2 injured in crash on I-90 westbound near Beverly Road
Two people are hospitalized after a crash Sunday morning, according to Illinois State Police.
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Father dies days after fiery wrong-way crash on I-90
The Cook County Medical Examiner’s office confirmed Wednesday that Tom Dobosz, 32, has been pronounced dead.
Father dies from injuries in fiery I-90 crash that also killed his wife, kids
Tom Dobosz, who was driving at the time, was airlifted to Loyola University Medical Center – where he was initially reported in serious condition but did not make it.
Crowd gathers in mourning for mother, four kids, and their friend who were killed in I-90 crash
The crowd was struck with unimaginable grief at a memorial and balloon release on the city's Far Northwest Side Monday evening.
Mourners remember family killed in fiery crash on I-90
A crowd was struck with unimaginable grief at a memorial and balloon release on the city’s Far Northwest Side Monday evening. CBS 2's Charlie De Mar reports.
How did a driver end up going the wrong way on I-90, causing crash that killed six?
The Illinois Secretary of State's office said the women, Jennifer Fernandez of Carpentersville, had a valid driver's license and no offenses on her record.
How did driver end up going wrong way on I-90, causing deadly crash?
A woman and five children were killed in a fiery crash on Interstate 90 in rural McHenry County over the weekend, and authorities said a wrong-way driver was to blame. CBS 2 Investigator Megan Hickey investigates how the driver might have ended up going the wrong way.
Memorial held for family, teen girl killed in crash
Lauren Dobosz, her four children, and another 13-year-old girl were killed when they were hit by a wrong-way driver on I-90 in McHenry County. CBS 2's Marissa Perlman reports.
Memorial planned for woman, five children in I-90 crash
A mother and her four kids – as well as another teenager in the car with them – were all killed over the weekend in a crash on Interstate 90 in a rural area of McHenry County. CBS 2's Marissa Perlman reports.
Community in mourning after fiery crash kills mom, five kids on I-90
Lauren Dobosz, 31, was a mom of four, a devoted cheerleading coach and wife. She was killed alongside her children – 13-year-old Emma, 8-year-old Lucas, 7-year-old Nicky, and 5-year-old Ella. CBS 2's Marissa Perlman reports.
ISP investigating after mob attacks squad vehicle on I-90 near Division Street
A mob of about 100 people attacked the squad vehicle Sunday morning, ISP said.
Dump truck full of crushed concrete rolls over on I-90 in Hoffman Estates
The crash was under investigation Monday afternoon.
Snow, Black Ice Cause Multi-Vehicle Pile Up On Interstate 90
Over a dozen cars were involved in a crash Sunday morning, according to Illinois State Police.
Semi Truck Catches Fire On I-90 Near Barrington Exit
A semi truck caught fire Tuesday morning on I-90 near the Barrington exit.
Illinois State Police Trooper Gerald Mason Dead After Being Found Shot In His SUV On Dan Ryan Expressway
An Illinois State Police trooper has died after he was found with a gunshot wound inside his cruiser on the Dan Ryan Expressway on Friday afternoon.
Lanes Reopen On I-90 Near Montrose Avenue After Police Investigate Reported Shooting
All lanes are back open on I-90 near Montrose Avenue after police investigated a reported shooting.
Crash Causes Fuel, Sugar Spill On I-90
A crash on I-90 Friday morning caused a fuel and sugar spill.
SUV, Semi-Truck Involved In Violent Crash On I-90 In Schaumburg
A violent crash caused major traffic issues Thursday night in Schaumburg.
Crash Shuts Down Part Of Jane Addams Memorial Tollway In Schaumburg
A severe traffic crash shut down the Jane Addams Memorial Tollway in Schaumburg late Sunday.
Snowy, Icy Roads Blamed For Traffic Crashes Around Area
Snowy and icy roads were causing accidents around the Chicago area Monday evening, and prompted police in some areas to shut down streets.
Snowy Conditions Blamed For Accident Involving Pace Bus On I-90 In Rosemont
Snowy conditions were blamed for an accident involving a Pace Bus on the Jane Addams Memorial Tollway in Rosemont late Monday afternoon.
Donkey Found Wandering On I-90 Near Arlington Heights Road
A donkey was found in the middle of I-90 near Arlington Heights Road Wednesday, according to Cook County Sheriff's officer.
Crash In Kane County Kills Boy
Authorities say a 10-year-old boy was killed when the vehicle he was riding in ran off a northern Illinois interstate and flipped over into a retention pond.
Carjacked SUV Was Reportedly Driving Recklessly On The Kennedy Before Multi-Vehicle Crash
A multiple-vehicle accident involving a carjacked SUV is causing delays on the outbound Kennedy Expressway near the Sacramento entrance, according to Illinois State Police.
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Man struck by car on DuSable Lake Shore Drive in Lakeview
A 52-year-old man was trying to run across DuSable Lake Shore Drive south of Addison Street around 8 p.m., when he was hit by a car in the northbound lanes.
Salon owners warn about woman who they say skipped out on bill for high-end services
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Jury selection completed in Chicago federal trial of R&B singer R. Kelly; opening statements set for Wednesday
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Englewood teen paints outside every day, filling her neighborhood with color
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CPD Officer Daniel Golden, paralyzed in shooting outside Beverly bar, to go home on Friday
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CTA gets $29 million to expand its electric bus fleet, upgrades for Chicago Avenue Garage
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University of Chicago study predicts Chicago could feel like Texas with extreme heat
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Cooper Roberts, 8-year-old Highland Park shooting victim, "in constant pain" during rigorous rehab
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Semi catches fire on Interstate 80 near Tinley Park
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32-year-old man shot, killed in Humboldt Park
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2 million infant swings, rockers recalled after 10-month-old dies
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Man struck by car on DuSable Lake Shore Drive in Lakeview
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Salon owners warn about woman who they say skipped out on bill for high-end services
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Englewood building residents go for 12 days without water service
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How did a driver end up going the wrong way on I-90, causing crash that killed six?
The Illinois Secretary of State's office said the women, Jennifer Fernandez of Carpentersville, had a valid driver's license and no offenses on her record.
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