Elected officials react to Highland Park mass shooting
Federal, state and local officials expressed grief and outrage after the shooting that let six people dead and two dozen injured.
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Security expert: Highland Park parade shooting appears to be premeditated
Six people were killed and 24 were seriously injured after a gunman opened fire around 10:15 a.m. in the northern suburb.
Man accused of shooting Chicago Police officer 3 times in 'ambush' held on $2 million bond
He yelled "there go police right there," jumped in front of them, and fired multiple times, prosecutors said.
Security cameras capture killer in homicide in West Pullman
Chicago Police are asking for help catching a killer.
Mother begs for justice after no answers in shooting that killed her 5-month-old daughter
"That's my child. I felt every kick."
Three Chicago men federally charged in separate carjackings
A carjacking charge is punishable by up to 15 years in federal prison.
Woman stabbed in South Loop early Friday morning
She sustained a small laceration to the shoulder and was taken to Northwestern Hospital in fair condition.
Data show some types of crimes are decreasing in Chicago, but robberies and carjackings are spiking
We looked at data for the past four years between the months of May and June in the city - leading up to July 4th weekend.
Robberies, carjackings up in May and June compared with same time last year
With the start of the summer months, data show some types of crimes are on the rise, while some have decreased. CBS 2's Suzanne Le Mignot reports.
Police warn of series of catalytic converter thefts on Northwest Side
The offenders pull up alongside parked vehicles, climb underneath and remove the catalytic converter, police said.
3 people injured, one critically, in Princeton Park shooting early Thursday
A male victim, 22, was exiting the rear entrance of a residence when an unknown offender began shooting toward him.
Police issue alert of string of armed robberies on Chicago's Near West Side
In each incident four males between 14 and 18 years old approach the victims, pulled out guns and demanded the victims' property.
Lakeview residents concerned about recent violence in neighborhood where 3 people were stabbed
"I just want to make sure my employees and the staff and customers are safe."
Lakeview residents disappointed after 3 shot, 3 stabbed in separate incidents long after Pride
Last week, Ald. Tom Tunney (44th) acknowledged the hours after the parade are problematic.
Two women robbed in separate incidents in Lincoln Park within an hour
It happened in the Lincoln Park neighborhood in broad daylight -- and this isn't the first time.
3 injured in back-to-back shootings in West Englewood
The two shootings happened blocks and moments apart.
Bond denied for Chicago man charged with carjacking woman at gunpoint at Lisle gas station
Police say after a chase Daniel Boyd fled into the woods with the victim's handgun and considered shooting police.
Two shot outside stadium following high school graduation ceremony in Gary
Graduates and guests were exiting the stadium when shots were fired.
Residents on Chicago's northwest side concerned thieves using a machete to rob them
The attacks date back to May 27. Police said they believe it's the same man in all of the attacks. CBS 2 has tallied least eight attacks since the end of May.
Man armed with machete robs two more people in Logan Square, Belmont Gardens
Police on Saturday issued a community alert warning residents of recent robberies.
Hadiya Pendleton's family throws first pitch at Chicago Cubs game as part of anti-gun violence movement
Wrigley Field traded Cubby blue for orange Sunday evening. It was the culmination of the "Wear Orange Weekend," an anti-gun violence movement spearheaded by the family of Hadiya Pendleton.
Man stabbed in Naperville LA Fitness locker room; police searching for attacker
Police say he was confronting a man going through his belongings when he was attacked.
6-year-old in South Side backyard grazed by bullet
The girl was in the Pill Hill neighborhood when she was struck by a bullet around 4 p.m.
2 injured, 1 in critical condition, in South Shore shooting
A 27-year-old was shot multiple times.
CPD Supt. Brown said Memorial Day weekend violence stemmed from 'personal conflicts'
"What we saw this weekend is just an example. It solidifies this idea that it isn't enough to just put additional bodies on it. It's a systemic issue."
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Bobby Crimo III charged with 7 counts of first-degree murder in Highland Park mass shooting
"These are just the first of many charges that will be filed," Lake County State's Attorney Eric Rinehart said.
7th victim dies after Highland Park mass shooting; suspect wore women's clothing to avoid detection
Robert "Bobby" E. Crimo III is now in police custody. Highland Park mayor Nancy Rotering said charges are likely to be filed later Tuesday.
How to help victims of the deadly mass shooting in Highland Park
Several GoFundMe pages, Meal Train links, and other events have been organized to help the victims and their families after Monday's mass shooting at the July 4th parade in Highland Park.
Highland Park mass shooting suspect's guns were purchased legally
The suspect was armed with two high-powered rifles that day, authorities said; one that was recovered at the scene, and a second that was discovered in his mother's borrowed car that he was driving when he was arrested.
Both parents of toddler killed in Highland Park mass shooting
Kevin and Irina McCarthy were among the seven killed as a result of the mass shooting.
Chicago Weather Alert: Tornado Warning for McHenry County
People living in the affected areas should take cover immediately.
Highland Park mass shooting suspect's mother at center of some police contact
Video shows a confrontation between the suspect's mother and police on the 1500 block of McDaniels Avenue in Highland Park, as SWAT teams were searching for her son in the immediate aftermath of the shooting.
Glenview teens to compete in international karate tournament
The Maccabiah Games, known as the Jewish Olympics, happen every four years in Israel, bringing together 10,000 athletes from 60 counties to compete in 47 sports.
Survivors recall chaos during Highland Park mass shooting
CBS 2's Tim McNicholas spent Tuesday speaking with people who ran for their lives, hid in vacant storefronts and took cover in apartment doorways.
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Bobby Crimo III charged with 7 counts of first-degree murder in Highland Park mass shooting
"These are just the first of many charges that will be filed," Lake County State's Attorney Eric Rinehart said.
7th victim dies after Highland Park mass shooting; suspect wore women's clothing to avoid detection
Robert "Bobby" E. Crimo III is now in police custody. Highland Park mayor Nancy Rotering said charges are likely to be filed later Tuesday.
How to help victims of the deadly mass shooting in Highland Park
Several GoFundMe pages, Meal Train links, and other events have been organized to help the victims and their families after Monday's mass shooting at the July 4th parade in Highland Park.
Highland Park mass shooting suspect's guns were purchased legally
The suspect was armed with two high-powered rifles that day, authorities said; one that was recovered at the scene, and a second that was discovered in his mother's borrowed car that he was driving when he was arrested.
Both parents of toddler killed in Highland Park mass shooting
Kevin and Irina McCarthy were among the seven killed as a result of the mass shooting.
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Highland Park mass shooting suspect got FOID card despite previous encounters with police
The suspect in Monday's deadly mass shooting in Highland Park threatened to "kill everyone" with knives and swords in 2019, which raises the question of how Crimo was able to obtain a FOID card in 2020.
Chicago's Arab American community launches campaign to end racial profiling
Following a story we broke Thursday night on CBS 2, Chicago's Arab American community is demanding police end the use of suspicious activity reporting after a groundbreaking study found the reports were being used as tool for racial profiling.
Unfounded suspicious activity reports target Arabs, Muslims in routine activities, report shows
The report confirms what many have suspected for decades: being suspicious has less to do with what a person is doing, and more to do with what they look like.
Five years after her brother's murder, one Chicago woman learns justice will never come
Chicago Police have low arrest rates, but higher rates for cleared or closed cases. We dig into what's behind those numbers.
Dixmoor Treasurer Anthony McCaskill arrested after fireworks complaint in Harvey
A fireworks show in south suburban Harvey didn't go as planned – it ended with the Dixmoor village treasurer getting thrown in jail.
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Ald. James Cappleman says he won't run for re-election in 2023
A former Franciscan friar and social worker, Cappleman has represented the 46th Ward, which includes the Uptown neighborhood and part of the Lakeview neighborhood, since 2011.
Kinzinger: "Stay tuned" for more evidence in Jan. 6 hearings; "There will be way more information"
At least two more hearings are scheduled this month that aim to show how Trump illegally directed a violent mob toward the Capitol on Jan. 6, and then failed to take quick action to stop the attack once it began.
Indiana transgender girl athlete raises voice against school sports ban
Transgender girls in Indiana are now banned from playing on girls' teams at schools in that state.
Chicago's Arab American community launches campaign to end racial profiling
Following a story we broke Thursday night on CBS 2, Chicago's Arab American community is demanding police end the use of suspicious activity reporting after a groundbreaking study found the reports were being used as tool for racial profiling.
Supreme Court limits EPA's authority to regulate greenhouse gas emissions
The ruling delivers a significant blow to the Biden administration's efforts to fight climate change.
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Flight delays and cancellations are expected to be a disaster this holiday weekend
Buckle up for a weekend of travel chaos – starting Thursday, mass delays and cancellations are expected just to get worse heading into the holiday weekend.
After losing rental income, Chicago man gets stuck with long wait from state assistance program
Rental income was part of a Chicago man's retirement plan, but that hit a snag when his renters lost their jobs during the pandemic.
Kroger, Walgreens recall pain medications over faulty child-proofing
There's nothing wrong with the medication, but the bottles don't meet standards for child resistance.
Woman loses $17,000 in gift card scam perpetrated by Microsoft security impostor
Woodfield Mall in Schaumburg was the site of a post-Christmas shopping spree that Cynthia DeSimone still regrets months later – and it wasn't her idea at all.
Getting Hosed: D.C. has an app to warn customers of high water usage; could Chicago use the same?
What if there were a way to get warnings about high water usage before the bill arrived in the mail?
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New Indiana law aims to address state's nursing shortage
The Indiana Hospital Association said the state will still need about 5,000 more nurses by 2031.
Planned Parenthood of Illinois prepares for huge spike in demand for abortion services
Every state that borders Illinois has or could soon have restrictions on abortion in the wake of the striking down of Roe v. Wade.
Supreme Court overturns Roe v. Wade
The Supreme Court Friday overturned the landmark 1973 Roe v. Wade ruling, which guaranteed a woman's right to abortion. The ruling sends the issue back to the states. CBS News chief legal correspondent Jan Crawford reports.
Wisconsin doctors halt abortions after Roe v. Wade overturned
Wisconsin has an 1849 law that bans abortion, except to save the life of the mother, but whether that law is enforceable is expected to be challenged in court.
COVID-19 vaccines to be available for younger children soon, but many parents still hesitant
A Kaiser poll taken earlier this spring found fewer than one in five parents would get their children under 5 vaccinated right away.
Business
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Employees go on strike at Starbucks on Ridge Avenue in Edgewater
The employees said Starbucks has cut their hours and has forced the staff to do more with fewer people.
Billionaire Ken Griffin moving Chicago-based hedge fund Citadel to Miami
In a note to employees at Citadel, Griffin announced he already has moved his family to Miami, and will soon be bringing the company with him, though some Citadel employees will remain in Chicago.
Chicago company using fungi from Yellowstone to grow vegan protein products
The edible fungi was discovered as part of a NASA-funded research mission about life in extreme environments.
Black-owned and operated craft coffee shop works to expand, and to inspire entrepreneurs
The coffee shop wants to support Black, Latinx, and women entrepreneurs get their own start.
Kellogg to split into three companies, with snack division headquarters in Chicago
The snack company – which accounts for 80% of Kellogg's current sales – will have dual campuses in Battle Creek and Chicago, with its headquarters in Chicago.
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Glenview teens to compete in international karate tournament
The Maccabiah Games, known as the Jewish Olympics, happen every four years in Israel, bringing together 10,000 athletes from 60 counties to compete in 47 sports.
Arraez gets 3 hits as Twins beat White Sox 6-3 in 10 innings
Luis Arraez had three hits, including a tiebreaking RBI single in Minnesota's four-run 10th inning, and the Twins beat the Chicago White Sox 6-3 on Monday night.
Caratini's HR in 10th gives Brewers 5-2 victory over Cubs
Caratini's big hit followed an eventful ninth inning that featured an inside-the-park homer from Chicago's Seiya Suzuki and a two-out, bases-loaded walk by Milwaukee's Christian Yelich.
Giolito sharp as White Sox complete sweep of Giants 13-4
Giolito's best start in more than a month enabled manager Tony La Russa to rest his weary bullpen that has been without closer Liam Hendriks since June 14.
Wick's 2-run error in 11th gifts Red Sox 4-2 win over Cubs
Boston stopped Chicago's four-game winning streak, which had tied the Cubs' season high.
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Chicago July 4 Fireworks 2022: Where and when to watch shows around the area
Celebrate the Fourth of July with these fireworks shows around the Chicagoland area.
Rhapsody Theater celebrates grand opening in historic Rogers Park space
The official debut of the 200-seat space Tuesday evening featured magician Carisa Hendrix – better known by her stage name, Miss Lucy Darling.
Volunteer men's chorus The Jolly Boys celebrate 75 years performing
For the last three quarters of a century, the Jolly Boys have shared their song throughout Chicagoland.
Chicago's Jennifer Hudson is now part of exclusive EGOT club with Tony win for 'A Strange Loop'
Hudson produced the new musical "A Strange Loop" which won for Best Musical Sunday night.
Jury awards millions to Johnny Depp, less to Amber Heard in libel suits
The judge said state law caps punitive damages at $350,000, meaning Depp's award would total $10.35 million.
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Block party in Gary, Indiana leaves 3 dead and 7 wounded
CBS 2's Asal Rezaei reports police have not released information on a suspect.
Chicago Weather Alert: Storms roll in
CBS 2 meteorologist Robb Ellis has a look at the forecast.
Highland Park community members gather to pray after mass shooting
Some who were at Monday's parade during the mass shooting want to focus on community, peace, and togetherness.
Highland Park gunman got FOID card despite previous encounters with police
The suspect in Monday's deadly mass shooting in Highland Park threatened to “kill everyone” with knives and swords in 2019, which raises the question of how Crimo was able to obtain a FOID card in 2020.
Police provide new details on July 4th mass shooting in Highland Park
We are learning critical new details in the deadly mass shooting in Highland Park, including the names of six of the seven people who died, as well as the investigation into what happened before and after the attack.
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