'I Was Trying To Survive': Lincolnwood Woman Tells Her Story After A Man Was Charged After Holding Her Against Her Will
"I didn't send my older daughter a Wordle in the morning. And that was disconcerting to her."
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Man Armed With Knives Breaks Into Lincolnwood Home, Holds Elderly Woman Against Her Will
The woman was removed by police before the man barricaded himself in the house.
Thieves Break Into Several ATMs Overnight In Sauganash, Skokie, Lincolnwood
In each case, thieves tried to pry open or haul away an ATM from a bank, but it's unclear if they got any cash.
Lincolnwood Becomes Latest Suburb To See Pattern Of Mail Theft, Check Fraud
Police are investigating a pattern of mail theft and check fraud in north suburban Lincolnwood.
Shooting Investigation Underway On Edens Expressway Near Touhy Avenue
Lanes are closed on the Edens Expressway as police investigate a possible shooting near Touhy Avenue.
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.
18-Year-Old Turns Himself in to Lincolnwood Police For Fatal Hit-And-Run, Killing 63-Year-Old Marcia D. Morris
On Sunday, a female pedestrian was fatally struck in a hit-and-run crash in Lincolnwood. Two days later, the driver of the car turned himself in to Lincolnwood Police.
Woman, 63, Struck And Killed By Hit-And-Run Driver In Lincolnwood
The search is on for a hit and run driver in north suburban Lincolnwood. Police said a driver struck and killed a woman Sunday night on Touhy Avenue, and didn't stop.
Pedestrian Killed In Lincolnwood Hit-And-Run; Police Shut Down Touhy Avenue Near McCormick Boulevard
Touhy Avenue was shut down near McCormick Boulevard in Lincolnwood late Sunday after a vehicle killed a pedestrian in a hit-and-run.
Washington Prime Group, Parent Company Of Lincolnwood Town Center Mall, Files For Bankruptcy
Less than a week after we told you about the financial struggles at Lincolnwood Town Center, the suburban mall's parent company has filed for bankruptcy.
While Lincolnwood Town Center Mall Is Struggling, Official Says Village's Fiscal Footing Is Sound
For three decades, Lincolnwood Town Center mall has been a big sales tax generator for the Village of Lincolnwood, but it's struggling now. Still, despite the mall's slow decline, Lincolnwood is actually on sound fiscal footing.
Lincolnwood Homeowner Interrupts Burglary In Progress At Her Home
A homeowner in north suburban Lincolnwood drove up to her house and interrupted a burglary in progress on Saturday.
Neighbors In Lincolnwood Say They Feel Like They're Being Targeted By Auto Thieves
They're bold, quick, and violent – car thieves using the village of Lincolnwood as their own personal shopping spot.
Lincolnwood Family Carjacked In Their Own Driveway
A Lincolnwood family was carjacked Friday night as they arrived into their own driveway, police say.
2 Men In Custody After SUV Hits Building In Logan Square After Suburban Robbery
The men were wanted for a robbery in Lincolnwood.
West Nile Virus Found In Northern Suburbs
Some north suburbs are dealing with the return of West Nile Virus.
2 People Seriously Injured In Crash On Devon Avenue Near Cicero Avenue
Two people were hospitalized with serious injuries Wednesday night in a crash on Devon Avenue near Cicero Avenue.
Ex-Nurse Blows Whistle On Alleged COVID-19 Failures At Lincolnwood Assisted Living Facility
A growing number of coronavirus cases inside an assisted living facility leaves workers afraid for themselves and their residents.
Lincolnwood Gasoline Spill Caused By Driver Backing Into Pump
Sand was used to soak up as much of the gasoline as possible. But for a leak of this size more needed to be brought in by the department of public works.
Driver Hits Gas Pump, Causing Major Gas Leak In Lincolnwood
The driver of a red pickup truck can be seen backing up and hitting a gas pump.
New Year's Morning Fire Destroys House In Lincolnwood
A house in Lincolnwood was destroyed by fire on New Year's morning.
Dr. Fabio Ortega Charged With Sexual Assault At NorthShore Medical Group
A suburban doctor was charged Thursday with criminal sexual assault in an incident occurring at a medical center, police say.
Baby Rescued After Mom Accidentally Locked Infant In Car On One Of Hottest Day Of Year
A mother accidentally locked her baby inside a vehicle during the oppressive heat wave and immediately called 911 for help in Lincolnwood.
Mario Banks Of Evanston Indicted On Federal Robbery, Gun Charges
A federal grand jury indicted an Evanston man on robbery and firearm charges in connection with three violent gas station heists, including the same station twice, in the north suburbs.
Water Main Break In Lincolnwood Snarls Morning Traffic
A water main broke in north suburban Lincolnwood overnight, and commuters endured long waits this morning at one busy intersection.
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There are low marginal chances for severe storms by late afternoon.
Person shot, wounded by Chicago Police on Near West Side; gun recovered
This was the second police-involved shooting in Chicago in less than 24 hours.
CBS 2 Legal Analyst Irv Miller on Mar-a-Lago search: an arrest warrant doesn't necessarily follow a search warrant
"Getting a search warrant is the first step toward gathering evidence," Miller said. "There might not be any crime committed and the document just sits in a file and that's the end of the story."
Bud Billiken Parade kicks off Saturday Bronzeville
Chicago Police Supt. David Brown promised stepped-up security for the Bud Billiken Parade this weekend.
After he and his partner had monkeypox, fitness trainer warns 'how much of a joke this isn't'
The pain was so excruciating that a prescribed opioid didn't even help – that was Carson Twitchell's experience after he contracted monkeypox last month.
4 dead, 10 wounded in weekend shootings in Chicago
At least four people are dead and 10 others are wounded in shootings across the city as of Saturday.
Police seek to identify person involved in vehicle crash in West Garfield Park
Investigators are seeking information that leads to the identity of the victim.
2 killed in multi-vehicle crash on I-80 in Grundy County
Two people are dead after a multi-vehicle crash on I-80 in Grundy County Friday afternoon.
Police investigation: Downers Grove teen dies from fall at parking garage in Elmhurst
Police are investigating the death of a Downers Grove teen who fell at a parking garage in Elmhurst Saturday morning.
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Person shot, wounded by Chicago Police on Near West Side; gun recovered
This was the second police-involved shooting in Chicago in less than 24 hours.
CBS 2 Legal Analyst Irv Miller on Mar-a-Lago search: an arrest warrant doesn't necessarily follow a search warrant
"Getting a search warrant is the first step toward gathering evidence," Miller said. "There might not be any crime committed and the document just sits in a file and that's the end of the story."
Bud Billiken Parade kicks off Saturday Bronzeville
Chicago Police Supt. David Brown promised stepped-up security for the Bud Billiken Parade this weekend.
After he and his partner had monkeypox, fitness trainer warns 'how much of a joke this isn't'
The pain was so excruciating that a prescribed opioid didn't even help – that was Carson Twitchell's experience after he contracted monkeypox last month.
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Offer to buy timeshare for over $1 million turns out to be elaborate scam
The timeshare owner says the business sent him elaborate emails and documentation, but the requests for money went on and on – until he was out more than $300,000.
$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.
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CBS 2 Legal Analyst Irv Miller on Mar-a-Lago search: an arrest warrant doesn't necessarily follow a search warrant
"Getting a search warrant is the first step toward gathering evidence," Miller said. "There might not be any crime committed and the document just sits in a file and that's the end of the story."
Mar-a-Lago search warrant released, reveals FBI seized top-secret classified documents
The Justice Department is investigating the former president for potential Espionage Act violations.
Trump lawyers agree to public release of Mar-a-Lago search warrant
The Justice Department asked a federal court to unseal the warrant, citing public interest in the case, and Trump said he encouraged its release.
DOJ moves to unseal search warrant used to seize docs from Trump's home
Attorney General Merrick Garland revealed he "personally approved" the extraordinary decision to seek the warrant.
Trump team mulls releasing Mar-a-Lago warrant, inventory, video, photos
The Justice Department asked a judge to unseal the search warrant and inventory, but Trump lawyers are considering releasing material prior to a ruling.
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Thefts of Kias and Hyundais are skyrocketing, up 767% this summer in Cook County
In light of the crime trend, law enforcement wants everyone to know what's going on and how best to protect themselves and their cars.
Judge finds Walgreens contributed to San Francisco's opioid crisis
U.S. District Judge Charles Breyer said, for more than a decade, Walgreens pharmacies in San Francisco dispensed hundreds of thousands of opioid prescriptions without performing enough due diligence.
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.
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After he and his partner had monkeypox, fitness trainer warns 'how much of a joke this isn't'
The pain was so excruciating that a prescribed opioid didn't even help – that was Carson Twitchell's experience after he contracted monkeypox last month.
Chicago expecting 20,000 more monkeypox doses in coming weeks.
Chicago's top health official says the rush is on to get more monkeypox vaccine doses to those who need them, as infections continue to rise.
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.
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Hyde Park native to open Illinois' first Black-owned cannabis company
The artist is launching "93 Boyz" this weekend.
Neighbors push back against proposal for gun shop, shooting range in Long Grove
The Long Grove village manager said he has received hundreds of emails about the proposal for a Range USA shop
Groupon lays off 500 employees
The departments affected include technology and sales.
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.
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Kopech Ks 11, Vaughn hits 2-run single as Sox beat Tigers
Kopech was lifted despite blanking the Tigers on 85 pitches throught six innings.
Fans to get first glimpse at new-look Bears in first preseason game against Chiefs
Saturday's matchup will also mark the return of former head coach Matt Nagy, who serves on the Chiefs' staff.
Sky lose to Las Vegas Aces, are now tied for first with them
The Las Vegas Aces beat the Chicago Sky on Thursday night to move atop the WNBA standings with one game remaining.
Drew Smyly stars as Cubs beat Reds in 2nd 'Field of Dreams' game
Drew Smyly struck out nine in five scoreless innings, and the Cubs beat the Cincinnati Reds on Thursday night in Major League Baseball's second annual "Field of Dreams" game.
Bears coach Matt Eberflus speaks on Roquan Smith's contract situation
The Bears can fine Smith for not practicing since taking him off the PUP list.
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Actor Anne Heche 'not expected to survive' after crashing into Mar Vista home, rep says
Actor Anne Heche was placed in a medically induced coma a few days after crashing her car into a Mar Vista home last Friday.
Olivia Newton-John, beloved singer and actress, dies at 73
Her husband John Easterling announced her passing on her Facebook page.
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."
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By late afternoon we'll see thunderstorms, ahead of a cold front that comes through the Chicago area during the Saturday-to-Sunday overnight.
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Chicago pools, beaches transitioning to fall schedule
It seems like just days ago, we were talking about lifeguard shortages ahead of public pools opening for the summer.
Noche Caribeña happening at Navy Pier Saturday
The sounds of Puerto Rico's rich musical culture will brightly fill the air at Navy Pier at 5 p.m.
Chicago First Alert Weather: Saturday morning and afternoon showers
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