First-ever Hoops for Hunger tournament held in Glen Ellyn
Ten teams were brought together for a crosstown showdown between Glenbard South and Glenbard West.
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Ten teams were brought together for a crosstown showdown between Glenbard South and Glenbard West.
The Glen Ellyn Park District in Chicago's western suburbs has received a $600,000 grant from the State of Illinois for planned improvements at Village Green Park.
In Glen Ellyn, food pantry organizers and customers worry about what this means for them as the pause comes just weeks before the holidays begin.
In Glen Ellyn, food pantry organizers and customers worry about what this means for them as the pause comes just weeks before the holidays begin.
Check out Local Glass Studio for a unique experience where you can create your own glass art.
Several suburban police departments have issued safety alerts about games being played by high school students.
Several suburban police departments have issued safety alerts about games being played by high school students.
The DuPage Woodworkers handed out 2,500 toys to several Chicago area nonprofits—which in turn will hand out the toys to parents who need financial help during the holidays.
Olmec Trails takes people on a physical and historical journey with 33 installments across multiple towns.
Each was decorated by local artists and business owners.
Twenty-five hand-painted plaster cicadas now line the streets in Glen Ellyn. All perched on planters, benches, and other spots. Each was decorated by local artists and business owners.
Glenbard West High School senior Erik Alexander Lonvick – known as Lonnie – didn't know he had the heart condition.
A rogue bus dropped off migrants in Glen Ellyn to circumvent rules in the city of Chicago, and the migrants were then taken to the city on a Metra train. As CBS 2's Marybel Gonzalez reports, elected officials says the city is at its breaking point for capacity.
Rachel Barton Pine has played on some of the world's biggest stages, but a middle school auditorium is no less thrilling for her.
She's a world-famous violinist, but her most recent performance was for a private audience at a junior high school in Glen Ellyn. CBS 2's Noel Brennan was there as Rachel Barton Pine, a familiar name in Chicago, blew away a young audience.
The woodworkers are partnering with seven nonprofits this year.
According to an official briefed on the situation, the home is the scene of a financial crimes investigation led by the U.S. Secret Service.
After the boys heard the man's cries for help, they got a kayak and life vests, paddled out, then brought the man safely back to shore.
Four fifth graders from suburban Glen Ellyn were hailed as heroes after saving a man who was struggling in Lake Ellyn.
They've been without a contract since May 31.
Union members plan to rally outside Thursday's Board of Trustees.
Kurt R. Doss, 63, was reported as missing on Aug. 3, to the Glen Ellyn Police Department.
Once it gets dark, the village plans to host a fireworks show.
Dozens attended the 4th of July parade in Glen Ellyn. There were also appearances by impersonators "Andy Warhol" and "Doc Brown" from "Back to the Future." Once it gets dark, the village plans to host a fireworks show.
"I love that it is having an impact on high school kids and junior high kids, privileged kids, at-risk kids, everybody."
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.
The Vatican says bishops from the ultra-conservative Catholic SSPX society were automatically excommunicated after ignoring Pope Leo's plea for unity.
Chicago Cubs superfan known as "The Pink Hat Guy" has died at the age of 81, according to family members.
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.
The men charged with attacking a CBS News Chicago crew near the Adler Planetarium were due in court or a detention hearing on Thursday. Lauren Victory reports.
A foodborne parasite is making people sick across U.S. The CDC is working to determine the source.
Chicago Cubs superfan known as "The Pink Hat Guy" has died, according to family members.
For the second time this year, Chicago alderpeople did not meet quorum at the City Council's Transportation Committee hearing with CTA leadership.
Rescue teams are continuing their search after a deadly earthquake in Venezuela.
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.
Burglars crashed a sport-utility vehicle into a convenience store in Chicago's Loop early Thursday morning.
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.
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.
A man was arrested and charged this week with shooting and killing his estranged wife in Chicago's Woodlawn neighborhood this past January.
