-net hospitals into receivership.
Cardinal Blase Cupich and a group of Catholic nuns have joined a federal lawsuit challenging Illinois' Medical Aid in Dying law, which is set to take effect in just over a week.
Flies have been everywhere this summer in the Chicago area, and some of them bite. But why is this happening?
Prime Healthcare is drawing criticism after announcing it will stop obstetrics services at three Chicago-area hospitals.
The future of Rate Field was back in the spotlight on Wednesday.
Plans for a new Chicago White Sox stadium in the South Loop have residents near the existing ballpark in Bridgeport concerned, not just because the team might be leaving, but also what might be coming nearby.
A new report from the University of Illinois Chicago said federal immigration enforcement led to $1.26 billion in unspent money at retail establishments and restaurants in Cook County.
Around 115 million domestic and international tourists visited Illinois last year, pushing visitor spending past $50 billion for the first time and generating more than $88 billion in total economic impact.
A new Whole Foods Market is coming to Chicago's Old Town neighborhood.
Duncan Sheik died on Thursday night, his family said.
Aaron Rowe, Beoga, Lukas Graham and Finneas all released statements Tuesday on Instagram saying they were withdrawing from Ed Sheeran's tour.
Performer Macklemore is being dropped from Ed Sheeran's Loop tour after making on-stage statements that some found controversial.
Dubbed the "Designer to the Stars," Bob Mackie won nine Emmy Awards, a Tony Award and was nominated for three Oscars.
The stage was set and the air was humid as rapper Ye, formerly known as Kanye West, took the stage for the first of two Chicago concerts at Soldier Field Thursday night.
Organizers were concerned about the soggy grounds, so they didn't open the gates on Sunday until 2 p.m.
Investigators say the victims, a 42-year-old man and a 15-year-old boy, were standing outside when someone pulled out a gun and shot them from a distance.
Pet owners were invited to deck their dogs out in their best Bavarian gear and take part in the Oktoberfest dog parade. In all, 44 dogs took part.
The president's arch announcement came as he continued to come under scrutiny for banning some news organizations from the White House, including CNN, MS NOW and Politico.
While they didn't come out on top, falling 9 to 3 to the Minnesota Vikings during Sunday's home opener, fans say they are optimistic the team could make it to the Super Bowl.
For the fans, the focus right now is on how Williams and the rest of the team perform on the field. Some are already dreaming of a Super Bowl appearance.
The confrontation between protesters and the agents was caught on video, showing one of the agents using what appeared to be pepper spray.
According to Chicago police, eight people, between the ages of 14 and 47, were shot during the weekend.
Williams departed with a right hamstring injury midway through the fourth quarter.
The McHenry County Sheriff's Office said that a 2024 Toyota Tacoma was traveling westbound on Butternut Drive when the driver failed to negotiate a curve.
The village of Grayslake is touting a new massive data center, but neighbors say they weren't given an opportunity to make their voices heard before the project was approved.
A Cicero woman is suing Uber and a driver after the driver allegedly sexually assaulted her. She and her boyfriend said Uber hired him despite the driver having a criminal background.
Both hospitals were supposed to be placed in receivership, but after five hours of closed-door negotiations on Tuesday, it is still unclear what the future holds for both hospitals.
Chicago police crime data show 255 reported crimes in the last two years on the two blocks where the former Hard Rock and Rainforest cafés sit vacant. Neighbors have been calling the city about the alley between them for six years.
A three-year effort by the Cook County Sheriff's Office to help bring down crime on the Magnificent Mile in downtown Chicago appears to be working.
For the fans, the focus right now is on how Williams and the rest of the team perform on the field. Some are already dreaming of a Super Bowl appearance.
Chicago (87-69) reduced its magic number to one and could wrap up a berth if the Diamondbacks lose to the Yankees later Sunday.
Williams departed with a right hamstring injury midway through the fourth quarter.
Williams got hurt while scrambling toward the sideline deep in Vikings territory with about 7 1/2 minutes left.
The Wiener's Circle made good on their promise twice last season thanks to Caleb Williams and Head Coach Ben Johnson
An off duty Cook County Sheriff's correctional officer was among three men injured in a shooting during fight in River North early Saturday morning.
A man was found dead of an apparent self-inflicted gunshot wound after firing shots at an Indiana State Police trooper and fleeing the scene on Friday afternoon in rural LaPorte County.
A second person has been charged with killing a man by pushing him out of a moving CTA Red Line train last week on the South Side.
Darreon Plummer's flight to Washington state after Da'J Flowers was killed was itself evidence he committed the crime, the judge said, rejecting a defense request for electronic monitoring.
Inside the home, owned by Eugene Horsch and connected to his father, R.C. Horsch, authorities have found a trove of digital images, a so-called laboratory of chemicals and a small marijuana grow operation.
