A march in Chicago for a big goal: No violence over the summer
Jesus Rojano Crespo's sister was part of a group that marched for two miles on the West Side on Saturday for a bigger goal.
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Jesus Rojano Crespo's sister was part of a group that marched for two miles on the West Side on Saturday for a bigger goal.
Jesus Rojano Crespo's sister was part of a group that marched for two miles on the West Side on Saturday for a bigger goal.
"We want to give back to the community. We want to help other survivor children."
For Easter Sunday, some children have fun with egg hunts and sweet treats. But for others, they are constantly reminded of the pain in their lives. There's a place trying to change all that.
For Easter Sunday, some children have fun with egg hunts and sweet treats. But for others, they are constantly reminded of the pain in their lives. There's a place trying to change all that.
The city is alleging the manufacturer of popular handguns is partly to blame for illegal machine guns on the streets of Chicago.
The ages of the victims range from 15 to 60.
Chicago police said the victim was found inside a garage of a warehouse just before 9:30 p.m. in the 1800 block of North Kostner Avenue.
Eight Northeast High School students were shot in Philadelphia near a SEPTA bus station at Rising Sun and Cottman avenues on Wednesday, police said.
The ages of the victims range from 11 to 64.
"We continue to appeal to President Biden to correctly call on violence as a public health crisis."
Their goal was to spread cheer to loved ones, and to shed light on how many of these families are still waiting for justice.
Las Vegas police say at least three people were killed and one person was in critical condition after a shooting on the University of Nevada, Las Vegas campus Wednesday afternoon. Police said the suspect was dead.
Las Vegas police on Wednesday said there appear to be multiple victims in a shooting on the University of Nevada, Las Vegas campus. Police said the suspect was dead.
Las Vegas police on Wednesday said there appear to be multiple victims in a shooting on the University of Nevada, Las Vegas campus. Police said the suspect was dead.
Organizers said hundreds of victims' names will be added to the tree in the coming days.
Inside a UIC conference room heartfelt and meaningful conversations were had. And those conversations all had hope for change.
For years, the City of Chicago has worked to create new ways to reduce gun violence. A lot of that focus turned toward grassroots organizations with boots on the ground in their respective communities.
Family and friends of those affected by gun violence in Chicago in the past year gathered at a church on the North Side Sunday for an annual vigil to remember victims and reflect.
Family and friends of those affected by gun violence in Chicago in the past year gathered at a church on the North Side Sunday for an annual vigil to remember victims and reflect.
Prosecutors said James tossed a smoke canister onto a crowded train before opening fire on April 12, 2022.
Nathaniel Huey Jr. also had a lengthy criminal past, and was denied a FOID card by state police.
The White House unveiled new efforts to curb gun violence.
The ages of the victims range from 16 to 58.
Summer Bell was one of 100 finalists in the "Do the Write Thing" challenge, an initiative of the National Campaign to Stop Violence.
Chicago has now lost four in a row after losing to the Jets on Tuesday night.
The journey to his doctorate is coming to an end, and now, an unexpected hurdle could mean a forced exit from the United States.
Cell phone video shows Monday's takeover as it turned destructive, with teens filling the streets and running on top of cars.
Experts said some of the most severe damage may not be visible to the naked eye.
Cubs starter Jameson Taillon gave up two hits over 4 2/3 innings in his season debut.
A federal judge has temporarily blocked the Trump administration's construction of a 90,000-square-foot ballroom to replace the White House's East Wing,
The Supreme Court ruled in favor of a Colorado counselor who challenged a law banning conversion therapy for minors, ruling that lower courts failed to apply "sufficiently rigorous First Amendment scrutiny."
Lawyers for the man charged with killing Charlie Kirk are citing a federal agency's report in questioning the link between a bullet from his autopsy and a rifle found near the scene.
Skyrocketing property taxes continue to be a hot-button issue in Cook County — particularly since last fall, when many residents saw their tax bills increase by 100% or more.
Organizers estimated that at least 8 million people took part in more than 3,300 "No Kings" events worldwide.
Skyrocketing property taxes continue to be a hot-button issue in Cook County — particularly since last fall, when many residents saw their tax bills increase by 100% or more.
Illinois Secretary of State Alexi Giannoulias this weekend issued a warning about a surge in text messages that falsely claim to come from his office or the DMV within it.
Tenants at a South Loop luxury high-rise that has been plagued with problems like broken elevators are vowing to fight five-day eviction notices.
It's become an annual March Madness tradition at CBS Chicago, pitting our city's best eateries in direct competition in a foodie bracket challenge. We did pizza, we've done Italian beef, we've done Chicago dogs. This year, we're taking flight with wings.
For Cook County residents hoping to lower their property tax bills, applications are open for exemptions.
Allergy season is here, and the dreaded pollen can trigger sneezing, congestion, wheezing, and shortness of breath.
Northwestern Medicine and the American Red Cross teamed up for a community blood drive in Chicago on Monday morning.
Ending domestic violence is the goal of groups and advocates all over the world, and some experts in Chicago say it is time to become less reactive and more proactive when it comes to the people causing harm.
A new Iowa law bans local nondiscrimination protections on the basis of gender identity after the state became the first in the U.S. to roll back its civil rights code last year.
Food containing norovirus may smell and taste normal but still cause serious illness if consumed, FDA warns.
The owners of the popular Uncommon Ground restaurant, live music venue, and brewery in Chicago's Wrigleyville community announced this week that they're looking for a successor to take over the business.
Chicago consistently ranks in the top three cities in Fortune 500 company headquarters, and now a competition has been launched to build on Chicago's power in business.
The flagship Ann Sather restaurant on Belmont Avenue in Chicago's Lakeview community will be moving later this year, a restaurant representative said Tuesday.
Chicago Bulls legend Scottie Pippen threw some shade at former teammate Michael Jordan in a new pop commercial.
The City Council in Aurora, Illinois, is likely to lay down the hammer on data centers.
A Las Vegas performer has sued Taylor Swift over the title of her hit album "The Life of a Showgirl," alleging it violates the performer's trademark.
Chicago-native John Mulaney announced a new stop at the Wisconsin State Fair this summer.
Following a ribbon-cutting attended by Chicago Mayor Brandon Johnson on Saturday, people were let inside the new space, at 5035 N. Broadway right off Argyle Street, for a special open house.
Chuck Norris' family said his death at 86 was sudden, but did not share any details on the cause.
ABC has canceled its already filmed season of "The Bachelorette" starring Taylor Frankie Paul after video surfaced of a 2023 incident in which she was charged with assault.
The ten puppies, made up of five males and five females, are already showing off their unique markings and energetic personalities under the watch of their parents.
From smoothies to toast and other unexpected recipes, cottage cheese has become a star ingredient in recipes all over social media.
A native of Brazil, Barbosa came to the city in 2022 to get his clinical doctorate in psychology at Roosevelt University. Now, an unexpected hurdle could mean a forced exit from the United States.
Wednesday’s highs return to the 40s, below average with showers remaining in the forecast. Meteorologist David Yeomans has the latest.
Despite the large number of teens in Hyde Park for that takeover, Chicago police said they issued just three curfew violations and charged a 16-year-old girl for unlawful possession of a weapon.
Cell phone video shows Monday's takeover as it turned destructive, with teens filling the streets and running on top of cars.
The journey to his doctorate is coming to an end, and now, an unexpected hurdle could mean a forced exit from the United States.
Preliminary information indicated that the victim, a 55-year-old man, was attempting to load a large metal spool onto a flatbed truck using an overhead crane when it gave way.
Experts said some of the most severe damage may not be visible to the naked eye.
Fallen Chicago firefighter/EMT Michael Altman was laid to rest Tuesday. The service was small and private, unlike the original plan.
Johnson said the position was temporary, but when the chief homelessness officer was first appointed, she told CBS News Chicago that her role was funded for three years, not two.
A former stand-out college football star with a criminal history has been convicted of sexually abusing foster children who were in the care of a Chicago facility at the center of a massive investigation.
Two more women have filed lawsuits against Massage Envy, accusing the company of failing to protect them against sexual assaults by two of their therapists.
Homeowners in Berwyn said they are constantly having to pump out sewage to keep it from flooding their basements.
CBS News Chicago learned that she was hired at the school in Mundelein in 2023, which was after DCFS found credible evidence that Servant had injured her children as a form of discipline.
Chicago has now lost four in a row after losing to the Jets on Tuesday night.
Cubs starter Jameson Taillon gave up two hits over 4 2/3 innings in his season debut.
Munetaka Murakami singled to drive in Edgar Quero, and Andrew Benintendi hit a line drive to right field to bring Acuña home and give the White Sox a 2-0 lead in the second.
For the first time ever, Wrigley Field will host two matches for Big Ten women's volleyball later this year.
Tiger Woods was arrested last week in Florida and charged with driving under the influence after a vehicle crash.
The U.S. Postal Inspection Service announced Tuesday that it was offering a reward of $100,000 for information leading to the arrest of each of three accomplices in numerous mail thefts in Chicago.
A St. Charles, Illinois, man was being held on multiple felony counts Tuesday on allegations that he took upskirt videos of 33 women and two minor girls.
Charges were pending Tuesday morning against a man accused of shooting and killing a man and woman in Chicago's East Garfield Park neighborhood.
A shooting investigation led to the brief overnight closure of the outbound lanes of the Eisenhower Expressway on Chicago's West Side early Tuesday.
Lawyers for the man charged with killing Charlie Kirk are citing a federal agency's report in questioning the link between a bullet from his autopsy and a rifle found near the scene.
