Despite shootings down overall in Chicago, some North Side neighborhoods see increase
Citywide shootings are down about 19% so far this year compared to the same period in 2021.
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'We Are Helping With What We Can Do Right Here': Ukrainians, Chicagoans Donate Needed Supplies
"It's very disheartening to see what's happening and I just hope it stops soon. I don't know how, I hope it ends soon for the people of Ukraine."
Person In Custody After Shots Fired At Police In Rogers Park
One person is in custody after shots were fired at officers in the area of Glenwood and Farwell, according to police.
Proposed Switch To One-Way Street On Chicago's Near Northwest Side Is 'Going To Affect Businesses', According To Business Owner
"It would be really shameful of me to overturn all of their hard work simply because of flyers one person is putting up."
Chicago's North Side On Edge Over Spate Of Robberies And Attacks; Some Say Police Aren't Sufficiently Proactive
Business owners on the city's North Side have been demanding action from police since violent robberies have been taking over their neighborhoods.
'Trust People To Make The Best Choice': Options For Christmas Church Services In The Age Of Omicron
"There's both the spiritual health and the physical health. And its important to keep both in mind."
Police Warn Of Spate Of Liquor Store Burglaries, Largely In North Side Neighborhoods
Police on Monday issued a notice about a rash of liquor store smash-and-grab burglaries that have been happening largely in North Side neighborhoods in recent days.
Thieves Take Cash, Liquor Bottles From North Side Liquor Stores Overnight
Police are investigating a string of smash and grab liquor store burglaries that took place on the North Side early Wednesday morning.
Armed Robbery At Barry And Halsted Could Be Linked To Other Crimes
Chicago police are searching for suspects in three overnight armed robberies on Chicago's North Side. THey all happened just moments apart and within about a mile.
Woman Taken To Hospital Among Victims In String Of North Side Armed Robberies
A woman taken to the hospital was among the victims in a string of North Side armed robberies late Friday and early Saturday, police said.
'Crossroads' Project Looks To Boost New Development On The City's North Side
Clark street is at a crossroads. The city plans to study the North Side street to see how it can boost new development.
North Side Condo Building Residents Alarmed By Mail Thefts Apparently Committed Using A Master Key
One key fits all – and it's a big problem for residents of a Chicago condo building where people keep having their mail stolen.
Driver Caught With Egg On His Face, Fired After Company Connects Him With Spree Pelting Chicagoans With Raw Eggs
A driver has been fired from Value Furniture after some sleuthing Chicagoans helped his company connect him with a year-long spree of pelting people walking on the street with raw eggs.
North Side Residents See Improvement In Mail Delivery Following Recent Issues
"Most people had had trouble with the post office for at least three years. So that told me this isn't COVID; this isn't staffing, this isn't the new postmaster general of the United States."
'Those Plants Were Doing Benefit': Plant Poachers Strike Again On Chicago's North Side
"This is love and time and money that we're all putting into our neighborhood."
'A Family Lives There': Irving Park Residents Shocked As Home Is Shot Up
No one is in custody. And there's no word on whether it was targeted shooting.
'A Nice Wake Up Call' After Fire Forces Apartment Residents Into Street On Near North Side
"Yeah, it was an interesting way to start the day."
No Injuries In Chicago Mid Rise Fire On The Near North Side
Authorities said the fire was in the decking on the roof and that fire did not get inside the building.
'We Don't Want To Look Like A Segregated Chicago': Black Chamber Of Commerce Looks Into North Side Opportunities
"We are one Chicago right? So we want to look like one Chicago."
Break-Ins On Chicago's North Side May Be Connected
A handful of business vandalized and victimized. The store owners left felling shocked and violated.
Woman Violently Attacked And Robbed By Teens In Lincoln Park
A woman is recovering after she was punched and knocked to the ground during a robbery on Chicago's North Side
North Side Food And Supply Drive For West Side Community
Residents in Edgewater on Chicago's North Side are reaching out to people and businesses who need a hand in North Lawndale on the West Side.
Mike Bloomberg's Edgewater Campaign Office Vandalized
Mike Bloomberg's campaign office on the North Side was vandalized.
Bomb Threat Called Into Business On Chicago's Northwest Side
According to authorities, the business was told via a phone call to evacuate everyone because a bomb was inside the building.
CTA Repairs Continue At A Slow Pace On The North Side
"I figured it would be done by now."
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Chicago Police promise increased CTA patrols, but riders don't see more officers
CBS 2 asked CPD why riders didn't see more officers Sunday. Police said they will be able to clarify that with an additional press conference Monday.
Fallen Chicago police officer Ella French honored in special ceremony 1 year after her death
It's been one year since the officer was shot and killed during a traffic stop.
Chicago Weather Alert: Scattered downpours, possible flooding
Although widespread severe storms are not expected, storms producing gusty winds and torrential downpours will be possible.
6 killed, 40 wounded in weekend shootings across Chicago
At least seven people are dead, and 45 others are wounded after weekend shootings across the city so far.
Multiple cars hit by party bus in Northalsted neighborhood
People on Chicago's North Side were forced to run for safety as an out-of-control party bus sideswiped a string of cars Saturday.
16-year-old boy charged with attempted carjacking in West Lawn
The boy was identified as the offender who attempted to take a vehicle from a man in West Lawn.
Man shot, seriously wounded during altercation at party in North Austin
A man is shot during an altercation in the North Austin neighborhood Sunday morning.
Woman killed after laying in street, struck by vehicle in Longwood Manor
A woman is dead after being struck by a vehicle in the Longwood Manor neighborhood Saturday night.
Man shot, killed while outside in East Garfield Park
The victim was standing on the sidewalk when an unknown male fired shots, police say.
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Chicago Police promise increased CTA patrols, but riders don't see more officers
CBS 2 asked CPD why riders didn't see more officers Sunday. Police said they will be able to clarify that with an additional press conference Monday.
Fallen Chicago police officer Ella French honored in special ceremony 1 year after her death
It's been one year since the officer was shot and killed during a traffic stop.
Chicago Weather Alert: Scattered downpours, possible flooding
Although widespread severe storms are not expected, storms producing gusty winds and torrential downpours will be possible.
6 killed, 40 wounded in weekend shootings across Chicago
At least seven people are dead, and 45 others are wounded after weekend shootings across the city so far.
Multiple cars hit by party bus in Northalsted neighborhood
People on Chicago's North Side were forced to run for safety as an out-of-control party bus sideswiped a string of cars Saturday.
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$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.
Getting Hosed: North Lawndale landlord's water bill jumps from $200 to $20,000 for one month
Yasser Almanaseer said he has had no luck in getting it fixed.
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Indiana becomes 1st to approve abortion ban post Roe
The Indiana Legislature on Friday approved the near-total abortion ban with some exceptions, including in cases of rape, incest, and to protect the life and physical health of the mother.
Illinois abortion clinics have been flooded with patients since Roe overturning; new Indiana law could mean even more
More than a month after the U.S. Supreme Court overturned Roe v. Wade, a better idea is emerging of how big the impact has been on Illinois clinics.
Republicans pick Milwaukee to host 2024 national convention
The decision was all-but sealed after opposition in Nashville lead to that city's council on Tuesday rejecting a draft agreement for hosting the event.
Arizona, Missouri, Kansas, Michigan and Washington primary results
Abortion was on the ballot in Kansas, while Trump's influence was put to the test in swing state Arizona.
New men's homeless shelter in Rogers Park has green light, but not everyone likes the idea
"Our community's feelings about this are complex and the concerns are complex," said Ald. Maria Hadden (49th).
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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.
Flight delays and cancellations are expected to be a disaster this holiday weekend
Buckle up for a weekend of travel chaos – starting Thursday, mass delays and cancellations are expected just to get worse heading into the holiday weekend.
After losing rental income, Chicago man gets stuck with long wait from state assistance program
Rental income was part of a Chicago man's retirement plan, but that hit a snag when his renters lost their jobs during the pandemic.
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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.
Northalsted Market Days organizers focus on safety amid monkeypox outbreak
Market Days will be held this Saturday and Sunday along Halsted Street from Addison Street south to Belmont Avenue.
Gov. Pritzker declares monkeypox virus outbreak in Illinois a Public Health Emergency
The proclamation takes effect immediately and will remain in place for 30 days.
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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.
Meet Kyriakos 'Carl' Damianides, proudly at the helm of the Sky-Ride Tap downtown for 50 years
Imagine working at a place 50 years and hoping for 50 more – all because of the people.
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.
More Illinois Black, Latino business owners receive marijuana retail licenses
The state issued 149 retail licenses on Friday, more than doubling the number of pot shops statewide.
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Dunning blanks old team, García 5 RBIs as Texas routs ChiSox
Dane Dunning allowed one hit in seven dominant innings against his former team for his first win since April, and Adolis García drove in five runs as the Texas Rangers shut out the Chicago White Sox 8-0 on Saturday night.
Smyly finally wins at home as Cubs beat Marlins 4-0
Drew Smyly tossed shutout ball into the seventh inning for his first win at Wrigley Field for the Cubs, leading Chicago past the Miami Marlins 4-0 on Saturday.
Dylan Cease pitches 6 strong innings, White Sox beat Rangers
Dylan Cease pitched six strong innings, Eloy Jimenez hit a tiebreaking solo home run and the Chicago White Sox beat the Texas Rangers on Friday night.
Chicago Fire goalkeeper Gabriel Slonina signs with Chelsea
The young phenom goalkeeper will finish out the season in Chicago before heading over to the English Premier League.
Sky beat Washington Mystics, tie franchise record with 24 regular-season wins
The Sky have a two-game lead over second-place Las Vegas with four games to play.
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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."
Mary Alice, Emmy and Tony winning actress, dead at 85
She won a Tony Award for her starring role in "Fences" on Broadway, and an Emmy Award for her supporting role in the TV series "I'll Fly Away."
Will Smith addresses Chris Rock slap at Oscars in apology video
Smith said he didn't apologize during his Oscar's acceptance speech because he was "fogged out by that point."
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Tech enhances some experiences but do we always need it? CBS 2's Ed Curran takes us back to when less was more.
Chicago Weather Alert: Heavy rain by afternoon
A flood watch is up for DeKalb and McHenry counties, where up to 2 inches of rain has already fallen.
CPD officer Ella French to be honored 1 year after her death
Chicago police officer Ella French was shot and killed in the line of duty during a traffic stop gone wrong.
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