Firework safety tips to avoid injury
Here are some simple things to do to stay out of the hospital. About 15 percent of all fireworks-related injuries affect the eyes.
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Here are some simple things to do to stay out of the hospital. About 15 percent of all fireworks-related injuries affect the eyes.
July 4th is just around the corner! Here's where you can see fireworks displays around Chicago, the suburbs and Northwest Indiana in 2025.
From airport issues to how packed the roads will be, Kris Van Cleave has more.
As more than 2 million travelers are expected to pass through Chicago airports during the July 4th holiday weekend, American Airlines is using new technology to help them make their connections.
Millions will travel for the July 4th weekend and to help with the crowds, both United and American airlines at O'Hare are using new technology that tracks passengers who might miss their connections.
July 4th travel is underway and Darius Johnson has the what you can expect before heading to O'Hare and Midway airports.
The CFD placed its focus on sparklers, saying while they may seem harmless, they account for the second highest percentage of fireworks injuries.
The CFD placed its focus on sparklers, saying while they may seem harmless, they account for the second highest percentage of fireworks injuries.
Rich Naponelli, owner of Dog Training Elite Chicago, offers tips on keeping animals comfortable during patriotic celebrations.
Rich Naponelli, owner of Dog Training Elite Chicago, said that fireworks can be triggering to pets as they don't know when to expect them.
According to the US Department of Veterans Affairs, 7% of all veterans will have PTSD at some point in their lives.
AAA reports that four million people in Illinois will be road tripping, and more than 150,000 will fly to their destination.
Highland Park Mayor Nancy Rotering joined CBS News Chicago after the parade shooter was sentenced to life in prison.
The sentencing hearing for the convicted shooter in the 2022 Highland Park July 4th parade shooting started Wednesday morning. The courtroom was packed with victims, witnesses, and family members waiting to give statements. Survivors were the first to have the opportunity to take the stand.
Robert Crimo III changed his plea to guilty in the July 4, 2022, parade shooting just as opening statements were set to begin in his trial Monday. Sabrina Franza reports on the surprise development, while Tara Molina reports on reaction from survivors and the community.
A spokesperson for the victims and survivors said they are all relieved by the plea entered Monday. Tara Molina reports, and Legal Analyst Irv Miller has analysis of Highland Park parade shooter Robert Crimo III's choice to plead guilty.
Those selected for the trial of the defendant in the 2022 July 4th parade shooting all said they either don’t go on social media, or have not followed the case since the shooting happened. Sabrina Franza reports.
Defendant Robert Crimo III and his family were present for part of the day Monday, but did not return after lunchtime. Sabrina Franza reports.
For the first half of the jury selection process Monday, the defendant in the July 4, 2022, mass shooting sat intently — either straight up or at times using his elbow to prop himself up — to look at potential jurors. Sabrina Franza reports.
Judge Victoria Rossetti said victims may have an attorney and a support person with them in the courtroom.
Before the parade kicks off on July 4, Highland Park will host a remembrance ceremony for the seven people who were killed three years ago.
A total of 109 people were shot this July 4th weekend in Chicago, compared to 57 people shot last year. Megan Hickey reports.
With Beryl hammering the Gulf Coast, United, American Airlines, and Southwest canceled and delayed dozens of flights in Houston and other cities because of the storm. CBS Correspondent Kris Van Cleave reports.
Ahead of July 4, here are the states where fireworks sales are legal, where they're illegal and where various restrictions apply.
City leaders said meticulous planning went into the occasion, providing space for both remembrance and family traditions two years after the 2022 mass shooting.
