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The police chief and the mayor in suburban Lyons have shared more information about a sophisticated, high-end theft ring that spanned multiple states and amounted to millions of dollars.
The investigation is centered around a warehouse in the Austin neighborhood filled with stolen merchandise.
The stolen good were swiped from rail cars from across the country, then shipped to the warehouse where they were sold to unsuspecting retailers.
Millions of dollars in high-end shoes, including Nikes and Yeezys were found, not at a store, but at a West Side warehouse that was home to a theft ring that targeted freight trains. CBS 2's Andrew Ramos showed how police busted the operation.
Millions of dollars in high-end shoes, including Nikes and Yeezys were found, not at a store, but at a West Side warehouse that was home to a theft ring that targeted freight trains. CBS 2's Andrew Ramos showed how police busted the operation.
Lyons Fire Chief Gordon Nord said the damage "certainly appears to be" due to a tornado.
Wednesday's storms left a trail of damage through multiple southwest suburban communities along the Interstate 55 corridor.
CBS 2's Jermont Terry was in southwest suburban Lyons where a storm ripped through, causing debris to fall and powerlines to be downed with started a fire.
It happened on Wednesday when CBS 2 using a trolley to help the United Way collect food for the needy while standing around at Lyons Township High School.
The family of Sara Straney is calling for charges against the driver, but police didn't pursue any.
The family of Sara Straney is calling for charges against the driver, but police didn't pursue any.
The Cook County Medical Examiner's office ruled the boy died of nutritional neglect, and his death was a homicide.
The Lyons Township football staff knew the moment they heard Elliott kick a football that he was special.
Holiday celebrations continue in Cook County and northeastern Illinois.
It's a commemoration of the biblical story of the day when three kings went to visit the baby Jesus.
Michael Lelko, 47, has been charged with two counts of concealment of a death, according to Lyons police.
All five people and two pets inside made it out safely.
Two Chicago Police officers were wounded Wednesday night when another officer's gun accidentally discharged during a struggle with a suspect in west suburban Lyons, police said.
Some of the guns turned up at Chicago crime scenes.
Two brothers have been released from custody, but remain the subject of a death investigation, after they told police they buried their mother and sister in the backyard of their home in Lyons.
Police in west suburban Lyons are conducting a homicide investigation, after two brothers revealed they buried their mother and sister in their backyard.
"I just think that this is municipal property. I can't see it any other way," said Christine Wehrle, who disputes that she should have to pay for the repairs.
Chris Getty appeared to win reelection Tuesday night as village president in Lyons.
Cicero Fire Department Lt. Brian Kulaga said he was out running errands in Lyons on Friday afternoon, when he spotted a fire in the second floor apartments above Waterworks Tavern at 7815 Ogden Ave.
This was the major-league worst White Sox' 12th straight loss.
Kyle Hendricks (2-9) allowed six runs on eight hits in five innings in the loss.
Staci Boyer never met the fallen servicemembers or veterans, some who died decades ago, but she won't let their service or sacrifice fade from memory.
A woman who had been onboard said the boat was a rented charter, and things started going wrong as they were pulling back into the harbor.
Late Friday, no one was in custody. Detectives were investigating.
The Secret Service and Chicago Police will be speaking with people who live near the DNC action to give some insight on public safety protocols, road closures, and transportation information ahead of the convention.
The former president called Harris a "happy warrior" and vowed to do all he can to help her defeat former President Donald Trump in November.
The 500-acre site would become home to the world's first commercially useful quantum computer.
"I will say that I have said directly to the vice president that I'm going to do everything and anything that is necessary to make sure that we beat Donald Trump and JD Vance," Pritzker said.
The Chicago Teachers Union opposed the budget plan, warning of the impact of spending cuts imposed to eliminate a $500 million deficit.
Experts say insurance companies are paying close attention, and the average person should be doing so too.
The hike was fueled mainly by the company's Safety Modernization Program to replace nearly 2,000 miles of dangerous, old, deteriorating natural gas pipes.
As of Tuesday evening, a total of five tornadoes had been confirmed in the Chicago area from the storms Monday night and six Sunday night.
The tax is up just 2 cents compared with Sunday. But it is quite a jump compared with the Illinois gas seven years ago.
One third of Chicago's roughly 400 new car dealers are using pen and paper to complete deals.
Amid a widening listeria outbreak, Boar's Head is recalling all of its liverwurst products sold nationwide, as well as some deli meats.
A warning of a Listeria monocytogenes outbreak affecting 12 states, including Pennsylvania, New Jersey and New York, was issued by the CDC Friday afternoon linking infections to sliced meat at deli counters.
Lisa Gee's experience taught her the life-saving importance of organ donations for thousands of patients.
Keisha House said people trust their hairdressers and barbers, and great communication takes place while in those chairs.
The FDA found even some products that claimed to be "sterile" were contaminated.
The way things had been going, owner Alfio Sciacca was not sure Amici would make it a year. Now, everything has changed.
Bally's took possession of the River West property July 5.
The plant, which was indefinitely idled in February 2023, is expected to reopen next year.
Fiscal Year 2024 saw total cannabis sales exceed $2 billion, which exceeded the figures for Fiscal Years 2023 and 2022.
Kroger owns the Mariano's brand, while Albertsons owns Jewel-Osco.
Newhart was an Oak Park native and an alumnus of Saint Ignatius College Prep and Loyola University in Chicago.
Bob Newhart, who starred in the long-running sitcoms "The Bob Newhart Show" and "Newhart," has died at age 94.
Nominations for the 76th annual Emmy Awards were announced Wednesday, with "Shōgun," "The Bear," "Hacks," "Only Murders in the Building" and "Baby Reindeer" all earning multiple major nods. See the full list of nominees for the 2024 ceremony here.
"Big Brother" announced Tuesday the 16 new Houseguests who will move into the "Big Brother" house and, for the first time ever, have the power to vote in a 17th houseguest.
After many people criticized Andress' rendition of the National Anthem online, comparing her with Fergie, the singer says she's going to rehab.
Chief Meteorologist Albert Ramon has your 10 p.m. First Alert Weather forecast for Friday, July 26, 2024.
Staci Boyer has never met the fallen servicemembers or veterans, some who died decades ago, but she won't let their service or sacrifice fade from memory. Noel Brennan has her story in this edition of Eye on Chicago.
Meanwhile, CBS News uncovered new details about the background of former Sangamon County Sheriff’s Deputy Sean Grayson, who shot and killed Massey earlier this month. Jermont Terry reports.
The boat capsized near 31st Street Harbor Friday night. Darius Johnson reports from the scene where he talked with a woman who was on the boat, while Marybel Gonzalez reports from Insight Hospital and Medical Center.
The Chicago Bears put on the pads for the first time this training camp on Friday and the energy levels were up, especially considering it was also the first practice fully open to fans.
A woman who had been onboard said the boat was a rented charter, and things started going wrong as they were pulling back into the harbor.
Sean Grayson, the now-fired Illinois sheriff's deputy charged with killing 36-year-old Sonya Massey in her own home, had a disciplinary file that included accusations of bullying and abuse of power, records obtained by CBS News show.
This was the major-league worst White Sox' 12th straight loss.
Kyle Hendricks (2-9) allowed six runs on eight hits in five innings in the loss.
Staci Boyer never met the fallen servicemembers or veterans, some who died decades ago, but she won't let their service or sacrifice fade from memory.
Former Secret Service agent McCarthy said security for both conventions is now even under more scrutiny since the assassination attempt on former President Trump.
The department has now confirmed they will be providing emergency medical support both inside the secure perimeter that will be going up around the United Center.
Data show the 4th of July has historically been one of the deadliest days of the year.
The former University of Illinois football player had been hired at Aunt Martha's despite having a criminal conviction on his record.
Two battalion chiefs told CBS 2 Investigators said hiring needs to be a priority for the Chicago Fire Department, and they plan to protest their working conditions.
This was the major-league worst White Sox' 12th straight loss.
Kyle Hendricks (2-9) allowed six runs on eight hits in five innings in the loss.
Ryan Bates and Coleman Shelton, are in a friendly fight for the starting center job.
The team is allowing Owens to skip part of Training Camp and their first preseason game so he can go to Paris to cheer on his wife.
The Chicago Union recently moved their home games to Evanston, which has helped grow attendance significantly.
Late Friday, no one was in custody. Detectives were investigating.
The business owner said her neighbor in a strip mall has repeatedly used a racial slur against her and her daughter, incidents she's captured on video.
So far this year, there have been at least 25 homicides in Grand Crossing, compared to 17 over the same time period last year.
A woman fatally shot her former daughter-in-law before killing herself on the Upper East Side Friday, police said.
Sean Grayson, the now-fired Illinois sheriff's deputy charged with killing 36-year-old Sonya Massey in her own home, had a disciplinary file that included accusations of bullying and abuse of power, records obtained by CBS News show.