Man critically hurt in Far South Side shooting
Chicago police say the 36-year-old victim was arguing with another man who pulled out a gun and shot him multiple times.
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Chicago Shooting: 17-year-old shot in neck, critically injured on Far South Side
The teen was on the sidewalk when a vehicle pulled up and someone inside started shooting.
One person wounded in Hegewisch funeral home shooting
The shooting took place at the Sadowski Funeral Home, at 13300 S. Houston Ave.
One person shot at Hegewisch funeral home
The shooting took place at the Sadowski Funeral Home, at 13300 S. Houston Ave.
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McDonald’s has reached a settlement with former workers alleging harassment, a CTA train operator is recovering after being shoved onto the tracks, a second suspect has been charged in the murder of a woman in Hegewisch, and Chicago Symphony Orchestra musical director Riccardo Muti has tested positive for COVID-19.
Second teen charged in murder of 70-year-old Yvonne Ruzich during Hegewisch carjacking attempt
Yvonne Ruzich was parked outside of work on Aug. 16, when two teens pulled up in another vehicle, and immediately started shooting.
Car Catches Fire Following Crash In Hegewisch
A man is dead after a crash in Hegewisch early Saturday morning, according to authorities.
2 Firefighters, 1 Woman Taken To Hospital After Fire In Hegewisch
Two Chicago Fire Department members were injured while responding to a fire early Saturday morning in Hegewisch, according to authorities.
City Workers Install Speed Bumps After Hegewisch Residents Tell CBS 2 That Semi-Trailer Trucks Are 'Terrorizing' Their Lives
CBS 2 is getting results for some Chicagoans who say their street is packed with semi-trailer trucks - and they're worried about their own safety.
Hegewisch Residents Concerned About Passing Semis: 'It's Terrorizing Our Lives'
Malique Long, 17, Held Without Bond In Murder, Attempted Carjacking Of 70-Year-Old Yvonne Ruzich
A 17-year-old charged with murder in the death of Yvonne Ruzich, 70, who was killed in a carjacking attempt in Chicago's Hegewisch neighborhood, is being held without bond.
'You Hear The Engines Racing': Residents, City Officials On Curbing Accidents On Chicago's Torrence Avenue
"It's the red lights. They're trying to beat the yellow lights."
1 Dead, 1 In Serious Condition After Crash Involving 2 Semi Trucks In Hegewisch
One person is dead and another injured after a crash involving two semi trucks in Hegewisch.
Police Release Surveillance Photos Of Suspects In Murder Of Yvonne Ruzich, 70, In Hegewisch
Vigil Held For Yvonne Ruzich, Grandmother Shot And Killed In Car In Hegewisch, As Police Commander Calls Killers 'Cowards'
A beloved grandmother was carjacked and murdered in front of her own adult son in Hegewisch early Monday morning, and police have called the killers cowards.
70-Year-Old Woman, Yvonne Ruzich, Fatally Shot While Sitting In Car In Hegewisch
A woman was fatally shot while sitting in her car in Hegewisch Monday morning.
Hegewisch Woman Furious After Someone Pepper-Sprayed Her Dogs Through The Fence
A Hegewisch homeowner had a warning for others Wednesday night, after her home security cameras caught someone pepper-spraying her dogs over the fence.
Two Rescued After Car Plunges Into Lake On Far South Side
Rescuers helped two people after their car plunged into Wolf Lake in Hegewisch near 130th and Avenue O Saturday night.
Police Seek Person For Questioning In String Of Hegewisch Fires, Say He Is Not A Suspect
The Chicago Police Bomb and Arson section has identified someone with whom they want to talk about a string of fires someone has been setting in Hegewisch.
Neighbors Alarmed As More Fires Erupt In Hegewisch -- This Time In Garage, Abandoned Restaurant
Residents of the city's Far Southeast Side were concerned Monday night after a series of fires – some of them intentionally started.
More Fires Reported In Hegewisch Overnight After Arson Suspected In Weekend Garbage Can Fires
Chicago police are investigating three more fires in the Hegewisch neighborhood after arson was suspected in similar incidents this past weekend.
Garbage Can Fires Spread To Garages, Utility Poles In Hegewisch; Police Say It Was Arson
Dramatic flames raged overnight in the Hegewisch community, and police said three different fires in the area have now been ruled arson.
Transit Officer Shoots Man During Struggle On South Shore Line Train
Chicago police said the man was on a South Shore Line train when he " became verbally aggressive toward a ticket collector and conductor" around 8:15 a.m. at the Hegewisch stop at 137th and Brainard.
Crash, Fuel Leak Causing Road Closures In Hegewisch
Crews are working to clean up a fuel leak after a crash in the Hegewisch neighborhood Tuesday morning.
Man Pulled From Car After It Rolls Into Water At Harbor Point Estates Mobile Home Park In Hegewisch
A car went into a pond Thursday evening in the Hegewisch neighborhood and one person was pulled out.
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Rollover crash on I-57 leaves 2 dead
Illinois State Police said two people were ejected from the vehicle.
At least 7 injured after chain-reaction crash on Dan Ryan Expressway
ISP said a fuel spill is believed to be the cause of the pile-up between 18th Street and the I-90 split.
Chicago superintendent confirmation vote Wednesday
Wednesday's City Council meeting is set to begin at 11 a.m.
Chicago weather forecast hour by hour for September 27
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7 more buses bring migrants to Chicago on Tuesday, tying record for most ever
As of Tuesday, more than 15,000 migrants have arrived in Chicago since last August.
Chicago superintendent confirmation vote Wednesday
Wednesday's City Council meeting is set to begin at 11 a.m.
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Rain tapers off by the evening.
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Feds to fund improvements to keep pedestrians off Chicago area railroad tracks
A total of 39 people were killed trespassing on railroad tracks in Illinois last year alone.
Now-dead man suspected in murder of Romeoville family had lengthy criminal record
Nathaniel Huey Jr.'s criminal past should have been a red flag – including a court order banning him from possessing firearms.
Hospital changed disposal procedures after CBS 2 bought empty COVID-19 vaccine vials
After a pharmacy director admitted selling "empty" COVID vaccine vials to CBS 2, the hospital changed policy to protect the public.
Former state inspector Jose Guillen expected to plead guilty to lying about groping women
Guillen was indicted last year on four counts of deprivation of civil rights and one count of obstruction of justice
Electric rental car breaks down, traps Gurnee mom, daughter inside
They turned to CBS 2 Investigators for help after they then got stuck with a big bill.
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Illinois DCFS report card for past two years shows more failures than last review
Last time the state Auditor General updated us, there were 30 major failures by DCFS. This time, it's 33.
Donald Trump and his company "repeatedly" violated fraud law, N.Y. judge rules
"The documents here clearly contain fraudulent valuations that defendants used in business," Judge Engoron wrote in his ruling, ordering Trump's New York business certificates canceled.
Biden joins picket line with UAW workers in Michigan
President Biden said the UAW "saved the auto industry back in 2008," and should reap the benefits of profits now.
Two aldermen want voters to decide if Chicago should remain sanctuary city for migrants
The move comes as the city works to find housing for more than 14,000 asylum seekers who have been brought to Chicago since last August.
House Republicans host forum on Chicago crime; Democrats blast event as political stunt
Some top Democrats have said the GOP should be focusing on avoiding a potential government shutdown ahead of Saturday's budget deadline.
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Indiana AG sues MV Realty, says company is deceptive
MV Realty is based out of Florida, but operates in Indiana and several other states – including Illinois.
Contractor accused of scamming people in need of housework
They accused James Nesbitt of taking off with deposits without completing jobs and complained he didn't respond to customers.
Getting Hosed: Officials finally address on bad water billing at City Council hearing
The Chicago City Council Finance Committee held a hearing Tuesday with the heads of the Water Management and Finance departments.
Chime customer frustrated by slow response after bogus $1,200 charge
She was yet another victim who didn't get their money back until CBS 2 got involved.
Hackers post crude content on Schaumburg spa's Facebook page
While Noelle Fredrick frequently has to straighten up her spa workspace, but what she can't seem to tidy up is her spa's Facebook page.
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Teen who's had two lung transplants gets behind-the-scenes tour of Field Museum
Scientists at the Field Museum showed Josh Burton ways he can still have a career without digging in the dirt.
Northwestern researchers get $45M to develop implant to sense and treat cancer
"From a clinical perspective, this could be a game-changing approach to cancer therapy," said Dr. Jonathan Rivnay.
How to get the new COVID vaccine for free, with or without insurance
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How FDA's top vaccines official is timing his COVID and flu shots
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Silver Cross NICU like a second home for some new parents
Millions of babies are born prematurely every year. That translates to about one in 10 newborns who need extra support in the NICU.
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GM and Stellantis plants in Bolingbrook and Naperville join UAW strike
"We're not going to wait around forever for a fair contract," UAW President Shawn Fain said. "The companies know how to make this right."
Workers at Chicago Ford plant worry they may have to walk off the job amid strike
Hundreds of autoworkers gathered Thursday outside the UAW Local 551 headquarters, 13550 S. Torrence Ave., to protest.
Alderman wants moratorium on Dollar Tree stores, says properties are "filthy"
"I want to see a moratorium on these type of businesses opening up in our city," said Ald. Matt O'Shea (19th). "This happens in communities all across the city of Chicago."
Kroger and Albertsons sell hundreds of stores in a bid to clear merger of the 2 largest US groceries
Grocers Kroger and Albertsons are selling more than 400 stores and other assets to C&S Wholesale Grocers in an approximately $1.9 billion deal as part of their efforts to complete their merger.
Steppenwolf Theatre announces layoffs of 13 staffers
The company said it has been "negatively impacted by a protracted post-pandemic economic recovery for our sector and the rising cost of inflation,"
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Eloy Jiménez hits three-run homer, but White Sox get clobbered by Diamondbacks
José Ureña (0-7) surrendered seven runs — four earned — and four hits in four-plus innings.
Cubs blow six-run lead, lose to Braves
The victory eliminated the wild-card contending Cubs from the NL Central race, giving the title to the Milwaukee Brewers.
Former NFL QB says Bears should play to Justin Fields' strengths
The former NFL MVP said the Bears should allow Fields to use his legs more to open up the passing game.
New faces on the Blackhawks prepare to begin preseason
Nick Foligno is entering his 17th season, but already feels like he's learning from the team's younger players and No. 1-overall pick Connor Bedard.
With six games left, Cubs focus on road ahead toward possible playoff appearance
If the season ended today, the Cubs would be in the playoffs as the National League's final wildcard team.
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"Survivor" returns for season 45 Wednesday, Sept. 27 at 8 p.m. ET
Through longer weekly episodes, "Survivor" will take a deeper dive into the players' stories as they're stranded on the stunning islands of Fiji.
Hollywood writers, studios reach tentative deal to end strike
Terms of the deal must still be ratified by the WGA's approximately 11,000 members.
Hundreds of local artists take stages at Chicago Live! at Navy Pier
The event is the Midwest's largest free performing arts festival.
Usher to headline Super Bowl halftime show in Las Vegas
Usher will perform at the Super Bowl halftime show in Las Vegas on Feb. 11, 2024.
"The Amazing Race" set to return for milestone 35th season
The Emmy Award-winning series returns for its biggest season yet with 90-minute original episodes starting Wednesday, Sept. 27.
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Rollover crash on I-57 leaves 1 dead, 2 seriously injured
Just before 2:45 a.m., a vehicle with three people inside rolled over at 99th Street. Illinois State Police said two people were ejected from the vehicle.
100 dead, 150 hurt in Iraq wedding fire
More than 100 people are dead and dozens more are hurt after a fire broke out in a wedding hall in Iraq.
At least 7 injured after chain-reaction crash on Chicago Expressway
ISP said a fuel spill is believed to be the cause of the pile-up between 18th Street and the I-90 split.
Chicago superintendent confirmation vote Wednesday
A special Chicago City Council meeting to confirm a new police superintendent is planned for Wednesday.
Chicago First Alert Weather: Showers and storms, warmup ahead
CBS 2 meteorologist Laura Bannon has the forecast.
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Neighbors want action after repeated armed robbery sprees in Chicago neighborhoods
Police laid out their plans to combat the crisis Tuesday night.
Oak Park on alert after armed robberies, carjackings over the weekend
There were four armed robberies, one carjacking, and one aggravated assault that was believed to be an attempted robbery in Oak Park early Sunday.
Northwest Indiana man faces multiple felonies in hit-run accident
Pete Baum, 48, of Hobart, was charged Tuesday for causing the accident on Sunday evening.
Man charged with holding knife to woman's throat in Round Lake
Gerzin Ramirez-Perez, 33, has been charged with one felony count of aggravated unlawful restraint and two misdemeanor counts of domestic battery.
DePaul to boost security after string of robberies on campus
The university announced a series of measures to enhance safety on its campuses in the wake of the robbery incidents.
