Driver takes off after hitting, killing bicyclist in Highland Park
First responders found the bicyclist severely injured. The driver was already gone.
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Family on quest for justice almost three years after hit-and-run kills Vietnam vet
It has been nearly three years since Walter Williams Jr. was hit and killed while on his bike. CBS 2's Suzanne Le Mignot reports.
After witnessing a hit-and-run, she's pleading for the driver to come forward
Her memory is sharper than the dashcam video. She can picture the cyclist, riding on Montrose in Lincoln Square.
After witnessing a hit-and-run, she's pleading for the driver to come forward
A woman who witnessed a hit-and-run over the weekend in Chicago is pleading for the driver to come forward. Dashcam captured the crash involving a cyclist near Montrose and Maplewood on Saturday. CBS 2's Noel Brennan spoke with the witness who feels personally invested in catching the driver.
McHenry Co. Sheriff investigates deadly Fox Lake hit-and-run
It happened near Wilmot and Paddock Drive early Monday morning. Investigators said a 39-year-old man was standing on the side of the road after his car got stuck in a ditch.
CPD seeking driver, vehicle in Little Village hit-and-run
The crash happened near 26th and Harding – leaving debris on the street from the collision.
Police searching for driver in Little Village hit-and-run
The crash happened near 26th and Harding – leaving debris on the street from the collision.
Pedestrian seriously injured in Little Village hit-and-run
The victim was taken to Mount Sinai Hospital in serious-to-critical condition.
One person killed, another injured in church parking lot crash in Forest Glen
A 61-year-old woman was instructing a 61-year-old man on how to drive a Toyota Sienna minivan when he hit the accelerator instead of the brake.
Man charged with hitting 4 people with SUV in Bricktown Square Shopping Center
A Chicago man is facing multiple charges after striking four people with his SUV at the Bricktown Square Shopping Center last September.
Bicyclist critically hurt after hit-and-run in Vernon Hills
The victim was taken to Advocate Condell Medical Center in Libertyville with life-threatening injuries and remains in critical condition.
Arrest in deadly hit-and-run brings family closure after nearly two years
Ollonzo Wilson, 38, is charged with first-degree murder, aggravated discharge of a firearm, and leaving the scene of an accident involving death in the hit-and-run that killed Janelle Gardiner. CBS 2's Charlie De Mar reports.
41-year-old man killed in Waukegan hit-and-run
Around 10 p.m. Saturday, a person was trying to cross Washington Street near Green Bay Road, when they were hit by a car heading east. That driver did not stop.
Deadly hit-and-run in Waukegan
Waukegan police are looking for the driver involved in a deadly hit-and-run over the weekend.
45-year-old man dies in hit-and-run on North DuSable Lake Shore Drive
Police say just before 11 p.m., 45-year-old Kenneth Hernandez, a construction worker, was standing in a closed lane next to a street sweeper.
Man struck, killed by car in North Side hit-and-run
An investigation is underway after a pedestrian was struck and killed on the city's North Side Friday night.
Pedestrian killed in DuSable Lake Shore Drive hit-and-run
The car continued northbound on Lake Shore Drive. The victim was pronounced dead on the scene.
Police search for vehicle in deadly West Side hit-and-run
The crash happened Saturday around 9:48 p.m. in Austin near Jackson and Laramie.
Police release image of vehicle wanted in Austin hit-and-run
The crash happened Saturday around 9:48 p.m. in Austin near Jackson and Laramie.
Family of man killed in West Side hit-and-run calls on driver to surrender
The victim's grieving wife and daughter spoke out to CBS 2's Jermont Terry on Monday.
Chicago family asks for driver to come forward after hit-and-run that killed father
The victim was Tracy Burton – a father and U.S. veteran. He was just two blocks from his house in the South Austin neighborhood when someone driving a gray Jaguar hit him – and decided to keep going. CBS 2's Jermont Terry reports.
Pedestrian killed in South Austin hit-and-run
The victim suffered major head trauma and was transported by the Chicago Fired Department to Mt. Sinai Hospital in critical condition where he was pronounced dead a short time later.
Hit-and-run: Police release image of car that fatally struck 26-year-old James Thompson
Witnesses say the driver stopped for about 30 seconds before speeding off.
Hit-and-run: Police release image of car that fatally struck 26-year-old James Thompson
Witnesses say the driver stopped for about 30 seconds before speeding off.
Police seek car that killed pedestrian in Near West Side hit-and-run
A man is dead after being struck by a car on the city's Near West Side early Saturday morning.
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Chicago First Alert Weather: Sunny day Wednesday
High temperatures will be in the mid-70s.
Suspect in murder of CPD Officer Andrés Mauricio Vásquez Lasso expected in court
Steven Montano, 18, was formally indicted in late March on 30 felony counts, including multiple counts of murder and aggravated unlawful use of a weapon.
Oak Brook Shooting: Man shot and killed inside car, investigation underway
Police found a man with multiple gunshot wounds. He was pronounced dead at the scene.
Police investigating possible explosion at apartment complex in Oak Forest
A bomb squad and arson investigators are on the scene of the one-story unit near 160th Street and Laramie Avenue.
Suspect in custody after missing woman found dead in Logan Square
AJ Battaglia said the victim is his sister, 33-year-old Brittany Battaglia, who has been missing since Friday, and lives only about a block away.
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Police investigating possible explosion at apartment complex in Oak Forest
A bomb squad and arson investigators are on the scene of the one-story unit near 160th Street and Laramie Avenue.
Chicago's top doctor says there was no measles outbreak inside police district
CBS 2 cameras first spotted a notice about a measles outbreak over the weekend, but it's unclear how or why that sign was posted.
3 suspects evade police after chase by changing clothes in Calumet City Mall
Investigators focused their attention on a Dodge Caravan which was ditched at the mall.
Family says missing woman found dead in Logan Square; one person in custody
AJ Battaglia said the victim is his sister, 33-year-old Brittany Battaglia, who has been missing since Friday, and lives only about a block away.
Chicago First Alert Weather: Sunny day Wednesday
High temperatures will be in the mid-70s.
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Chicago Police officer busted at bar with crack cocaine in squad car, records say
Police said the 38-year-old officer was arrested coming out of a Norwood Park neighborhood bar early Friday morning.
Two shootings involving 2-year-olds in Chicago within period of hours
It is unclear whether either of the two people charged in each shooting actually fired a weapon.
Illinois clergy sex abuse probe reveals hundreds more cases in Catholic church
The report found, in all six dioceses in Illinois, there were 451 Catholic clerics and religious brothers who abused nearly 2,000 children.
Illinois lawmakers pass bill making it easier to sue gun manufacturers
Gov. JB Pritzker is poised to sign the bill that will help hold "reckless" gun manufacturers and advertisers accountable in court.
Illinois set to become first state to count Arab Americans in state data
If passed, Arab Americans and minority groups from the Middle East will be separately recognized.
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Chris Christie announces 2024 presidential campaign
Former New Jersey Gov. Chris Christie said Trump made the country "smaller by dividing us even further and pitting one group against another."
Pence officially files paperwork to run for president
Former Vice President Mike Pence is expected to launch his campaign with a speech in Iowa on Wednesday.
Biden signs debt ceiling bill that pulls U.S. back from brink of default
With just two days to spare, President Joe Biden has signed legislation that lifts the nation's debt ceiling.
Justice Department closes Pence documents probe with no charges
Multiple sources familiar with the matter tell CBS News the Justice Department won't seek to charge former Vice President Mike Pence.
Civic Committee announces ambitious plan to cut down on murders in Chicago
In five years, they hope to bring the annual number of murders in Chicago below 400. Chicago hasn't been under that number since 1965.
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Experts issue warning about scammers ahead of Taylor Swift concerts
The hype for Taylor is high – and so is the chance of online vendors taking advantage of fans.
Minimum wage to rise for Chicago, suburban Cook County on July 1
Both Chicago and Cook County have their own separate minimum wage ordinances, both setting higher rates than set by Illinois state law.
Highway safety group releases list of vehicles that can help keep teens safe
US Centers for Disease Control says teenagers are three times more likely to be involved in a fatal accident compared to older drivers.
Billy Corgan says he paid off hacker who threatened to leak new Smashing Pumpkins songs
The Smashing Pumpkins just released ATUM, a three-act rock opera, on Friday, May 5. But if it were up to the hacker, some of the album would've been released months ago.
FDA considers first ever over-the-counter birth control pill
The FDA is concerned about the effectiveness of the pill in overweight women and if individuals would follow the instructions properly.
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Chicago's top doctor says there was no measles outbreak inside police district
CBS 2 cameras first spotted a notice about a measles outbreak over the weekend, but it's unclear how or why that sign was posted.
Chicago doctors talk solutions on caring for patients with disabilities
CBS 2 headed over to the Shirley Ryan AbilityLab in Streeterville to check out specialized equipment used to care for patients.
Northwestern doctor examines why patients with disabilities face discrimination
One doctor who tried to help said she was stunned by why
One year since Chicago's first mpox case, health officials still urge caution after cases this spring
Chicago health officials urge vaccinations after more than 30 cases were reported in Chicago since April.
Former first lady Rosalynn Carter has dementia, family announces
Former first lady Rosalynn Carter's dementia diagnosis was announced as former President Jimmy Carter continues to receive hospice care.
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New Barbie-themed café opens in Chicago's Fulton Market
The pop-up restaurant celebrates the iconic fashion doll with Barbie-themed food and drinks.
'Junk' removal company remains busy as more people opt to leave Illinois
Population loss, as calculated by the 2020 U.S. Census, recently cost Illinois a congressional seat.
Bears begin interior demolition at Arlington Park
The work is taking place even though the new stadium is still far from a done deal.
Minimum wage to rise for Chicago, suburban Cook County on July 1
Both Chicago and Cook County have their own separate minimum wage ordinances, both setting higher rates than set by Illinois state law.
Former teacher turns love for skincare into booming business
A local shea butter skincare brand has recently joined the ranks of legacy brands, making it onto shelves of beauty retailer Ulta.
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Evans hits 3-pointer late in OT, Chicago beats Indiana 108-103
Marina Mabrey scored 18 of her 28 points in the first half, Dana Evans scored all 19 of her points after halftime and the Chicago Sky beat the Indiana Fever 108-103 in overtime.
Giolito doesn't allow a hit as White Sox top Yankees 3-2
Isiah Kiner-Falefa had an RBI double with two outs in the seventh inning off Chicago reliever Joe Kelly, ending a combined no-hit bid by the White Sox against the New York Yankees.
Michael Jordan's sneakers from iconic 'flu game' up for auction
The shoes are currently listed at a little over $1 million.
USABA helping bring growing Paralympic sport of blind soccer to Chicago
Blind soccer has been played in the Paralympics since 2004, but the 2028 Paralympic Games in Los Angeles will feature the first-ever U.S. blind soccer team.
Ryan Keeler, former Nazareth Academy and UNLV football player, died of heart condition
Keeler, 20, was a defensive lineman who had just completed his redshirt freshman season at UNLV, when he was found dead in his apartment.
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Hollywood actors vote overwhelmingly to authorize strike
The actors' union, which has roughly 160,000 members, voted overwhelmingly to strike if negotiations with studios turn sour.
St. Sabina Youth Choir to perform at Gospel Music Festival in Millennium Park
The choir is back in full force, after being forced to miss some big performances due to the pandemic.
Inside Pink Floyd's 'Dark Side of the Moon' show at the Adler Planetarium
Mike Smail, director of theaters and visualization at the Adler, joined CBS 2's Brad Edwards on the stream Friday.
Remembering David Yondorf: stage combat master, Bounding Main vocalist dies at 43
Yondorf died on Wednesday, May 17, after a battle with cancer.
Sueños Music Festival returns to Grant Park this weekend
The event features 20 of the most popular reggaeton and Latin artists around. The lineup includes Wisin & Yandel, Feid, Grupo Firme, and Nicky Jam
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Man charged with murder of CPD Officer Andrés Mauricio Vásquez Lasso expected in court
- The man charged with killing Chicago Police Officer Andrés Mauricio Vásquez Lasso is expected back in court Wednesday.
Police investigating possible explosion at apartment complex in Oak Forest
A bomb squad and arson investigators are on the scene of the one-story unit near 160th Street and Laramie Avenue.
Suspect in custody after missing woman found dead in Logan Square
The last time anyone had heard from Brittany, she told her roommate she was heading to the same place the body was found.
Vienna Beef plans to renovate Buckton factory with cafe, stores and more
Vienna Beef is part of Chicago's history and now, thanks to a renovation, the 130-year-old Bucktown factory will also be a big part of the city's future. This is what it will look like when it's done.
City says Chicago Park District facility could be used to house migrants
The City of Chicago is eyeing one of the Chicago Park District's biggest active facilities as a possible shelter space for migrants. The Broadway Armory Park has been used as an emergency homeless shelter during the pandemic. But as CBS 2's Marissa Perlman explained, neighbors worry this could mean youth and senior programs will get cut.
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