Stolen car leads police on chase, causes crashes on Dan Ryan
Four people were inside the stolen car at the time – and Illinois State Police they might have been involved in another crime earlier in the day in Chicago. CBS 2's Jermont Terry reports.
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Stolen car being pursued by police causes crashes, panic on Dan Ryan Expressway
Everyone in the stolen white Infiniti took off running, and remained on the run late Monday night.
Chicago shooting near Dan Ryan Expressway leaves three men wounded
All three victims were taken to the University of Chicago Medical center in good condition.
Pedestrian hit by multiple vehicles on Dan Ryan Expressway
That person was hit by two to three cars just after 11 p.m. on I-94 near 75th Street, according to Illinois State Police.
Man arrested after kidnapping 3-year-old daughter in Cicero, leading police on chase
A police officer was seen carrying a child wrapped in a blanket away from the scene where the suspect was arrested.
Driver killed in wrong-way crash on Dan Ryan Expressway
Illinois State Police said around 4:45 a.m., troopers responded to multiple calls of a wrong-way driver on I-94 traveling southbound in the northbound lanes near Roosevelt.
Inbound Kennedy ramp to Ida B. Wells Drive now closed
Crews are making pavement repairs to the bridge that carries Ida B. Wells Drive and the Eisenhower Expressway over the South Branch of the Chicago River.
One person critically injured in fiery crash on Dan Ryan Expressway
A car rear-ended a semi-trailer truck, and photos showed both vehicles appeared to be burned.
Person critically hurt after fiery crash on Dan Ryan Expressway
The Fire Department said the accident happened around 9 p.m. on the southbound Dan Ryan just south of the junction with the Stevenson Expressway, around 2500 South.
On Illinois highways, IDOT spends millions to clean up bags of trash
In 2022, crews picked up 70 tons of litter. To date in 2023, they've collected about 47 tons.
On Illinois highways, IDOT spends millions to clean up bags of trash every day
It's seemingly never-ending work. Crews with the Illinois Department of Transportation said they've constantly removing trash and debris from expressways.
Shooting near 69th and Dan Ryan leaves man, 78, wounded in back
The man who was shot was crossing the street in the crosswalk and was not the intended target, police said.
78-year-old man shot while crossing South Side street
The shooting happened at 69th Street and the Dan Ryan Expressway.
State police catch carjacking suspect after chase on Dan Ryan, foot pursuit
The troopers eventually caught up to the man, and he was apprehended.
Carjacking suspect caught after chase and foot pursuit
It happened just before 5:30 a.m. Monday on the southbound Dan Ryan Expressway at Garfield Boulevard.
Semi-truck crashes on northbound Dan Ryan Expressway near Chinatown feeder ramp
The semi is blocking the inbound Chinatown feeder ramp.
Semi truck crashes, blocking traffic on Dan Ryan Expressway
The semi is blocking the inbound Chinatown feeder ramp.
2 seriously hurt after crash on southbound Dan Ryan Expressway at Taylor Street
The crash happened around 1:15 a.m. in the southbound lanes at Taylor Street.
ISP investigating after shots fired on Stevenson Expressway near Damen Avenue
Police said the victim pulled over on the Dan Ryan Expressway at 31st Street to report the shooting.
ISP investigating after couple's van struck by gunfire on Stevenson Expressway
The couple said they were heading into work when their window was shot out on I-55, but it ended near the Dan Ryan.
Semi truck driver hospitalized after rollover crash on Dan Ryan Expressway
Illinois State Police say around 7 a.m., troopers responded to a single-vehicle crash in the southbound lanes at 47th Street involving a truck tractor semi-trailer.
Police update: Car plows into four fans outside Guaranteed Rate Field
Chicago Police Deputy Chief Fred Melean has an update on the hit-and-run that left four fans injured before the White Sox game Tuesday night.
Four fans hurt in hit-and-run outside Guaranteed Rate Field before White Sox game
The car that hit the pedestrians later crashed on the Dan Ryan Expressway, and four suspects were arrested. CBS 2's Andrew Ramos reports.
School bus flips over on side on Dan Ryan Expressway; 6 youngsters injured
The accident happened in the northbound local lanes of the Dan Ryan at 35th Street.
Six kids, teens injured when school bus flips over on Dan Ryan Expressway
Annual inspection records of the bus shows it needed to be inspected multiple times before passing Indiana state standards in April. CBS 2's Charlie De Mar reports.
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Justin Fields leads Bears to 28-13 win over Lions, for first back-to-back wins under Matt Eberflus
Receiver DJ Moore had his first career rushing touchdown and caught a scoring pass to help Chicago (5-8) win for the third time in four games.
Armed robbery suspect arrested after attacking pair in Old Irving Park, police say
The victims suffered minor injuries and were taken to Swedish Hospital for treatment.
Citations issued after woman hurt in 2-car collision in Avalon Park
A woman was driving a Mitsubishi SUV heading eastbound on 86th when she collided with a Nissan sedan in the intersection, police said.
Driver killed in head-on crash by suspected drunk driver in Wheeling
Police say a vehicle was traveling in the wrong lane when it struck a single on-coming car - killing the 53-year-old driver.
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Driver killed in head-on crash by suspected drunk driver in Wheeling
Police say a vehicle was traveling in the wrong lane when it struck a single on-coming car - killing the 53-year-old driver.
Full reopening of Kennedy Expressway means smoother ride for drivers
The entire project is set to be completed in December of 2025, so drivers shouldn't hit the gas to hard just yet.
Off-duty Chicago police officer killed in Tinley Park traffic crash
Village officials say both drivers were taken to Silver Cross Hospital where the officer was pronounced dead.
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Justin Fields leads Bears to 28-13 win over Lions, for first back-to-back wins under Matt Eberflus
Receiver DJ Moore had his first career rushing touchdown and caught a scoring pass to help Chicago (5-8) win for the third time in four games.
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Two men detail their claims of abuse at a place where young children were sent for help
This is national story now percolating right here in Chicago - allegations brought forward in a federal lawsuit by children now grown.
Foxx calls findings on how many Black women were victims of crime in 2022 "jarring"
Foxx is one of a handful of local, state, and national leaders responding a CBS 2 series of reports, Investigating Injustice: Black Women At Risk.
Chicago's enters new deal with crime database from same company as ShotSpotter
As CBS 2 Investigator Megan Hickey reported, the way the public found out about the deal CrimeTracer was surprising.
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.
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Texas court temporarily halts ruling allowing woman to have emergency abortion
Kate Cox, a mother of two, said she found out last week that her unborn child suffered from what doctors say is a fatal disorder.
Chi vs. Hate ordinance would make it easier to report hate incidents, alderwoman says
Chicago Police data show there have been 254 hate crimes reported so far this year alone - compared with 204 last year, 109 in 2021, and 80 in 2020.
Ed Burke trial: Jury hears recordings of Burke aide on holding up driveway permits
The permits – and how the city's longest-serving alderman is accused of holding them up for a would-be client – are central to the federal extortion case against Burke.
Chicago migrant crisis: Records shed light on contract for tents, city cracks down on buses
The Mayor's office told us they are in talks with the owner on a lot in Brighton Park where a tent base camp was called off by Gov. JB Pritzker.
Trump gag order in 2020 election case largely upheld by appeals court
A federal appeals court heard arguments in November over the gag order limiting what Trump can say about the 2020 election-related case filed against him in Washington, D.C.
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Privacy concerns at Chicago parking garage prompt proposed law change
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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
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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.
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FDA approves gene-editing treatment for sickle cell disease
Sickle cell disease affects approximately 100,000 people in the U.S., predominantly people of color.
An end to breast cancer? California company develops groundbreaking vaccine with promising future
An estimated one in eight women will develop breast cancer in their lifetime, killing on average 42,000 a year in the U.S. But what if a vaccine could significantly lower each woman's chance of ever getting it in the first place?
Two babies infected with rare bacteria linked to baby formula recalls last year
Federal health officials confirmed Thursday that two cases of invasive infections caused by cronobacter sakazakii have been reported in 2023.
Panera's caffeine-fueled lemonade cited in second death, suit says
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Slow COVID-19 booster rollout cost thousands of lives, new study says
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Customers line up for hours at drive-thru for new McDonald's concept, CosMc's
CBS 2's Jermont Terry took a trip out to Bolingbrook, off Weber Road, to see if it lived up to the hype.
Crowds, record day of revenue point to comeback on Chicago's Magnificent Mile
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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
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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.
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Justin Fields leads Bears to 28-13 win over Lions, for first back-to-back wins under Matt Eberflus
Receiver DJ Moore had his first career rushing touchdown and caught a scoring pass to help Chicago (5-8) win for the third time in four games.
Blackhawks beat Blues 3-1 for first win streak of the season
Anthony Beauvillier, Alex Vlasic and Jason Dickinson scored, and the Chicago Blackhawks beat the St. Louis Blues 3-1 for their first back-to-back wins of the season.
LSU QB Jayden Daniels wins Heisman Trophy with prolific season
LSU quarterback Jayden Daniels has won the Heisman Trophy in a decisive victory.
Alston scores 25, Loyola Chicago wins 115-64 against Goshen
Philip Alston had 25 points in Loyola Chicago's 115-64 win over Goshen.
DePaul beats Louisville ending Blue Demons' 5-game skid
Jeremiah Oden scored 22 points and Chico Carter Jr. scored 14 points and DePaul ended its five-game losing streak by beating Louisville 75-68.
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Bono impersonator has fans fooled at Old Town bar
Some U2 fans spent the evening thinking they were hanging out with Bono in the flesh and blood – and singing Christmas carols with him.
Ryan O'Neal, star of "Love Story," is dead at 82
Ryan O'Neal, the Oscar-nominated star of films including "Love Story" and "Paper Moon," has died at 82.
CBS presents 'Grammy® Salute to 50 Years of Hip Hop'
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Def Leppard, Journey to play Wrigley Field next summer
The Steve Miller Band will also be joining them.
Fans fall in love with Mona, little puppet from Nanalan' on Tiktok
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Woman hurt in 2-car collision on Chicago's South Side
The woman was taken by the Chicago Fire Department to the University of Chicago Medical Center in good condition.
Driver killed in head on crash in Wheeling
A vehicle was traveling in the wrong lane when it struck a single on-coming car - killing the 53-year-old driver, police said.
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Kennedy Expressway inbound lanes fully reopens - what drivers can expect
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First Alert Weather: Lingering clouds with cooler, breezy conditions
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2 off-duty CPD officers robbed at gunpoint, source says
A police source told CBS 2 that the man stole the police stars, IDs, and FOID cards from the two off-duty women officers.
Scott Eby, who admitted to rape and murder of 3-year-old Riley Fox, dies in prison
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Ed Burke trial: Jury hears recordings of Burke aide on holding up driveway permits
The permits – and how the city's longest-serving alderman is accused of holding them up for a would-be client – are central to the federal extortion case against Burke.
Suspect in multiple bank robberies strikes again on Michigan Avenue
With the holiday shopping bringing out the big crowds, authorities say it is critical to catch the man before he hits again.
55 years in prison for Algonquin woman who admitted to killing boyfriend's parents
Arin Fox, 42, reached the plea agreement back in October.
