'They're Gonna Keep Doing It': Frustrated Bar And Store Owners Upset By Rash Of ATM Thefts
"Only so much we can do if there's no ramifications for what they do."
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Police Investigating Multiple Break-Ins On Northwest Side, Suburbs
Police are investigating several break-ins that were reported on Northwest Side and Northwest suburbs overnight.
Dogs Who Attacked And Injured 2 People, Killed Another Dog In Palatine Are Now Implicated In Elmwood Park Attack
A pair of dogs behind two attacks in the suburbs last spring has apparently struck again.
Person Struck By Metra Train Near Elmwood Park Station
Inbound trains are stopped near Metra's Elmwood Park station after a pedestrian was hit Saturday afternoon, according to a Metra spokesperson.
With City Waiting Longer Than State To Reopen, Restaurateurs Look To Mayor Lightfoot For Guidance
Chicago is keeping with the stay-at-home order until at least the beginning of June, even as other parts of the state get the green light for some degree of reopening as soon as later this week.
Man, 19, Dead After Weekend Shooting In Elmwood Park
Police were investigating Monday after a 19-year-old man was shot and killed in Elmwood Park over the weekend.
Elmwood Elementary Staffer Placed On Leave Over Inappropriate Conduct Accusations
A staff member at Elmwood Elementary School in Elmwood Park has been placed on administrative leave, over accusations of inappropriate conduct with students.
Three Men Arrested In Elmwood Park Bank Robbery
The trio allegedly led officials on a pursuit after robbing a bank Wednesday afternoon.
Robbers Target US Bank Branch In Elmwood Park
The FBI was called out Wednesday afternoon for the robbery of a US Bank branch in Elmwood Park.
Metra Train Kills Pedestrian; Milwaukee District West And North Central Service Trains Halted
Trains on the Metra's Milwaukee District West and North Central Service lines were halted Monday morning, after a Milwaukee District West train struck and killed a pedestrian near Elmwood Park.
Travis Simpson, Reported Missing Monday, Found Safe
A 60-year-old man with Alzheimer's has been found safe, after he was reported missing on Monday.
Police: Officer Firing At Reckless Driver Was Justified
Elmwood Park's police chief says this is the first time an officer in his department has discharged his or her weapon in about 20 years.
Elmwood Park Police Fire Shots At Suspect Who Tried To Run Over Officers
One person was in custody Thursday morning, after trying to run over an Elmwood Park police officer, and leading them on a chase that ended on the Northwest Side of Chicago.
Cook County Marks 14th Cold-Related Death In Elmwood Park
A woman found dead in west suburban Elmwood Park is Cook County's 14th cold-related death this season.
Walgreens Manager Charged With Shooting At Shoplifter In Elmwood Park
Walgreens manager has been charged with shooting at a shoplifter outside the store early Saturday in west suburban Elmwood Park.
Cops: Fatal Shooting At Elmwood Park Gas Station 'Self-Defense'
No charges will be filed after one customer fatally shot another Saturday afternoon at a gas station in west suburban Elmwood Park.
Exchange Of Gunfire At An Elmwood Park Gas Station Leaves One Dead
Police are searching for the suspect involved in a gunfire exchange at a Elmwood Park gas station that left one dead on Saturday.
Elmwood Park Schools Locked Down After Chase Ends In Crash
Police chase down and capture two carjackers who crashed their vehicle on a densely populated street. CBS 2's Charlie De Mar reports.
2 Investigators: Machine Gun, Handgun Missing From Suburban Police Department
The shooting range that stored the Uzi machine gun and GLOCK hand gun was once controlled by a troubled Elmwood Park cop. CBS 2's Dave Savini reports.
Bank Robbed In Elmwood Park
About 4:45 p.m., a man robbed the U.S. Bank branch at 7312 W. Grand Ave., according to a statement from the FBI.
Man Charged With Robbing Elmwood Park Gas Station
Johnny Ingram, 32, faces a felony count of armed robbery for the Nov. 24 hold-up at the Mobil station at 2144 N. Harlem Ave, according to Elmwood Park police.
Knife-Wielding Robber May Have Struck Again In Chicago, Elmwood Park
Chicago police say the latest attack happened Tuesday at a Dunkin Donuts in the North Austin neighborhood.
Father Says Son Suspended For Standing Up To Bully
A father says instead of his son being treated as a hero for preventing a bully from attacking another student, he was suspended.
Pair Charged With Stealing Collector's Guns, Selling Them Across Cook County
Two Elmwood Park men have been arrested on gun trafficking charges after allegedly stealing at least 30 firearms from a collector and selling the guns all over Cook County.
Dad Put Gun To Son's Head To Try Scaring Him Back To College: Police
Viktor Barkov got a Ruger SR40 handgun from his closet and put the gun to his son's head, police said. "If you don't go back to school I'm going to put a hole through your head," he reportedly said.
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Tyshon Brownlee, 19, charged in shooting and robbery of Dakotah Earley in Lincoln Park
Tyshon Brownlee is charged with one count of attempted murder and five counts of armed robbery, according to Cook County prosecutors.
KN95 masks that failed federal testing for health care workers were given to CPS schools in Omicron surge
A teacher brought concerns about the masks received in schools in January to the attention of CBS 2 News.
Disney Magnet School student grazed by bullet, after gun goes off in classmate's backpack
One child was taken to the hospital with a graze wound to the abdomen, police said.
Man gets 37 months in prison for threatening violence at President Biden's inauguration
In one threatening voicemail to a member of Congress, Capriotti was heard saying, "We will surround the motherf***ing White House and we will kill any motherf***ing Democrat that steps on the motherf***ing lawn."
Black real estate developers 'Buy Back the Block' for the future of West Woodlawn
"We know that people in the area, they want to live in the area. They just want good housing stock and they want a safe place for their children."
Some state lawmakers renew calls for DCFS Director Marc Smith to step down
The department in charge of caring for the state's most vulnerable kids is failing them on everything from regular medical visits to home checks to the way the department is staffed, an audit said.
Crime and chaos downtown and beyond is keeping tourists away from Chicago
Such events as the chaos downtown that led to a deadly shooting right in the middle of Millennium Park have led people to cancel trips, meetings, and events in Chicago because they don't feel safe.
Dylan Cease strikes out 9, White Sox beat Royals 3-0 in first game of doubleheader
Cease (4-1) wrangled out of trouble throughout, allowing runners in every inning. He gave up seven hits in 5 2/3 innings, with nine strikeouts — several in clutch situations.
Deaths of man, woman at Allerton hotel were murder-suicide, officials confirm
The shooting deaths of a man and woman in the Warwick Allerton Hotel on the Magnificent Mile were indeed a murder-suicide, officials confirmed Tuesday.
Chicago First Alert Weather: Light rain tonight, isolated storms possible tomorrow morning
Overcast tonight with areas of light rain and sprinkles.
Chicago early voting supersite for June primary election opens downtown on May 26th
There will also be extended weekday hours for the supersite (9:00 a.m. to 7:00 pm) from June 20 to June 24, the week before Election Day.
Aldermen to weigh more than $16 million in settlements in CPD misconduct lawsuits
The biggest payout is a proposed $14.25 million settlement in a wrongful conviction case that already has cost Chicago taxpayers more than $13 million.
Work underway for new athletic field at Chicago's Farragut Career Academy High School
A larger project updating the building and adding new classrooms at Farragut is scheduled to be completed in 2023.
Red Cross looking for volunteers to install smoke detectors
This week alone, the Red Cross has helped 132 victims in Chicago and the suburbs after house fires.
Arson investigation underway after explosion damages parked cars in Humboldt Park
Four cars were damaged.
FDA clears COVID-19 booster shot for healthy kids ages 5 to 11
There is one more hurdle: The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention must decide whether to formally recommend the booster for this age group.
ComEd hiring 500 to power up workforce amid increased demand as more electric vehicles hit the roads
Electricity. It powers the device you're using to read this story right now, but will the juice be in low supply as more and more electric vehicles charge up?
Man arrested for pointing gun at CTA passenger at 87th Street Red Line station
A man was arrested overnight after pointing a gun at another man on the CTA Red Line, police said.
How to order 8 more free at-home COVID tests
Families can now order another eight test kits.
Metra UP-W train hits pedestrian near Geneva
Extensive delays are expected.
Police search for driver who hit cyclist in Jefferson Park
Authorities are asking for the public's help in locating the driver who hit a cyclist in Jefferson Park.
Dolton Bowl finds new owners, will stay open for business
The bowling alley announced on Facebook overnight a change in owners who are willing to keep the business open.
1 person injured after shooting on I-80 at Torrence Avenue
Illinois State Police said shots were fired around 1:45 a.m.
Chicago First Alert Weather: Cooler Tuesday morning
Temperatures will be cooler, in the 60s.
Chicago First Alert Weather: Rain chances return the next few days
There are rain chances Tuesday through Saturday, with a chance for strong storms on Friday.
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Tyshon Brownlee, 19, charged in shooting and robbery of Dakotah Earley in Lincoln Park
Tyshon Brownlee is charged with one count of attempted murder and five counts of armed robbery, according to Cook County prosecutors.
KN95 masks that failed federal testing for health care workers were given to CPS schools in Omicron surge
A teacher brought concerns about the masks received in schools in January to the attention of CBS 2 News.
Disney Magnet School student grazed by bullet, after gun goes off in classmate's backpack
One child was taken to the hospital with a graze wound to the abdomen, police said.
Man gets 37 months in prison for threatening violence at President Biden's inauguration
In one threatening voicemail to a member of Congress, Capriotti was heard saying, "We will surround the motherf***ing White House and we will kill any motherf***ing Democrat that steps on the motherf***ing lawn."
Black real estate developers 'Buy Back the Block' for the future of West Woodlawn
"We know that people in the area, they want to live in the area. They just want good housing stock and they want a safe place for their children."
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Red Cross looking for volunteers to install smoke detectors
This week alone, the Red Cross has helped 132 victims in Chicago and the suburbs after house fires.
KN95 masks that failed federal testing for health care workers were given to CPS schools in Omicron surge
A teacher brought concerns about the masks received in schools in January to the attention of CBS 2 News.
ACLU, aldermen have doubts about Mayor Lightfoot's curfew and Millennium Park restrictions
Leaders are scrambling to find a way to curb the downtown chaos caused by large groups of kids – which resulted in a 16-year-old boy being shot and killed in Millennium Park this past Saturday.
Judge to take another look at innocence claims for James Bannister in murder he says he didn't commit
A man who has spent three decades behind bars for a murder he says he didn't commit is now getting one more shot to prove he didn't do it.
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.
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Some state lawmakers renew calls for DCFS Director Marc Smith to step down
The department in charge of caring for the state's most vulnerable kids is failing them on everything from regular medical visits to home checks to the way the department is staffed, an audit said.
Aldermen to weigh more than $16 million in settlements in CPD misconduct lawsuits
The biggest payout is a proposed $14.25 million settlement in a wrongful conviction case that already has cost Chicago taxpayers more than $13 million.
ACLU, aldermen have doubts about Mayor Lightfoot's curfew and Millennium Park restrictions
Leaders are scrambling to find a way to curb the downtown chaos caused by large groups of kids – which resulted in a 16-year-old boy being shot and killed in Millennium Park this past Saturday.
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.
Aldermen approve new Chicago ward map, avoid ballot referendum on new boundaries
The new map, which sets the boundaries for Chicago's 50 wards for the next 10 years, has 14 Latino majority wards, 16 Black majority wards, one Black plurality ward, and the city's first-ever Asian majority ward.
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Baby formula shortage still leaves families desperate, especially those restricted by federal WIC program rules
Walk into the baby formula aisle at just about any drug or grocery store around the country, and you will still see rows of empty shelves.
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.
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FDA clears COVID-19 booster shot for healthy kids ages 5 to 11
There is one more hurdle: The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention must decide whether to formally recommend the booster for this age group.
Abbott baby formula plant could reopen in two weeks
Sturgis plant will reopen soon as nationwide out-of-stock levels of baby formula rise above 40%.
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.
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Crime and chaos downtown and beyond is keeping tourists away from Chicago
Such events as the chaos downtown that led to a deadly shooting right in the middle of Millennium Park have led people to cancel trips, meetings, and events in Chicago because they don't feel safe.
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.
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Dylan Cease strikes out 9, White Sox beat Royals 3-0 in first game of doubleheader
Cease (4-1) wrangled out of trouble throughout, allowing runners in every inning. He gave up seven hits in 5 2/3 innings, with nine strikeouts — several in clutch situations.
Robert powers White Sox past Royals in 10 after Cueto's gem
Luis Robert hit a two-run homer in the 10th inning after Johnny Cueto's impressive Chicago debut, and the White Sox defeated the Kansas City Royals on Monday night in the opener of a five-game series.
Contreras hits 1st-inning slam, Cubs shut out Pirates
Willson Contreras led off with a double and became a rare leadoff hitter with a first-inning grand slam as the Chicago Cubs burst to an eight-run lead and beat the Pittsburgh Pirates on Monday night.
White Sox pitcher Dylan Cease talks strike outs and close shaves
"I mean, we just we've got depth, we've got we've got a lot of talent. So at the end of the day, it's not super surprising, but I'm just glad that we've kind of been able to weather the storm."
Cubs lose first game in series against Diamondbacks 4-3
Cubs fall short in a close Game 1 in the series against the Diamondbacks 4-3.
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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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Black real estate developers 'Buy Back the Block' for the future of West Woodlawn
In West Woodlawn, where many homes sit abandoned, five Black real estate entrepreneurs purchased and will redevelop 11 vacant lots. They broke ground near 63rd and Evans. CBS 2's Shardaa Gray was there.
Some state lawmakers renew calls for DCFS Director Marc Smith to step down
The department in charge of caring for the state's most vulnerable kids is failing them on everything from regular medical visits to home checks to the way the department is staffed, an audit said. CBS 2's Chris Tye reports.
Chicago crime and chaos is keeping tourists away, experts say
Such events as the chaos downtown that led to a deadly shooting right in the middle of Millennium Park have led people to cancel trips, meetings, and events in Chicago because they don't feel safe. CBS 2's Tara Molina reports.
Tyshon Brownlee accused in robbery spree in Lincoln Park, Lakeview that included shooting
Dakotah Earley, who was critically injured and still can't speak, had to identify Brownlee using a photo and a thumbs-up. CBS 2 Investigator Megan Hickey reports.
Tyshon Brownlee charged in shooting that wounded Dakotah Earley
Brownlee is also charged in several other armed robberies in Lakeview and Lincoln Park. CBS 2's Tim McNicholas talked with one of the victims.
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