7 hospitalized after fire breaks out in South Shore Chicago high-rise
People were seen screaming for help as they found themselves trapped in the burning building and hung out of the windows. CBS 2's Jermont Terry reports.
People were seen screaming for help as they found themselves trapped in the burning building and hung out of the windows. CBS 2's Jermont Terry reports.
The second floor of the two-story home was left full of debris after the roof collapsed.
Chicago firefighter hospitalized after battling fire at Roseland home
The driver of the other vehicle is hospitalized in critical condition
Omotayo Kassim, 34, was charged with attempted murder, and aggravated discharge of a firearm from an occupied vehicle.
According to the Chicago Fire Department, the firefighter was shot multiple times around 5:30 a.m.
"That elder is now dead because of your mistake and now the taxpayers will pay for it. and you'll collect a pension that we are going to pay for."
The fire was struck out minutes later with crews chasing hot spots.
The Chicago Fire Department responded to the scene near Mount Clare and Diversey avenues before 5 a.m.
Crews were on the scene around 5:30 a.m. at 119th Street and Eggleston Avenue.
They believed the homes were vacant until the woman was found during a search.
Chicago Fire Department officials said a person in their 70s was pulled out of a burning home in the 5900 block of South Elizabeth Street.
Larry Langford with the Chicago Fire Department is asking drivers to slow down and make room for emergency crews.
Investigators are looking into what started those flames.
Firefighter Omotayo Kassim is accused of shooting a man in a road rage incident on New Year's Eve. CBS 2's Charlie De Mar reports.
After the judge made her decision to release Omotayo Kassim, the victim’s family let out a resounding, “Wow!” in the courtroom. CBS 2's Sabrina Franza reports.
Omotayo Kassim was charged with shooting a man in a suspected road rage incident on Foster Avenue west of Ashland Avenue on New Year's Eve. CBS 2's Sabrina Franza reports.
Omotayo Kassim, 34, has been charged with multiple felony counts in the suspected road rage shooting on New Year's Eve.
Omotayo Kassim, 34, is charged with three felony counts. CBS 2's Jermont Terry reports.
Omotayo Kassim, 34, is charged with three felony counts.
While the firehouse waits on repairs, the captain says the ambulance parks outside during the day – and stages at different firehouses overnight. CBS 2’s Noel Brennan reports.
A Chicago fire captain is worried a broken garage door is slowing down fire crews on the city’s Northwest Side. CBS 2's Noel Brennan reports.
Has been more than a week now – and repairs still haven't been made to the Engine 89, Truck 56, and Ambulance 46 firehouse at 3945 W. Peterson Ave.
CBS 2's Bob Wallace is on the scene as Chicago Police officers and firefighters face off at the old original Lindy's Chili location in McKinley Park. Original airdate: March 11, 1981.
The tree is filled with ornaments honoring those Chicago police officers and firefighters who died in the line of duty.
Justin Mis performed CPR on the girl, who was only 3 or 4 months old at the time and was in cardiac arrest.
Alex Valadez Jr. accepted his eighth-grade diploma Thursday from St. John the Baptist School in Whiting, Indiana.
Trailing 8-2 entering the bottom of the ninth inning, the White Sox scored four runs and closed within 8-6.
The legislation was spurred by CBS 2's story of a woman who said she was sexually abused by a teacher at her Chicago Public Schools high school.
This comes on the heels of other attacks in and near the Loop this month – including the brutal beating of a man on Michigan Avenue.
The legislation was spurred by CBS 2's story of a woman who said she was sexually abused by a teacher at her Chicago Public Schools high school.
In the first 21 days of May, Border Patrol agents recorded a daily average of roughly 3,700 migrant apprehensions between ports of entry, a 54% decrease from December.
Justice Samuel Alito has come under scrutiny after the New York Times reported two instances of controversial flags flown outside his Virginia and New Jersey houses.
Wisconsin criminal justice advocates are arguing that Republican-backed cash bail constitutional amendments approved by voters last year should be invalidated over procedural flaws.
The abortion pill legislation could be a template for other states to take aim at the medication commonly used in early-stage pregnancies.
A string of recalls connected to Wisconsin-based supplier Schreiber Foods has now extended to Aldi stores after similar recalls at Hy-Vee and other grocery chains.
With more and more such companies popping up, and salespeople showing up on doorsteps, who is making sure they're legitimate?
It also happens that the contractor was on a list specifically provided by the state.
Alderpeople are looking to try to stop rogue towers from making thousands off drivers who thought they were signing their car away to someone they could trust.
Employees at dozens of now-closed Foxtrot Market and Dom's Kitchen stores, now jobless, wonder what comes next for them as their paychecks will soon end.
Chicago health officials said medetomidine has not previously been detected in Chicago.
North Carolina Republicans are pushing forward with their plan to repeal a pandemic-era law, citing crime and recent campus protests.
Thursday was Mental Health Action Day and CBS is partnering with MTV to provide grants to local nonprofits that give people the tools to improve their mental health.
So far, there have been eight cases of invasive meningococcal disease in Chicago in 2024 to date.
Researchers hope their findings will inspire action to make hearing aid devices more affordable since they can cost over $1,000 per ear.
No one was hurt but the fire burned a charred area on the outside of the mall.
The owner, Andy Kalish, says he just doesn't have the energy to keep it going.
Lagunitas will move its Chicago brewing operation to their original brewery in California by early August, and permanently close its Chicago brewery and taproom.
They are concerned about increased congestion and environmental concerns.
Consumers may pay more, or less, for the same items by stocking up just a few miles away.
It was not specified whether Young or someone else involved in the concert was ill, and or what the ill person was suffering from.
"The Miseducation of Lauryn Hill" topped Apple Music's list while Michael Jackson's "Thriller," Stevie Wonder's "Songs in the Key of Life" and Nirvana's "Nevermind" finished in the top 10.
Those auditioning were asked to sing 16 bars a cappella from a contemporary musical theatre song to show their range.
Hip-hop mogul Sean "Diddy" Combs posted a video on social media apologizing for his "inexcusable" behavior and that he takes "full responsibility" for his actions.
Jim Parsons and Mayim Bialik are reprising their roles from "Big Bang Theory" in part one of the "Young Sheldon" series finale.
CBS 2 Chief Meteorologist Albert Ramon has your 10 p.m. First Alert Weather forecast for Thursday, May 23, 2024.
What if the CTA had an app to call for help privately, or report a public transit problem or concern, anytime and anywhere? It is already happening in other major cities. So why isn’t Chicago exploring the same solution? CBS 2's Tara Molina reports.
Mis performed CPR on the girl, who was only 3 or 4 months old at the time and was in cardiac arrest.
Nearly 15 years after he was killed in the line of duty, the Chicago Police Department once again showed support for the family of Officer Alejandro Valadez as his son finishes eighth grade.
The legislation was spurred by CBS 2's story of a woman who said she was sexually abused by a teacher at her Chicago Public Schools high school.
This comes on the heels of other attacks in and near the Loop this month – including the brutal beating of a man on Michigan Avenue.
It is already happening in other major cities. So why isn't Chicago exploring the same solution?
It was not specified whether Young or someone else involved in the concert was ill, and or what the ill person was suffering from.
Justin Mis performed CPR on the girl, who was only 3 or 4 months old at the time and was in cardiac arrest.
Alex Valadez Jr. accepted his eighth-grade diploma Thursday from St. John the Baptist School in Whiting, Indiana.
After learning of the woman's troubled history and other aspects of the case, lawmakers in Springfield spoke out passionately on the Illinois House floor.
Former Supt. Eddie Johnson was adamant that he is not being paid by the company to promote it. He said he just thinks it works.
Plenty of high school seniors are 18 years old, and some are even older.
Maria Roque filed numerous police reports and got a protection order. But the system that was supposed to protect her failed.
Chicago does not resell their guns, but some suburban police departments do to reduce costs.
Trailing 8-2 entering the bottom of the ninth inning, the White Sox scored four runs and closed within 8-6.
Marina Mabrey had 21 points, seven assists and six rebounds to help the Chicago Sky beat the New York Liberty 90-81.
The NCAA and five major college sports conferences have agreed to settle antitrust allegations for nearly $2.8 billion over the next 10 years.
Eberflus called the attendance at OTAs "great" despite some vets like WR Keenan Allen and DE Montez Sweat not practicing.
Jarred Kelenic hit a solo homer, rookie AJ Smith-Shawver worked 4 1/3 three-hit innings in his first start of the season and the Atlanta Braves topped the Chicago Cubs 3-0.
This comes on the heels of other attacks in and near the Loop this month – including the brutal beating of a man on Michigan Avenue.
It is already happening in other major cities. So why isn't Chicago exploring the same solution?
The victim was rushed to Northwestern Memorial Hospital, and was initially reported in fair condition, police said.
Police sources said the mother and son were together for the duration of a crime spree – before they were both arrested.
A man got out of a sport-utility vehicle with a gun in hand, and demanded the woman's belongings, police said.