Chicago woman killed after crashing into guard rail on Interstate 94
A woman is dead after crashing into a guard rail on I-94 early Saturday morning.
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Glenwood man crashes into IDOT truck; charged with DUI
A Glenwood man is charged after crashing into two vehicles including an IDOT truck early Sunday morning.
ISP responds to shooting on Interstate 94 ramp
Illinois state police responded to an expressway shooting on the Bishop Ford ramp Friday just before midnight.
1 Dead, 4 Injured In Rollover Crash On I-94
One person is dead, and four others were injured following a roll-over crash on Interstate-94 early Saturday morning.
Stretch Of Southbound Bishop Ford Freeway Shut Down After Shooting Near 159th Street
The southbound Bishop Ford Freeway was shut down late Wednesday because of a shooting near 159th Street.
Southbound Bishop Ford Freeway Shut Down For Period Of Time After Gunfire
The Bishop Ford Freeway was shut down at 115th Street for a period of time during the Tuesday evening rush after shots were fired.
1 Person Injured In Shooting On I-94 Near 115th Street
One person was hospitalized after a shooting on I-94 near 115th Street Friday morning.
ISP Arrest Man For Attempted Murder, Aggravated Battery On I-290
A man remains in custody following a domestic dispute on I-290 Thursday, according to Illinois State Police.
Crash On Edens Expressway Leaves One Person Injured, Shuts Down Lane
A lane was shut down on the northbound Edens Expressway near Old Orchard Road late Friday after a crash that left one person injured.
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.
Multiple People Injured When Car Goes Off Road, Hits Wall And Light Pole On Edens Expressway At Touhy Avenue
Multiple people were injured Saturday afternoon when a car went off the road and hit a wall and a light pole on the Edens Expressway in Lincolnwood.
At Least 4 Taken To Hospital, 1 With Life-Threatening Injuries, After Crash On Edens Expressway At Lake Cook Road
A terrifying crash on the Edens Expressway tied up traffic for hours Saturday.
Crash Involving Motorcycle Closes Northbound Lanes On I-94 Near Wilson Avenue
Northbound lanes are closed as police respond to a crash involving a motorcycle on I-94 near Wilson Avenue.
Northbound Tri-State Tollway Shut Down For Hours Near Gurnee After Crash
The northbound Tri-State Tollway was shut down near Gurnee late Sunday after a crash.
State Police Investigate After Man Was Shot On Bishop Ford Freeway Tuesday
Police were investigating Wednesday after a man said he was shot on the Bishop Ford Freeway in the south suburbs the day before.
Shooting Shuts Down Local Lanes Of Dan Ryan Expressway
A female victim was injured by the gunfire and taken to the hospital.
Driver Suffers Life-Threatening Injuries Upon Crashing Into Commercial Vehicle On Edens Expressway
A driver suffered life-threatening injuries upon crashing into a commercial vehicle on the shoulder of the Edens Expressway at Cicero Avenue late Thursday.
Driver Seriously Wounded In Wednesday Shooting On Dan Ryan Expressway, Passenger Injured In Crash
Illinois State Police said the shooting happened around 7:40 p.m. in the northbound express lanes of the Dan Ryan at 33rd Street.
Gunfire On Dan Ryan Expressway Causes Crash That Briefly Closed All Lanes Overnight
The Dan Ryan Expressway came to a stop Friday night after a car riddled with bullets slammed into a barrier.
Driver Shot, Wounded On Dan Ryan Expressway Near 75th Street
A driver was shot and wounded Saturday afternoon on the Dan Ryan Expressway near 75th Street.
Shooting Suspect In Custody After Holding Police In Standoff For Nearly 17 Hours In Calumet City; Bishop Ford Freeway Reopens
The Bishop Ford Freeway was shut down in the south suburbs late Sunday, as a man barricaded himself in a mobile home after police said he shot another man, and then fired at officers.
1 Dead, 2 Injured In Bishop Ford Crash Involving IDOT Truck
The driver of the IDOT vehicle was taken to the hospital with non-life-threatening injuries, according to ISP.
Bullet Flies Through Man's Windshield On I-94 In Deerfield
There was a scare for a driver on the Tri-State Tollway in Deerfield late Sunday morning when a bullet came flying through his windshield.
Dead Body Found Found On I-94 Near Dempster Exit In Skokie
There is still no word on the identification of the person or how they died.
2 Drivers Hurt, 1 With Life-Threatening Injuries, When Truck Hits Car On I-94 In North Suburbs
Two drivers were hurt – with one suffering life-threatening injuries in a crash on the Tri-State Tollway int the northern suburbs Thursday evening.
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Chicago Weather Alert: Flash Flood Warning for Cook, Will County until 3 p.m.
Showers and storms through the first part of the afternoon, then we'll see less coverage after that.
Multiple cars hit by party bus in Northalsted neighborhood
People on Chicago's North Side were forced to run for safety as an out-of-control party bus sideswiped a string of cars Saturday.
Fallen Chicago police officer Ella French honored in special ceremony 1 year after her death
It's been one year since the officer was shot and killed during a traffic stop.
Manhunt underway for suspected gunman in 4 Ohio deaths
Authorities say Stephen Marlow, 39, could be heading to Chicago.
Indiana becomes 1st to approve abortion ban post Roe
The Indiana Legislature on Friday approved the near-total abortion ban with some exceptions, including in cases of rape, incest, and to protect the life and physical health of the mother.
6 killed, 40 wounded in weekend shootings across Chicago
At least six people are dead, and 40 others are wounded after weekend shootings across the city so far.
16-year-old boy charged with attempted carjacking in West Lawn
The boy was identified as the offender who attempted to take a vehicle from a man in West Lawn.
Man shot, seriously wounded during altercation at party in North Austin
A man is shot during an altercation in the North Austin neighborhood Sunday morning.
Woman killed after laying in street, struck by vehicle in Longwood Manor
A woman is dead after being struck by a vehicle in the Longwood Manor neighborhood Saturday night.
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Chicago Weather Alert: Flash Flood Warning for Cook, Will County until 3 p.m.
Showers and storms through the first part of the afternoon, then we'll see less coverage after that.
Multiple cars hit by party bus in Northalsted neighborhood
People on Chicago's North Side were forced to run for safety as an out-of-control party bus sideswiped a string of cars Saturday.
Fallen Chicago police officer Ella French honored in special ceremony 1 year after her death
It's been one year since the officer was shot and killed during a traffic stop.
Manhunt underway for suspected gunman in 4 Ohio deaths
Authorities say Stephen Marlow, 39, could be heading to Chicago.
Indiana becomes 1st to approve abortion ban post Roe
The Indiana Legislature on Friday approved the near-total abortion ban with some exceptions, including in cases of rape, incest, and to protect the life and physical health of the mother.
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$33.5 million verdict ordered against Village of Dolton in deadly 2016 crash involving police
Attorneys say it all started with a driver rolling through a stop sign.
New motion in R. Kelly case claims deceptive practices by former lead prosecutor
With the Chicago federal trial for R. Kelly and two of his associates set to begin in less than two weeks, attorneys for one of the defendants – Derrell McDavid – filed a bizarre motion in court Wednesday.
Englewood building residents go for 12 days without water service
That length of time made for a rough situation for people living in the building, and raised questions about why it took so long.
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.
Getting Hosed: North Lawndale landlord's water bill jumps from $200 to $20,000 for one month
Yasser Almanaseer said he has had no luck in getting it fixed.
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Indiana becomes 1st to approve abortion ban post Roe
The Indiana Legislature on Friday approved the near-total abortion ban with some exceptions, including in cases of rape, incest, and to protect the life and physical health of the mother.
Illinois abortion clinics have been flooded with patients since Roe overturning; new Indiana law could mean even more
More than a month after the U.S. Supreme Court overturned Roe v. Wade, a better idea is emerging of how big the impact has been on Illinois clinics.
Republicans pick Milwaukee to host 2024 national convention
The decision was all-but sealed after opposition in Nashville lead to that city's council on Tuesday rejecting a draft agreement for hosting the event.
Arizona, Missouri, Kansas, Michigan and Washington primary results
Abortion was on the ballot in Kansas, while Trump's influence was put to the test in swing state Arizona.
New men's homeless shelter in Rogers Park has green light, but not everyone likes the idea
"Our community's feelings about this are complex and the concerns are complex," said Ald. Maria Hadden (49th).
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Illinois AG warns of scam using phony websites to target banking customers
The scammers make the websites look real as they trick customers to enter their information to create a bank account.
Are we in a recession? An expert says yes, but there's a sliver of good news about falling prices
The GDP a measure of total spending on goods and services across the economy, fell at an annual rate of 0.9 percent, the Commerce Department said Thursday.
Inflation is at 40-year high, and one expert says cost of living is even worse than numbers say
The Consumer Price Index reports the price of gas skyrocketed nearly 60 percent over the last year – and it's of course far from the only commodity affected.
Flight delays and cancellations are expected to be a disaster this holiday weekend
Buckle up for a weekend of travel chaos – starting Thursday, mass delays and cancellations are expected just to get worse heading into the holiday weekend.
After losing rental income, Chicago man gets stuck with long wait from state assistance program
Rental income was part of a Chicago man's retirement plan, but that hit a snag when his renters lost their jobs during the pandemic.
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Chicago launches public health plan for monkeypox
The United States now counts more infections from the virus than any other country in the world. Since May, cases have grown from zero to 6,617.
U.S. declares monkeypox outbreak a public health emergency
The declaration could help the federal government respond as the number of cases grows and demand for the vaccine far exceeds supply around the country.
Are "Novids" special or just lucky at avoiding COVID-19?
It's estimated that more than 70% of Americans have had COVID, but we all know someone who says they've never had it.
Northalsted Market Days organizers focus on safety amid monkeypox outbreak
Market Days will be held this Saturday and Sunday along Halsted Street from Addison Street south to Belmont Avenue.
Gov. Pritzker declares monkeypox virus outbreak in Illinois a Public Health Emergency
The proclamation takes effect immediately and will remain in place for 30 days.
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Camp Aramoni brings boutique camping experience to site less than two hours away from Chicago
In the town of Tonica – less than two hours away from Chicago and right next to Starved Rock State Park – a hidden treasure sits on 96 acres of preserved land.
New 'first class' theatre at Wheeling Town Center hopes to draw back in-person crowds
Operators of the new theatre hope enhancing the experience will draw back crowds not since since before the pandemic.
Meet Kyriakos 'Carl' Damianides, proudly at the helm of the Sky-Ride Tap downtown for 50 years
Imagine working at a place 50 years and hoping for 50 more – all because of the people.
Are we in a recession? An expert says yes, but there's a sliver of good news about falling prices
The GDP a measure of total spending on goods and services across the economy, fell at an annual rate of 0.9 percent, the Commerce Department said Thursday.
More Illinois Black, Latino business owners receive marijuana retail licenses
The state issued 149 retail licenses on Friday, more than doubling the number of pot shops statewide.
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Dunning blanks old team, García 5 RBIs as Texas routs ChiSox
Dane Dunning allowed one hit in seven dominant innings against his former team for his first win since April, and Adolis García drove in five runs as the Texas Rangers shut out the Chicago White Sox 8-0 on Saturday night.
Smyly finally wins at home as Cubs beat Marlins 4-0
Drew Smyly tossed shutout ball into the seventh inning for his first win at Wrigley Field for the Cubs, leading Chicago past the Miami Marlins 4-0 on Saturday.
Dylan Cease pitches 6 strong innings, White Sox beat Rangers
Dylan Cease pitched six strong innings, Eloy Jimenez hit a tiebreaking solo home run and the Chicago White Sox beat the Texas Rangers on Friday night.
Chicago Fire goalkeeper Gabriel Slonina signs with Chelsea
The young phenom goalkeeper will finish out the season in Chicago before heading over to the English Premier League.
Sky beat Washington Mystics, tie franchise record with 24 regular-season wins
The Sky have a two-game lead over second-place Las Vegas with four games to play.
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Elton John stops to see preview of Broadway In Chicago's 'The Devil Wears Prada'
A preview performance of Broadway in Chicago's new show "The Devil Wears Prada" had a very special guest in attendance this week.
Ambulance transports, arrests at Lollapalooza down this year compared with last
The Office of Emergency Management and Communications said 68 people were transported by ambulance from Lollapalooza this year, compared with 102 last year.
Lightfoot announces 10-year deal extension to host Lollapalooza in Chicago
Lightfoot's office said the deal comes with an "estimated future financial impact of nearly $4 billion for the Chicago economy."
Mary Alice, Emmy and Tony winning actress, dead at 85
She won a Tony Award for her starring role in "Fences" on Broadway, and an Emmy Award for her supporting role in the TV series "I'll Fly Away."
Will Smith addresses Chris Rock slap at Oscars in apology video
Smith said he didn't apologize during his Oscar's acceptance speech because he was "fogged out by that point."
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Ed's Tech Notes: Is tech always necessary?
Tech enhances some experiences but do we always need it? CBS 2's Ed Curran takes us back to when less was more.
Chicago Weather Alert: Heavy rain by afternoon
A flood watch is up for DeKalb and McHenry counties, where up to 2 inches of rain has already fallen.
CPD officer Ella French to be honored 1 year after her death
Chicago police officer Ella French was shot and killed in the line of duty during a traffic stop gone wrong.
What Caught My Eye: Aug. 7, 2022
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Last day for C2E2 happening Sunday
The Chicago Comic and Entertainment Expo wraps up Sunday. Content Manager Chris D'Lando tells us which guest will be in attendance.
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