Chicago bridge lifts, half marathon causing street closures this weekend
Multiple street closures are taking effect across the city this weekend. Here's what you need to know.
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Multiple street closures are taking effect across the city this weekend. Here's what you need to know.
Chicago police say just the person, only described as a male, fell into the water and was later recovered by CPD’s Marine Unit.
Multiple cars were damaged by a large pothole on Dusable Lake Shore Drive overnight.
A pothole on the Belmont on-ramp to northbound DuSable Lake Shore Drive is causing issues for drivers.
Multiple crashes shut down lanes on DuSable Lake Shore Drive on Chicago's North Side at the start of the Tuesday morning commute.
A crash shut down lanes on DuSable Lake Shore Drive on Chicago's North Side at the start of the Tuesday morning commute.
From Jan. 31 through Feb. 2, 2011, Chicago experienced the third-worst blizzard the city has ever seen.
A woman was killed early Sunday in a crash on DuSable Lake Shore Drive.
A woman was killed early Sunday in a crash on DuSable Lake Shore Drive near the Stevenson Expressway.
A deadly crash shut down DuSable Lake Shore Drive on Chicago's South Side early Sunday morning.
A deadly crash shut down DuSable Lake Shore Drive on Chicago’s South Side early Sunday morning.
DuSable Lake Shore Drive was packed with commuters despite the winter storm early Monday, while some side streets were still treacherous with snow and ice in Hammond, Indiana. Darius Johnson and Lauren Victory have team coverage.
The sun was up in downtown Chicago after a snowstorm clobbered the area, while roads were slushy, but passable, in Northwest Indiana. Darius Johnson and Lauren Victory have team coverage.
Darius Johnson is along DuSable Lake Shore Drive downtown, while Lauren Victory is along Route 41 in Hammond, Indiana, as a winter storm socks the Chicago area.
Darius Johnson has a look at conditions on DuSable Lake Shore Drive at Monroe Drive amid a massive winter storm that clobbered the Chicago area Monday morning.
Jaida Victoria Colon died along with her friend in the Oct. 30, 2023, crash on DuSable Lake Shore Drive. Twin sisters survived, but one is paralyzed.
On Tuesday, a judge sentenced Bradley Hamel to 30 months' probation and 1,000 hours of community service.
A woman was killed and three others were taken to the hospital following a rollover crash Sunday night on Chicago's Near South Side.
The $13 million project would be built on DuSable Lake Shore Drive between the Chicago River and Illinois Street.
Chicago police said a woman was being battered by the man, who then jumped into the water to escape police officers, but was not successful.
At 8:33 p.m. Tuesday, a 53-year-old man was driving a gray vehicle north on the Drive when he crossed into the southbound lanes, police said.
Parts of DuSable Lake Shore Drive were closed to vehicular traffic for cyclists, while people living in Wicker Park got a chance to see what life without cars would look like on Milwaukee Avenue.
A motorcyclist narrowly avoided being injured when he wiped out on northbound DuSable Lake Shore Drive Tuesday afternoon. After briefly stopping traffic, he was able to walk his bike off the drive.
A man is accused of setting another man's tent on fire in a homeless encampment alongside DuSable Lake Shore Drive in the Uptown neighborhood.
A car fire has halted traffic on northbound DuSable Lake Shore Drive near Grant Park during the Friday afternoon rush.
A man was ordered detained until trial Thursday in the sexual assault of a woman at the western edge of Chicago's 606 Trail.
The CDC is reporting the highest rate of emergency room visits from tick bites since 2017 in many parts of the U.S.
Burglars crashed a sport-utility vehicle into a convenience store in Chicago's Loop early Thursday morning.
The men charged with attacking a CBS News Chicago crew near the Adler Planetarium were due in court for a detention hearing on Thursday.
For the second time this year, Chicago alderpeople did not meet quorum at the City Council's Transportation Committee hearing with CTA leadership.
Illinois House Speaker Emanuel "Chris" Welch is making moves to remove state Rep. Harry Benton (D-Plainfield) from office.
Special Agent-in-Charge Douglas DePodesta, who has led FBI Chicago for the past three years, is leaving his post on July 6.
Chicago police Supt. Larry Snelling announced Wednesday that he is retiring later this month.
More than 1,000 grand jury presentations are under review after charges were dismissed in the "Broadview Six" case due to grand jury abuses and prosecutorial misconduct, Chicago's top federal prosecutor said.
Illinois Gov. JB Pritzker vowed the state will continue to protect transgender Illinoisans and athletes in the wake of the U.S. Supreme Court ruling Tuesday.
Illinois Gov. JB Pritzker on Thursday signed several new consumer protections into law, including a ban on junk fees.
CBS News Chicago has learned that Illinois home insurance premiums are not only higher than the nation's average, but going up faster too.
As an alternative to legalizing video gambling terminals citywide, Bally's offered to open slot machine lounges at O'Hare and Midway, saying the move would replace the $6.8 million the city budgeted from VGTs.
An Illinois law banning "swipe fees" on taxes and tips — already delayed twice by lawmakers — appears to be on life support after a federal judge that once permitted it issued a permanent injunction against it this week.
A new study from the Cook County Treasurer's office underlines growing concerns about the impact the Illinois megaprojects bill could have on the county's property tax base and overall fiscal health.
In a major turnaround in the opioid crisis, overdose deaths are falling across Chicago and Cook County.
The north Chicago suburb of Glenview became the latest Illinois municipality this week to confirm mosquitoes testing positive for the West Nile virus this year.
Environmental and community groups are suing the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency for failing to act on a petition challenging U.S. Steel Gary Works operating permit renewal.
In the four years since Roe v. Wade was overturned and Illinois became a destination for abortion care, Illinois providers and advocates have rebuilt the state's infrastructure to support the tens of thousands of people who travel to the state for abortion services every year.
June is National Aphasia Awareness Month, raising awareness of a disorder that affects a person's ability to speak, write, and understand both spoken and written language.
The Chicago Bears this weekend said they are assessing land at Wolf Lake Terminals in Hammond, Indiana, for a possible new stadium.
As an alternative to legalizing video gambling terminals citywide, Bally's offered to open slot machine lounges at O'Hare and Midway, saying the move would replace the $6.8 million the city budgeted from VGTs.
Daley's Restaurant, known as Chicago's oldest, has served Chicago's Woodlawn neighborhood for more than 130 years.
Walgreens is set to close in Chicago's Chatham neighborhood on Thursday, and there's growing concern about where families will get their medications.
The owners of Gene & Georgetti steakhouse are suing a concessions operator over their expansion at Midway International Airport.
Victor Willis, lead singer of the disco group Village People, whose hit "Y.M.C.A." became a fixture at rallies for President Trump, has died at the age of 74, his wife and the band said.
Taylor Swift and Travis Kelce's wedding plans include a rehearsal dinner and a late-night celebration at Madison Square Garden in New York City, according to sources familiar with the security planning.
Chicago rapper Twista has pleaded guilty to willfully failing to pay income taxes.
Lionel Richie's Chicago concert at the United Center has been postponed after the singer became sick at his tour opener in St. Paul, Minnesota.
Legendary musician Lionel Richie had to cut his performance short Wednesday night in St. Paul, Minnesota, leaving fans with many questions.
Mary Sowers of Reach Rescue joins Marie Saavedra and David Yeomans with Hardee, a puppy from a litter of 10.
Meteorologist David Yeomans has your 11 a.m. First Alert Weather forecast for Thursday, July 2, 2026.
Attorneys for Felicea Williams said earlier Wednesday, her family reported she had died after spending six months in a coma.
The men charged with attacking a CBS News Chicago crew near the Adler Planetarium were set to appear for a detention hearing Thursday. Lauren Victory reports.
Preparations are underway in New York for Taylor Swift and Travis Kelce's wedding.
Four people were injured in a mass shooting near a gas station in the Auburn Gresham neighborhood overnight.
The men charged with attacking a CBS News Chicago crew near the Adler Planetarium were due in court or a detention hearing on Thursday.
Chicago Cubs superfan known as "The Pink Hat Guy" has died at the age of 81, according to family members.
July 4th fireworks and celebrations in 2026 will mark the United States' 250th birthday. Here's where to see Independence Day fireworks in Chicago, surrounding suburbs and in Northwest Indiana.
A man was ordered detained until trial Thursday in the sexual assault of a woman at the western edge of Chicago's 606 Trail.
In a major turnaround in the opioid crisis, overdose deaths are falling across Chicago and Cook County.
An Uber driver who was assaulted during a ride said he begged Chicago police officers not once but twice for help, but was left to fend for himself.
CBS News Chicago has learned that Illinois home insurance premiums are not only higher than the nation's average, but going up faster too.
The Cook County Sheriff's Office has been a part of Illinois' enhanced CTA security plan and state-led task force dedicated to making it safe since the end of March. Their officers have worked more than 4,000 hours a month.
A rideshare driver was shot in Chicago's North Lawndale neighborhood on Monday night.
The Cubs (49-38) have won five straight after sweeping the Padres (43-42), who have lost five in a row.
Dean Kremer pitched six impressive innings in his return from a quad injury, and the Baltimore Orioles avoided a sweep Wednesday with a 6-1 victory over the Chicago White Sox.
Alex Bregman, Michael Busch and Pete Crow-Armstrong added homers to help the Cubs win for the 10th time in 12 games.
Colson Montgomery and Junior Perez homered during Chicago's seven-run third inning and the White Sox pounded the Baltimore Orioles 9-3 on Tuesday night.
A 9-year-old boy from Arizona won a nice chunk of change recently, thanks in part to the signature of Chicago White Sox infielder and slugger Munetaka Murakami.
A man was ordered detained until trial Thursday in the sexual assault of a woman at the western edge of Chicago's 606 Trail.
Burglars crashed a sport-utility vehicle into a convenience store in Chicago's Loop early Thursday morning.
The men charged with attacking a CBS News Chicago crew near the Adler Planetarium were due in court for a detention hearing on Thursday.
An alleged member of a criminal cyber hacking group had been extradited to Chicago face federal charges after being arrested in Finland.
More than 1,000 grand jury presentations are under review after charges were dismissed in the "Broadview Six" case due to grand jury abuses and prosecutorial misconduct, Chicago's top federal prosecutor said.
