Lakeview Robberies Rattle Residents: 'It's Kind Of Scary'
"We have burglars who are looking to make an easy score which means they're just checking doorknobs."
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"We have burglars who are looking to make an easy score which means they're just checking doorknobs."
Cook County State's Attorney Kim Foxx denied that her office fixed the Jussie Smollett case by agreeing to drop charges, insisting prosecutors handled the disorderly conduct charges the same way they do in thousands of other low-level felony cases.
"It adds up with all of the customers. It could add up to thousands of dollars in the end."
Gates closing, but no trains; months of false alarms at railroad crossings in Lockport have been causing quite a headache for drivers, but a fix might finally be in the works.
"It stopped cold. I flew over it, fell in my right shoulder. I thought I broke my shoulder basically. I was in that much pain."
Legionnaires is a serious lung infection that people can get by breathing in small droplets of water containing Legionella bacteria.
It involves violations related to controlled substances, impersonation of public servants, criminal confinement and other potential criminal offenses related to traffic stops.
Some in the community fear the killer may have left the state. It's a possibility investigators are considering.
Chicago Police Superintendent Eddie Johnson said it is the largest reward ever raised for a Chicago homicide suspect.
She gave him $40, but refused to give him her phone. That's when he shot her twice in the head, got out of the car and ran.
"There's more than two women. I am hoping that through the media and exposure on this case more women come forward because the images that I have, there are dozens of women who are unidentified."
A Lake County family is seeking answers after a kindergartener was injured at school and no one called her parents.
The car is described as a silver 2013 Chevy Malibu with Illinois license plate number AV-65043. It has tinted windows, and the passenger side window is cracked.
Police have stepped up patrols in the Rogers Park area, but some residents fear that won't be enough to stop the killer from striking again.
Two men were shot and killed in less than two days in Rogers Park, just blocks away from each other, and police believe one gunman is responsible.
91-year-old Yen Wong suffered a broken collarbone and bleeding on the brain. He remains hospitalized at Northwestern Memorial Hospital on an IV because he can't eat or drink.
Jon Burge, the infamous former Chicago Police commander who served a 4 ½-year sentence for lying about the torture of criminal suspects, has died at age 70.
The 42-year-old said he was stopped at red light when he saw police trying to stop a black Mercedes.
The head of the union that represents most Chicago police officers fears the requirement will cause officers to hesitate.
City building inspectors are going after the owner of the Little Village home where a fire killed ten children last Sunday, hitting him with more than 40 violations at his property.
His death was ruled a suicide by the medical examiner's office, but the family of 15-year-old Steven Rosenthal is questioning that ruling and the Chicago Police Department's account of the shooting that occurred on August 17th.
Gangs entering Chicago parks is a chronic problem in the city's violence epidemic, but today the story was different.
A 43-year-old man was shot and killed early Thursday, when he confronted four men who had broken into his home in the Longwood Manor neighborhood.
"I'm so grateful that we're alive we didn't lose anyone, and that to me is a miracle."
CPS will likely need to borrow most of or all of the money to finance a $1 billion proposal, despite the city's improved credit rating.
Feels like conditions are ranging from 10 to 20 degrees below zero.
Six people escaped from their burning homes safely.
From warming centers to homeless encampments, The Salvation Army made sure everyone got not only food, but the supplies to make it through the night.
The Blue Demons (10-10, 1-8) were led in scoring by Layden Blocker, who finished with 15 points and three steals.
The Chicago Hard Rock Café at 63 W. Ontario St. opened in June 1986.
New trustee Stephanie Wiedeman won nomination and was sworn in at the Tuesday night assembly. She replaced Jerry Jones, who resigned.
The shutdown of the app forced tens of thousands of appointments to request asylum to be canceled — leaving some families split across country lines.
Gov. JB Pritzker and President Trump had a fractious relationship during the president's first term, and things look to remain the same the second time around.
President Trump's order impacts both convictions and pending cases. It says approximately 300 pending cases should be dismissed, including some in Illinois.
"The language in the 14th Amendment is clear and unambiguous. If you are born in this country, you are a citizen of this country," Raoul said of President Trump's attempt to end birthright citizenship.
Mail thefts spike in January for clear reasons; so scam artists can get tax information to fill out fake tax returns to get refund checks.
There is a plumber shortage that is only getting worse—so not only will it take longer to get repairs done, but it is going to be a lot more expensive.
The BBB said the scammers invite shoppers to redeem fake reward points at stores that appear to be legitimate and familiar.
Macy's announced the impending closures Thursday, calling it part of the retailer's plan to "return the company to sustainable, profitable sales growth."
Many turned out to take advantage of day-after-Christmas sales that can be hard to pass up.
The facility is known for providing treatment to women and girls struggling with everything from eating disorders, substance abuse, trauma, mood disorders, and sexual abuse.
A new report found that more women and young adults are having cancer, a shift.
The $30 million facility from Humboldt Park Health was years in the making in an effort to provide more health equity on the West Side.
Officials have blamed a new strain for this winter's surge in norovirus cases.
Nearly 25,000 pounds of taquitos recalled after a consumer found metal pieces, while another reported a dental injury.
The Chicago Hard Rock Café at 63 W. Ontario St. opened in June 1986.
TikTok could shut down the social media site in the U.S. by Sunday, Jan. 19.
A total of five Chicago Walgreens stores will close between Monday, Feb. 17, and Thursday, Feb. 27.
Neighbors stepped up to put food back on the shelves—and kept Hyde Park Produce afloat when so many Chicago businesses have struggled and have even been forced to close.
Macy's announced the impending closures Thursday, calling it part of the retailer's plan to "return the company to sustainable, profitable sales growth."
Jeremy Piven characterized his mother as a passionate teacher who "genuinely enjoyed the evolution of her students.
David Lynch has died at the age of 78, his family announced.
Bob Uecker was the voice of his hometown Milwaukee Brewers who after a short playing career earned the moniker "Mr. Baseball" and honors from the Hall of Fame.
The country music star is set to perform "America the Beautiful" before Trump takes the oath of office.
As we say ADIEU to 2024, a new study has revealed last year's hardest Wordle puzzles in each U.S. state, including Illinois.
CBS legal analyst Irv Miller joined Dana Kozlov to discuss next steps in Mike Madigan’s corruption trial.
Meteorologist Kylee Miller has the extended forecast.
Just before 9 p.m., Firefighters battled heavy flames and issues with frozen hydrants at the building in the 1600 block of West Cullerton Street.
While on vacation in Tulum, Mexico, Lina Nassiri was recording herself jumping into the ocean with a waterproof iPhone case when her phone slipped from her hand. A lifeguard found it, but it kept recording while lost.
A new study out of UCLA estimates more than 39 million people globally could die from antibiotic-resistant infections over the next 25 years.
New trustee Stephanie Wiedeman won nomination and was sworn in at the Tuesday night assembly.
There were hoarder conditions inside the house where the fire broke out, according to the Fire Department.
The shutdown of the app forced tens of thousands of appointments to request asylum to be canceled — leaving some families split across country lines.
President Trump's order impacts both convictions and pending cases. It says approximately 300 pending cases should be dismissed, including some in Illinois.
Another arctic cold day with single digits is ahead for the Chicago area.
The dog's owner, Kent Maynard, said his case was treated differently from the start.
Illinois is the only state in the country that requires seniors to have their driving skills tested on a regular basis.
City attorneys recommended the settlements in lawsuits tied to former CPD Commander Jon Burge, former Sgt. Ronald Watts, and former Det. Reynaldo Guevara - all of whom have been accused of framing dozens of people.
Ald. Ray Lopez (15th) said the wooden or plastic traffic barriers currently recommended for permitted street fairs and festivals in Chicago are a security weakness, and that needs to change.
Cook County sheriff deputies served only 25% of protective orders between 2021 and 2023, data show.
The Blue Demons (10-10, 1-8) were led in scoring by Layden Blocker, who finished with 15 points and three steals.
The 'Hawks' Connor Bedard angrily knocked the puck into the net right after the game ended.
The Buckeyes earned their second national title since the start of the College Football Playoff era.
The Chicago Bears will formally introduce Johnson during a press conference on Wednesday.
Zach LaVine had 27 points for the Bulls.
President Trump's order impacts both convictions and pending cases. It says approximately 300 pending cases should be dismissed, including some in Illinois.
Dakota Petrey, 30, has been charged with first-degree murder and aggravated criminal sexual assault in the death of Vanessa Ceja Ramirez.
President Trump pledged on the campaign trail to absolve those who were charged for their conduct on Jan. 6, 2021.
Police did not specify any narrative about what happened or if anyone else besides these two men was involved.
According to court documents, Robert Pasco, 42, was sleeping with a gun under his pillow last week when his pregnant girlfriend — Edith Castrejon, 35 — reached over and grabbed it.
