Motorcyclist identified in fatal crash near Libertyville
Witnesses said the driver of the motorcycle was traveling at a high rate of speed while weaving in and out of traffic.
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Motorcyclist in critical condition after crash in Unincorporated Libertyville
The driver of the motorcycle was unable to avoid the collision and struck the Chrysler - causing him to be thrown from the motorcycle.
Man shot in Libertyville road rage incident
The victim was struck by a bullet, and called 911 after driving a short distance, police said.
Suspected road rage shooting leaves man wounded in Libertyville
The victim was struck by a bullet, and called 911 after driving a short distance, police said.
A friendship forged after battle, pair of veterans closer than ever after 75 years
Leonard Messineo and Morrie Bishaf met more than seven decades ago, they don't remember the details, exactly. Likely somewhere along the L tracks on the way to college.
Car recovered in Libertyville carjacking that left pregnant woman injured
Late last month, two carjackers in that BMW ran over 34-year-old Taylor Shepherd after she pulled into her driveway.
Car used in Libertyville carjacking recovered, authorities say
A possible break in a violent carjacking involving a pregnant woman in Libertyville.
Lake County Sheriff's police say software held them up in tracking carjacked Volkswagen
There were questions Friday for Volkswagen after a Libertyville mother who was six months pregnant was beaten, carjacked, and run over.
Police say software hampered efforts to find Volkswagen carjacked in Libertyville
A statement reads: "Volkswagen takes the safety and security of its customers very seriously. Our thoughts are with the victims and their family." CBS 2's Marissa Perlman reports.
Pregnant woman beaten, carjacked, run over in Libertyville
The woman's 2-year-old son was in the back seat of her car as it was stolen, but was safe at home Thursday night.
Carjacker runs over pregnant mother, drives off with child in back seat
The woman remained hospitalized after the incident in unincorporated Libertyville Thursday. CBS 2's Marissa Perlman reports.
SUV with child stolen in Libertyville
The child was later found in Waukegan, but the vehicle has not been found.
Car with child stolen in Libertyville; child later found
The child was found about 15 minutes after the vehicle was reported stolen, but the vehicle itself is still missing. Kris Habermehl reports from Chopper 2.
Lake County Coroner hoping tattoos help identify woman's remains found in Libertyville
The woman's remains were found in a wooded area along the 1800 block of Hollister Drive on Nov. 19.
Human remains found in Libertyville
A death investigation human is underway after human remains were found in Libertyville on Saturday.
Libertyville man charged with setting mother's house on fire
Officers said the woman had a restraining order against her son at the time.
Man charged with setting fire to mother's house in Libertyville
Adrian S. Jonas is charged with arson, residential arson, violating an order of protection, and resisting a peace officer.
Libertyville man convicted of 17 counts of criminal sexual assault
A Libertyville man is facing a minimum of 80 years in prison after being found guilty of criminal sexual assault Thursday.
Teachers at Highland Middle School shave their heads to support fellow colleague
Some teachers in Libertyville volunteer for a hair-raising experience. And it was all for a good cause.
Autopsy Finds Thomas Howe, Whose Body Was Found In Des Plaines River, Apparently Drowned
An autopsy on Wednesday determined that Thomas "Tommy" Howe – whose body was found in the Des Plaines River near Libertyville more than three weeks after he was reported missing – appears to have drowned.
Body Of Thomas Howe, Antioch Man Missing Since January 22, Found In Des Plaines River Near Libertyville
The body of Thomas "Tommy" Howe was found in the Des Plaines River near Libertyville Tuesday, more than three weeks after he was reported missing.
Family Offering $10,000 Reward To Find Thomas Howe, Antioch Man Missing Since January 22
Thomas "Tommy" Howe was last seen around 11 a.m. on Jan. 22, after he was involved a crash near the Tri-State Tollway and Illinois Route 176 in Libertyville.
Homeless Man Stabbed On Pace Bus In Vernon Hills
Errol Shakes, 51, was arrested for the stabbing, and charged with attempted murder, aggravated battery causing great bodily harm, and aggravated battery with a deadly weapon.
1 Person Found Dead In Libertyville House Fire
A person was found dead in a house fire in Libertyville early Friday morning.
An Interview With Donna Johnson, Libertyville's First Black Woman Mayor
On May 4, Donna Johnson was sworn in as the first African American woman to be elected mayor in the history of Libertyville.
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Morgan State University mass shooting: 5 shot on campus, search for suspect ongoing
Police say four of the five victims are students and none of the victims appear to have life-threatening wounds.
Chicago chef Christian Hunter designs unique dining experiences at Atelier
"I want to be able to offer the opportunity for people who may never actually get a chance to have a 12-course to be able to experience and pay what they can."
16-year-old girl stabbed to death in downtown Chicago
Police said the teen got into a fight with another woman, who used a knife to stab the teen twice in the chest.
Haunted Houses to visit in the Chicago area this Halloween
Spooky season is underway and if you are looking for more tricks and less treats, head to these Chicago area haunted houses.
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Embattled Illinois DCFS Director Marc Smith to step down at end of the year
Smith's resignation announcement comes a week after an Illinois Auditor General's report revealed dozens of major failures by DCFS over the past two years.
Alderman, residents upset over plan to house migrants in Galewood park field house
Once a packed meeting got under way, residents booed and chanted at city leaders. They stood shoulder-to-shoulder as they lashed out.
Northwestern-developed AI creates a robot from scratch in seconds
For the first time to date, researchers out of Northwestern University developed an artificial intelligence that can design a robot completely by itself.
Illinois man sentenced to 4.5 years for attacking officer, cameraman at Jan. 6 Capitol riot
Shane Jason Woods, of downstate Auburn, is still facing a murder charge for a Skokie woman's death during a drunken crash in 2022.
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Acts of hate are on the rise in Illinois, disturbing new report says
CBS 2 Investigator Megan Hickey has been combing through the new report, which highlights a rise in antisemitism, incidents involving white supremacists, and attacks on LGBTQ+ businesses.
Victim of botched Chicago police raid in 2017 to get $300,000 settlement
Police raided Sharnia Phillips' home while searching for two gang members who had never lived there.
Despite rise in catalytic converter theft, few arrests made in Chicago
Despite years of city leaders and lawmakers trying to fix the problem, the thieves are almost never caught.
Child care providers face "cliff" with pandemic funds set to expire
The American Rescue Plan funding has helped thousands of child care centers across Illinois pay their staff, upgrade their facilities and keep cots lower for parents.
Feds to fund improvements to keep pedestrians off Chicago area railroad tracks
A total of 39 people were killed trespassing on railroad tracks in Illinois last year alone.
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Embattled Illinois DCFS Director Marc Smith to step down at end of the year
Smith's resignation announcement comes a week after an Illinois Auditor General's report revealed dozens of major failures by DCFS over the past two years.
Mayor Johnson reemphasizes point on need to help asylum seekers
During a news conference, Mayor Johnson said he has been in touch with the White House and state officials for nearly 20 weeks – asking for aid and help with coordination.
As autoworkers' strike hits 19th day, U.S. Rep. Mike Quigley calls for resolution
On Friday, approximately 4,600 Ford workers at the Chicago Assembly Plant at 126th Street and Torrence Avenue on the Southeast Side joined the strike.
Ald. Raymond Lopez to run against U.S. Rep. Jesus "Chuy" Garcia in 2024 primary
Lopez, one of the most conservative members of the Chicago City Council, billed himself as a centrist Democrat, and argued Garcia is too "extreme" for the district's voters.
Rep. Quigley says lack of aid for Ukraine led him to vote no on bill to keep government open
Quigley was the only Democrat to vote against the bill this past weekend.
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Nonprofit dance group owed nearly $50,000 for holiday show performance
The company that owed the money also hadn't paid other entities for security and the venue for the show.
Kia, Hyundai models recalled due to fire risk; separate concerns about security flaws persist
Hyundai warned drivers to park their cars outside until they can get the necessary repairs.
Indiana AG sues MV Realty, says company is deceptive
MV Realty is based out of Florida, but operates in Indiana and several other states – including Illinois.
Contractor accused of scamming people in need of housework
They accused James Nesbitt of taking off with deposits without completing jobs and complained he didn't respond to customers.
Getting Hosed: Officials finally address on bad water billing at City Council hearing
The Chicago City Council Finance Committee held a hearing Tuesday with the heads of the Water Management and Finance departments.
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COVID vaccine during pregnancy helps protect newborns, new study finds
The findings are just the latest to show benefits from COVID vaccination during pregnancy.
Teen who's had two lung transplants gets behind-the-scenes tour of Field Museum
Scientists at the Field Museum showed Josh Burton ways he can still have a career without digging in the dirt.
Northwestern researchers get $45M to develop implant to sense and treat cancer
"From a clinical perspective, this could be a game-changing approach to cancer therapy," said Dr. Jonathan Rivnay.
How to get the new COVID vaccine for free, with or without insurance
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How FDA's top vaccines official is timing his COVID and flu shots
Can you get your COVID booster and flu shot at the same time? Here's what health experts say.
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As autoworkers' strike hits 19th day, U.S. Rep. Mike Quigley calls for resolution
On Friday, approximately 4,600 Ford workers at the Chicago Assembly Plant at 126th Street and Torrence Avenue on the Southeast Side joined the strike.
Autoworkers' strike against Ford leads to layoffs at suburban Chicago stamping plant
The layoffs took effect Saturday, Sept. 30.
Union files labor complaint after Signature Room at former John Hancock closes abruptly
No notice was given to the 132 restaurant employees represented by UNITE HERE Local 1, the union said.
GM and Stellantis plants in Bolingbrook and Naperville join UAW strike
"We're not going to wait around forever for a fair contract," UAW President Shawn Fain said. "The companies know how to make this right."
Workers at Chicago Ford plant worry they may have to walk off the job amid strike
Hundreds of autoworkers gathered Thursday outside the UAW Local 551 headquarters, 13550 S. Torrence Ave., to protest.
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Fans came from all over to see Lionel Messi take on Chicago Fire, but now he might not play
An injury may keep the superstar sidelined – and it has sent ticket prices tanking just a day before the match.
After career-best day, Fields says he only cares about Bears winning
Fields threw for over 300 yards and four touchdowns for the first time in his career last Sunday against the Broncos.
Fire offers fans perks as Messi is uncertain to play in Wednesday's match
The Fire will host Inter Miami and Messi on Wednesday night at Soldier Field, but he's has been dealing with a hamstring problem and may not play.
Hoyer says Cubs season was disappointing, pleased with Ross as manager
In a year of ups and downs, the Cubs came up two wins short of a wild card spot.
Bulls to begin training camp, preseason with same core in place
There will also be a three-way competition for the starting point guard spot as Lonzo Ball continues his rehab process.
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Man indicted for murder of Tupac Shakur in 1996 drive-by shooting
A Nevada grand jury indicted Duane "Keffe D" Davis in the long-unsolved killing of rapper Tupac Shakur, prosecutors announced in court Friday.
Actor Michael Gambon, who played Harry Potter's Dumbledore, dies at 82
Michael Gambon, the British-Irish actor who portrayed Dumbledore in the latter 6 of the 8 "Harry Potter" movies, has died after a bout of pneumonia.
Teri Bristol, Chicago house music DJ, dies at 66
Bristol began DJing in Chicago in the 1980s, and paved the way for a generation of other women DJs.
"Survivor" returns for season 45 Wednesday, Sept. 27 at 8 p.m. ET
Through longer weekly episodes, "Survivor" will take a deeper dive into the players' stories as they're stranded on the stunning islands of Fiji.
Hollywood writers, studios reach tentative deal to end strike
Terms of the deal must still be ratified by the WGA's approximately 11,000 members.
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Chicago chef Christian Hunter designs unique dining experiences at Atelier
What was once a Michelin-starred restaurant, has been given a new breath of life and a new chef to go with it. CBS 2's Jamaica Ponder sits down with the James Beard nominated Christian Hunter in his new restaurant, Atelier.
16-year-old girl stabbed to death in downtown Chicago
The teen, identified as Heaven Taylor, was taken to Northwestern Hospital where she died.
Chicago First Alert Weather: Rain comes back
CBS 2 Meteorologist Ed Curran has a check on the extended forecast, including what to expect for the marathon.
Vatican hosts month-long closed door meeting
It has been called the Super Bowl of the Catholic Church. Bishops from around the world are gathering in Rome to discuss major controversies like women in ministry. CBS News' Ian Lee reports.
Illinois man sentenced to 4.5 years for attacking two during Jan. 6 Capitol riot
An Illinois man has been sentenced to 4 ½ years in prison for assaulting a police officer and a TV cameraman during the U.S. Capitol insurrection on Jan. 6, 2021. He's also still facing murder charges in a drunk driving crash near Springfield last year.
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Morgan State University mass shooting: 5 shot on campus, search for suspect ongoing
Police say four of the five victims are students and none of the victims appear to have life-threatening wounds.
Chicago police warn of string of armed carjackings and robberies on West Side
In a span of about 90 minutes, masked men armed with handguns and rifles carjacked a white BMW X2, used that car to rob two people at gunpoint, and then carjacked another vehicle.
Man dies after being found shot in head on street in Bronzeville
Police classified his death as a homicide.
CTA bus supervisor wounded in Archer Heights shooting
Chicago Fire Department officials confirmed one person was taken to Mount Sinai Hospital after a shooting near 47th and Archer.
Suspect charged with kidnapping 9-year-old Charlotte Sena from Upstate campground
Investigators say fingerprints left on a ransom note helped lead them to the suspect and find the little girl inside a cabinet.
