Babies dumped from stolen car on freezing day rescued by stranger
Two infant girls were reported missing after the car they were in was stolen. The babies were later found left out in the cold.
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Two infant girls were reported missing after the car they were in was stolen. The babies were later found left out in the cold.
Paul Goldsmith was a legendary racer known for his versatility in both two and four-wheel racing.
Vice President Kamala Harris, the likely Democratic nominee for president, traveled to Indianapolis on Wednesday to speak at the Zeta Phi Beta Sorority Convention. She was a member of the Alpha Kappa Alpha sorority when she was a student at Howard University.
Police say that preliminary information shows a UTV with three 14-year-old girls riding in it failed to stop at a stop sign and crashed into a grain hauler near Strasburg in Shelby County.
Three people were taken to area hospitals in critical condition and two others were transported in stable condition, Indianapolis police said.
Back in 1972, John Messerschmidt began chasing eclipses at the age of 14 and will being his whole family along for the next one.
Seven minors between the ages of 12 and 17 were hospitalized with gunshot wounds Saturday night. A suspect has not been found.
The Indianapolis Metropolitan Police Department said around 1 a.m. North District officers were working in the area of the 800 block of Broad Ripple Avenue when they heard shots fired inside a nearby business.
The NFL's annual scouting combine has evolved from hidden gem into the league's second-biggest offseason event over the past three decades because of new twists.
The trooper stopped on the left shoulder of I-65 southbound at the 116-mile marker on a curved and narrow shoulder to help a stranded motorist change a flat tire.
Ruba Almaghtheh, 34, was formally charged Tuesday with intimidation, criminal recklessness and institutional criminal mischief, all felonies.
One of the surviving victims is the grandson of Chicago community activist Andrew Holmes.
Prosecutors said Gayln Morris used an Apple AirTag to track down Andres Smith at an area bar in 2022.
Over 800 manufacturers come together for this business-to-business convention and some locally-made favorites are taking center stage.
Ji Min Sha is being held on a murder charge for his alleged involvement in the stabbing of Varun Manish Chheda, his roommate.
Police said the vehicle drove off the road, struck a cable barrier in the median and caught fire.
A mass shooting at a FedEx facility in Indianapolis left eight people dead and multiple injured overnight. Here's what we know so far.
At least 8 people were fatally shot at a FedEx Facility in Indianapolis.
Being a sick kid is hard, and taking care of one can be a full-time job. So why are so many critically ill children in Northwest Indiana having to be driven hours to see the specialists they need to survive?
"Hosting both the men's and women's basketball tournaments in the same city allows for cohesive testing and medical protocols for both events, as well as centralized accommodations surrounding the competition venues," the Big Ten said.
The grand jury's decision not to indict Dejoure Mercer, the Black officer who shot and killed Dreasjon Reed on May 6, was announced Tuesday by special prosecutor Rosemary Khoury. Reed also was Black.
The federal lawsuit argues that the use of chemical agents and projectiles for crowd control violates the First Amendment.
The lawsuit alleges the Indianapolis Metropolitan Police Department failed to adequately train, screen and supervise officers to prevent them from engaging in excessive or deadly force.
Indianapolis police on Wednesday identified the officer who shot Reed as four-year veteran Dejoure Mercer.
Indianapolis Mayor Joe Hogsett announced Wednesday that the city would enter the next phase of its economy's reopening on Monday.
The pedestrian, a 33-year-old woman, was found unresponsive and was pronounced dead at the scene.
Illinois legislators are looking into using speed cameras and artificial intelligence technology to reduce speeding and crashes on DuSable Lake Shore Drive.
The Illinois winner of a $349 million Mega Millions jackpot remains a mystery over a week since the winning ticket was sold.
Blessen Turner was taken from the 6300 block of South Calumet Avenue, according to police.
The Dow opened sharply lower as investors fret over the potential economic impact of President Trump's latest tariffs.
Tinaglia said he supports a new Bears stadium in Arlington Heights, but the franchise and the village need to come to an agreement on common goals.
Chicago Teachers Union House of Delegates approves tentative agreement
President Trump announced new reciprocal tariffs on Wednesday, which he dubbed "Liberation Day."
Quezada, a Cook County Commissioner since 2022, previously spent six years as former Ald. Carlos Ramirez Rosa's constituent service director.
Abhinav Anne and Sai Ganbote, both juniors at Illinois Mathematics and Science Academy, pitched Illinois State lawmakers, and now House Bill 2960 is making its way through the Illinois General Assembly.
A Mega Millions lottery ticket that contained all the winning numbers — bought along the western edge of the Chicago metro area, in DeKalb County — has made someone in Illinois $344 million richer this week.
CBS News Chicago spent months trying to get a simple answer from Lynwood Mayor Jada Curry about her salary.
In most of Lisle, residents get their water from the village. But in one section, the Oak View subdivision, a private company supplies the water, and residents are furious about the bills.
Mark Aiello's winning bets banked $389,000 — enough for his daughter's future college education. But a moment was about all it lasted, as all his bets were suddenly canceled as if he'd never made them.
This threat was a response to the EU's 50% tariffs on American whiskey, which are set to go into effect next month.
The device is smaller than a grain of rice — and is suited particularly to help newborn babies with congenital heart defects.
The Lake County Health Department confirmed to the school district that the person is isolated from others and undergoing treatment.
According to the public health department, the cuts affect 22 contracts and over 100 staff positions.
Right now, the industry standards call for AFib patients to take blood thinners for the rest of their lives.
Abortion has been top of mind for many voters casting early ballots in the race for a seat on the Wisconsin Supreme Court.
Tinaglia said he supports a new Bears stadium in Arlington Heights, but the franchise and the village need to come to an agreement on common goals.
The Supreme Court appears to be leaning toward a Catholic charitable organization pushing back against the state of Wisconsin in the latest religious rights case to come before the court.
Notably in St. Louis, hometown company Anheuser-Busch ended a 30-year partnership. Bud Light is also a top sponsor of Chicago pride events — and there may be a change there too.
Singleton will be the first to tell you her success is not a solo act.
The owners are waiting to see if the federal grants they lost are reinstated.
Nintendo has announced a June 5 launch date for its latest gaming console, the Switch 2.
A unique talent, Val Kilmer was praised as an acting chameleon who took on varied and challenging roles, and the results were often memorable.
Lollapalooza announced the daily lineup for the 2025 festival in Grant Park July 31 through Aug. 3. Tickets are going fast.
Want to catch the 2025 NCAA March Madness tournament? Here's how to stream the college basketball games for free.
The Lollapalooza 2025 lineup is here, featuring Doechii, Sabrina Carpenter, and Olivia Rodrigo among the headliners.
Make your own pizza with Pizzeria Uno in celebration of National Deep Dish Pizza Day.
American Airlines passengers were evacuated from a flight in Georgia, even using the wings to get to safety, after smoke filled the cabin due to a mechanical issue.
Don't miss PAW Patrol Live! "A Mighty Adventure" at the Chicago Theatre on April 5.
A vigil on Thursday in Chicago will honor the four American soldiers who died in Lithuania, including one from Joliet, when their armored vehicle sunk in a bog.
The Dow Jones Industrial Average plunged over 1,400 points, or 3.5%, shortly after stock market trading opened Thursday in the wake of President Donald Trump announcing sweeping global tariffs Wednesday.
Some people are calling for justice after the incident in the South Loop.
Blessen Turner was taken from the 6300 block of South Calumet Avenue, according to police.
The pedestrian, a 33-year-old woman, was found unresponsive and was pronounced dead at the scene.
Illinois legislators are looking into using speed cameras and artificial intelligence technology to reduce speeding and crashes on DuSable Lake Shore Drive.
The Illinois winner of a $349 million Mega Millions jackpot remains a mystery over a week since the winning ticket was sold.
"If we come together and we do something, we can make this stop, and we can do it together," said Pam Bosley, co-founder of the non-profit group Purpose over Pain.
In most of Lisle, residents get their water from the village. But in one section, the Oak View subdivision, a private company supplies the water, and residents are furious about the bills.
From inside command centers, first responders would be able to deploy a drone as soon as a 911 call is made to provide an eye in the sky before police can get there.
A new report revealed scammers stealing Illinois SNAP funds from EBT cards have made off with nearly $21 million since October 2022.
The new documentation shows how bodies were being handled at the Heights Crematory in south suburban Chicago Heights dating back years.
The Sox' lone run came on Brooks Baldwin's homer in the seventh.
Tinaglia said he supports a new Bears stadium in Arlington Heights, but the franchise and the village need to come to an agreement on common goals.
Seiya Suzuki homered twice and drove in five runs as the Chicago Cubs beat the Athletics 10-2 on Wednesday to complete a three-game sweep.
The Sox' starting pitchers worked 23 innings without allowing an earned run over the team's first four games.
Nikola Vucevic shot 9 for 12, including 2 for 3 from 3-point range to finish with 22 points, while adding 10 rebounds and seven assists.
The workers have recovered. But they said it was all shocking and painful — and now some people are calling for justice.
Caprice Edward Cashaw, 31, of Merrillville, was charged with multiple felonies.
Police released a community alert on Tuesday showing surveillance images of the seven suspects, and asked anyone with information to contact public transportation detectives at 312-745-4447.
A few days after the shooting, police released surveillance images of four people wanted in connection with it — all under the age of 20.
Chicago police said two groups were in an argument that turned into a fight.
