Steelers' Dwayne Haskins dies at 24 after being hit by dump truck
Dwayne Haskins was hit by a dump truck while trying to cross a Florida highway early Saturday morning, according to the state's highway patrol.
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1 Killed, 5 Wounded In West Pullman Mass Shooting; 15-Year-Old Girl, Off-Duty Firefighter Among Injured Victims
One of the wounded victims in a mass shooting this weekend was an off-duty firefighter who was shot in the face and seriously hurt. He was celebrating a family member's birthday when the bullets flew.
Woman Dies In Elgin House Fire
A 64-year-old woman died as a result of an Elgin house fire early Saturday morning, fire officials said.
Man Dies After Falling Onto Roosevelt Red Line Tracks
The man was standing by himself when he stumbled and fell onto the tracks, authorities said. When he fell, he hit his head and was electrocuted. He was pronounced dead at the scene.
NW Indiana Property Owner Finds Man's Body After Snowstorm
The man's body was found after a winter storm dropped up to 18 inches of snow near Valparaiso.
Bridgeport Road Worker Killed In I-80 Construction Zone
"I really hope truly that it was an accident. That he tried to move out of the way. We don't have all of the details, just that he went into the closed lanes of traffic."
Bicyclist Dead After Hit By Car On Chicago's West Side
Police said the car went through a yellow light and couldn't stop in time because the pavement was wet after Wednesday morning's rain.
Investigation Continues Over Chicago River Boating Accident Leaving 7-Year-Old Dead
Beaches are closed, river use is up and so are water levels. It heightens risk on the water. Just after 6:30 Wednesday night, things got scary then deadly near Chinatown.
Chicago ER Doctor And The Battle Against COVID-19: 'Stay Home. This Is The Real Deal'
"I deal with gunshots every day and trauma and crazy stuff. And this is the only thing that scares me."
Washington State Reports First Coronavirus Death In U.S.
Washington state health officials said Saturday a person has died of COVID-19, the disease caused by the new coronavirus. It is the first reported coronavirus death in the United States.
Chicago Child Is First Flu Death In Illinois
"It's not too late to get the flu vaccine."
On Board Juice WRLD's Plane: Pounds Of Pot, Prescription Meds; No One Claims Cargo
In addition to the cannabis, authorities also discovered six prescription bottles of liquid codeine, three firearms, and metal piercing bullets.
Authorities: Chicago Man Killed Behind Indiana Apartment
The man was identified as 21-year-old Drequan Burglar of Chicago.
ArcelorMittal Fined $14K After Worker Dies In Train Accident
Officials have said 49-year-old Edwin L. Fleming of Schererville, Indiana, died when the engine he was operating struck a railcar on an adjacent track in a raw materials yard.
Avowed White Supremacist Gets Life Sentence In Charlottesville Car Attack
The "Unite the Right" rally on Aug. 12, 2017, drew hundreds of white nationalists to Charlottesville to protest the planned removal of a statue of Confederate Gen. Robert E. Lee.
Deaths From Brain, Heart Problems Higher For NFL Than MLB
Brain diseases caused or contributed to 39 NFL deaths compared with 16 deaths among baseball players. That amounts to a nearly three times greater risk for NFL players, results that echo an earlier study comparing brain disease deaths in NFL players with the general population.
Woman Sues Weather Channel Over Storm Chaser Son's Death
The suit, filed in federal court in Lubbock, contends that the network knew of the reckless driving habits of Williamson and Yarnall, who also died in the crash.
Teen Charged In 2018 Crash That Killed Elderly Woman
Authorities say a vehicle driven by the teen crossed into the wrong lane on Route 45 in Warren Township and smashed into a car driven by Katherine Lewis of Grayslake.
Shot Fired As Firefighters Respond To Death In Auburn Gresham
One person was arrested after firing a gun into a closet while Chicago Fire Department crews were responding to a death at a home in the Auburn Gresham neighborhood early Thursday.
Coroner ID's Man Found Dead At Chicago Recycling Center
The Cook County medical examiner's office identified the man as 35-year-old Hugo Marcial Checo Silva.
Man Found Buried Under Materials At Recycling Plant
Police are treating the area as a crime scene.
Local Families Celebrate 'Day Of The Dead Xicágo' In Pilsen On Sunday
While the dates are often near Halloween, and skull imagery can be seen through both events, the two are not connected.
CPD Searches For Shooter Who Killed Elderly Rogers Park Man
"There are a lot of good leads and hopefully we can have enough information to apprehend who would do this horrible deed."
West Nile Virus Death Reported In DuPage County
The 65-year-old victim contracted the disease earlier this month. So far a total of 14 people have been confirmed to have the virus.
Family Grieves After House Fire Kills Baby, Injures Father
The baby's mother and father had just gotten married the night before the fire.
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Lightfoot moving back weekend curfew for minors to 10 p.m., after teen slain at Millennium Park
"I'm urging parents, guardians, and responsible adults in the lives of children to make sure that you know what the rules are, and that you make a plan with your children and young people," Lightfoot said.
Seandell Holliday, 16, had a goal of living to 21 but was fatally shot at Millennium Park
Before he was killed in a large gathering in the Loop, Seandell wrote 10 goals as part of a mentoring program to keep young men out of violence.
Marion Richardson, suspect in Millennium Park shooting death of Seandell Holliday in court
Police said 17-year-old Richardson, who they believe was involved in the shooting, was found a block away on Michigan Avenue.
Woman attacked, robbed on CTA train in The Loop
Police said there was a physical altercation and the offenders took the victim's purse.
1 person injured, dog rescued after apartment building fire in Irving Park
Firefighters rescued a dog from underneath a bed.
Evanston Township High School requiring masks starting Monday
Students and staff will have to wear masks indoors, regardless of vaccination status.
Biden to travel Tuesday to Buffalo following mass shooting
Ten people were killed Saturday in what officials are calling a hate crime and a case of racially motivated violent extremism.
5 dead, 29 wounded in weekend shootings across Chicago
At least five people are dead and 29 others were wounded following weekend shootings in the city.
Old Town residents meet with CPD to discuss safety after crowds took over North Avenue Beach
This weekend's havoc in the Loop is only adding more urgency to Monday night's already-planned meeting with police about what, if anything, can be done to maintain order.
CBS 2 celebrates National Nurses Week
Meet some of the many local nurses saving lives and making a difference in the Chicago area.
Groundbreaking Monday at new $19.5 M wellness center in South Austin
The new wellness center is part of Mayor Lori Lightfoot's Invest South-West initiative.
USPS hosting job fairs in Englewood and Grand Crossing this week
Available jobs include seasonal, part-time and full-time positions.
Schaumburg virtual career fair kicks off Monday
From 11 a.m. to 2 p.m., the virtual event will offer more than 25 employers looking to hire.
Residents in Clarendon Hills protest against Dunkin Drive thru; concerns of noise and road safety
Residents in Claredon Hills express their concerns about a new Dunkin drive-thru.
Chicago Weather: Sunny day ahead
A few nice Spring days are ahead.
14-year-old killed in shootout at North Chicago gas station
The victim and someone inside a vehicle started shooting at each other before those in the vehicle fled the scene.
Loop rally protests murder of Palestinian-America journalist
Marchers blame Israel for the death of Shireen Abu Akleh, a reporter for Al-Jazeera.
Most Holy Redeemer celebrates Father Al's 100th birthday
He is now the oldest and longest serving priest in the Chicago Archdiocese.
911 dispatcher Keith Thornton Jr. calls Chicago a place that 'caters strictly to criminals who target the innocent'
Thornton is the 911 dispatcher praised for how he coordinated the response the night officers Ella French and Carlos Yanez were shot in the line of duty.
17-year-old charged with murder in death of Seandell Holliday, killed in Millennium Park
The teen is facing charges of second degree murder, aggravated battery and aggravated unlawful use of a weapon.
Navy Pier hosts 5K race
Money raised supports Navy Pier's nonprofit endeavors.
Air conditioning back on at Sneider Apartments after 3 deaths
The Sneider Apartments house seniors and people with disabilities.
Unaccompanied minors no longer allowed in Millennium Park after 6 p.m. following chaos that left one teen dead
The new policy requires anyone under 18 be accompanied by an adult after 6 p.m. Thursday through Sunday.
Glenwood man crashes into IDOT truck; charged with DUI
A Glenwood man is charged after crashing into two vehicles including an IDOT truck early Sunday morning.
Dozens arrested, 2 officers injured following night of violence in the Loop
Multiple arrests were made, and two officers were injured after large crowds gathered in the Loop Saturday night.
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Lightfoot moving back weekend curfew for minors to 10 p.m., after teen slain at Millennium Park
"I'm urging parents, guardians, and responsible adults in the lives of children to make sure that you know what the rules are, and that you make a plan with your children and young people," Lightfoot said.
Seandell Holliday, 16, had a goal of living to 21 but was fatally shot at Millennium Park
Before he was killed in a large gathering in the Loop, Seandell wrote 10 goals as part of a mentoring program to keep young men out of violence.
Marion Richardson, suspect in Millennium Park shooting death of Seandell Holliday in court
Police said 17-year-old Richardson, who they believe was involved in the shooting, was found a block away on Michigan Avenue.
Woman attacked, robbed on CTA train in The Loop
Police said there was a physical altercation and the offenders took the victim's purse.
1 person injured, dog rescued after apartment building fire in Irving Park
Firefighters rescued a dog from underneath a bed.
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Attorney argues before Illinois Supreme Court for release of 50 years of Chicago Police misconduct records
The fight over the release of five decades of Chicago Police misconduct records made it all the way to the Illinois Supreme Court on Wednesday.
Illinois Supreme Court to decide whether landlord who accused former alderman of zoning shakedown can sue the city
Brian Strauss claims former Ald. Proco Joe Moreno had his building at Milwaukee and Damen downzoned in retaliation for evicting the music venue Double Door in 2017.
Northwestern research team devises computer model to detect CPD misconduct
What if a computer model could detect misconduct without a whistleblower ever coming forward?
Potential overturning of Roe v. Wade could mean many more coming to Illinois for legal abortions
Could a decision overturning Roe v. Wade have an impact on Illinois with its sanctuary status? Planned Parenthood of Illinois says yes.
New Chicago Inspector General Deborah Witzburg outlines improvements she'd like to see at CPD
Deborah Witzburg was recently confirmed as the new Chicago Inspector General, and she is already laying out improvements she'd like to see involving the Chicago Police Department.
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Lightfoot moving back weekend curfew for minors to 10 p.m., after teen slain at Millennium Park
"I'm urging parents, guardians, and responsible adults in the lives of children to make sure that you know what the rules are, and that you make a plan with your children and young people," Lightfoot said.
Biden to travel Tuesday to Buffalo following mass shooting
Ten people were killed Saturday in what officials are calling a hate crime and a case of racially motivated violent extremism.
Gov. Pritzker signs legislation protecting auto accident victims from rogue towing companies
Among its requirements are a "tow rotation list," in which essentially, police agencies will call an approved list of tow companies whenever there's an accident.
Gov. Pritzker signs new law targeting smash-and-grab thieves
Smash-and-grab thefts have been reported at stores across Chicago and the suburbs.
IDOT orders Oakbrook Terrace to turn off red light cameras due to noncompliance
IDOT announced Thursday that it has revoked its permit for a red-light camera at Route 83 and 22nd Street in Oakbrook Terrace.
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Abbott to resume production of baby formula at Sturgis, Michigan plant after recall
Abbott Nutrition said after its plant in Sturgis, Michigan gets back in operation, product could be back on shelves in six to eight weeks, subject to approval by the Food and Drug Administration.
Chicago gas prices hit new record, at more than $5 per gallon
According to AAA, the average price of a gallon of regular unleaded gasoline is $5.12 as of Tuesday morning.
Parents desperate, searching for options amid persistent nationwide baby formula shortage
Parents are struggling to keep up with the nationwide shortage of baby formula – with several retailers now limiting how much you can buy. So what do you do if you can't find any?
North Chicago man finding himself stuck as he tries to get missing jewelry back from shuttered Sears
A North Chicago man had been saving a diamond ring for a special lady, but now, his dream proposal is ruined.
Chicago area fashion designer suddenly lost more than $100,000 from his PayPal account
The money is back where it belongs now. But Morning Insider Lauren Victory discovered the mystery remains: why did all that cash disappear in the first place?
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COVID-19 reaches 'high' community risk level in Evanston
The Evanston Department of Health and Human Service reported 397 new COVID-19 cases over the last seven days – up from 305 the prior week.
Advocate Aurora Health merging with Charlotte-based Atrium Health
Advocate Aurora Health will be merging with Atrium Health.
CPS launches 'Please Stay' campaign to promote mental health and prevent teen suicides
Chicago Public Schools has become the first school district in the nation to launch a new anti-suicide campaign created by Lady Gaga's Born This Way foundation.
Mayor Lightfoot pledges $500,000 for abortion access ahead of possible overturn of Roe v. Wade
"As long as I am mayor, the city of Chicago will continue to take comprehensive approach to reproductive justice," Lightfoot said.
Chicago moves to medium risk level for COVID-19; masks recommended indoors again
"Chicago moving into the Medium Level does not mean a citywide mask mandate, restrictions on public gatherings, or reinstatement of vaccination requirements at this time," Public Health Commissioner Dr. Allison Arwady said.
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FTX cryptocurrency exchange opens new headquarters in Chicago
Mayor Lori Lightfoot helped cut the ribbon Tuesday morning to open the official U.S. headquarters of FTX, a Bahamas-based cryptocurrency exchange.
Bally's unveils further plans for Chicago casino; some aldermen say it's being pushed through too fast
The city did not conduct a new safety study to determine how crime would be impacted by a casino - in hopes of getting the casino up and generating revenue quickly.
Boeing to move corporate headquarters from Chicago to Arlington, Virginia
A news release said the company will maintain a "significant presence" at its Chicago office at 100 N. Riverside Plaza in the West Loop Gate.
Mayor Lori Lightfoot places bet on Bally's plan for River West casino, but more hurdles remain
The mayor's pick still requires approval by the City Council, and needs the Illinois Gaming Board to approve a casino license for Bally's.
Woman was set to fulfill dream with vegan tattoo shop, only to be shut down by Orland Park zoning laws
An environmentally-conscious suburban woman spent a lot of green to get her business up and running – and then after she had welcomed just one customer, the Village of Orland Park shut her down.
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Dave Chappelle attacked by armed man while onstage in L.A.
The controversial comic laughed off the incident after being tackled, and video appeared to show the person who charged him being beaten onstage.
Naomi Judd, Grammy-winning singer, has died at 76
"We lost our beautiful mother to the disease of mental illness," the Judd sisters said on social media.
'Jersey Boys' is returning to a Chicago stage next week
The new national tour of "Jersey Boys" opens next week at the Cadillac Palace Theatre, celebrating the music of the Frankie Valli and the Four Seasons.
Lollapalooza announces daily lineup; single-day tickets now on sale
The lineup includes Thursday headliners Metallica and Lil Baby, Friday headliners Dua Lipa and Machine Gun Kelly, Saturday headliners J. Cole and Kygo, and Sunday headliners Green Day and Doja Cat.
'Golden Girls' fan convention under way at Navy Pier
The Golden Con for fans of the classic sitcom – starring Bea Arthur, Estelle Getty, Rue McClanahan, and Betty White – runs through Sunday.
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Evanston Township High School requiring masks starting Monday
Students and staff will have to wear masks indoors, regardless of vaccination status.
Chicago First Alert Weather: Sunny start to the week
CBS 2 meteorologist Laura Bannon has a look at the forecast.
Old Town residents meet with CPD to discuss safety after crowds took over North Avenue Beach
Last Wednesday, a large crowd took over North Avenue Beach. Things quickly got out of control as police tried to clear out the area, and the unruly group moved west into Old Town.
National Nurses Week: Meet Rhona Fagust
ER nurse Fagust works at Edward Hospital. She's been a nurse for 24 years.
Mayor Lightfoot sets curfew at Millennium Park after weekend violence
There were multiple shootings during the chaos downtown Saturday night. It resulted in Mayor Lori Lightfoot imposing a weekend curfew for anyone under 18 in Millennium Park after 6 p.m. without an adult.
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