Domino's Pizza workers in Oak Lawn help family escape from fire
The pair rushed to help break a window, allowing a father and his two young sons to make it to safety.
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The pair rushed to help break a window, allowing a father and his two young sons to make it to safety.
Naser Khanfar and Sara Jones were closing up shop in Oak Lawn early Monday morning when they noticed flames at a mobile home across the street. The pair rushed to help break a window, allowing a father and his two young sons to make it to safety.
The fight broke out during halftime at Richards High School in Oak Lawn, just southwest of the Chicago city limits.
The fight broke out during halftime at Richards High School in Oak Lawn, just southwest of the Chicago city limits.
Northwestern College abruptly shut down after more than 122 years. The college in south suburban Oak Lawn offered degrees in medicine, dentistry, and nursing.
Stanley Pinkston, 42, went home Wednesday after heart transplant surgery. To be specific, Pinkston’s was the 300th heart transplant performed by doctors at Advocate Christ.
Sami Hirmiz, 19, and Faozi Hirmiz, 61, were arrested and charged with felony manufacture and delivery of cannabis, felony possession of cannabis, and possession of drug paraphernalia. Faozi was also charged with two counts of resisting arrest.
The suspected shooter, an employee of the trucking company where the shooting happened, was tackled and arrested.
An employee of the trucking company accused of shooting the officer was taken into custody.
Authorities arrested Marvin Johnson, 22, at his home in the 7800 block of South Essex Avenue on Thursday.
The winner purchased a "Fast Play Twenty 20s" ticket at a 7-11 convenience store at 4501 W. 95th St. They hit the jackpot worth $902,096.
Jeffery Fox, 41, from Oak Lawn was charged with unlawful possession of ammunition without a FOID card and felony possession of a controlled substance.
The crash pushed the family's couch--and the woman sleeping on it--across the living room.
The crash pushed the family's couch--and the woman sleeping on it--across the living room.
The bus driver went home and left 9-year-old Eva Bailey on the bus in Evergreen Park, according to police and Eva's mother.
The bus driver is charged with endangering the life of the child.
In court Tuesday, driver Leanne Cusack was found guilty of failure to reduce speed.
Murod Kurdi, 28, was struck by a car outside his Oak Lawn home back in June. He died several days later. On Tuesday, driver Leanne Cusack was found guilty of failure to reduce speed.
Responding officers met with a married couple who told them they were robbed of personal property by two armed male black offenders dressed in dark clothing while walking to their car, police said.
The car jumped across the sidewalk and smashed into a side door of the Dollar Tree at 10550 S. Cicero Ave.
The car jumped across the sidewalk and smashed into a side door of the Dollar Tree at 10550 S. Cicero Ave. Kris Habermehl reports from Chopper 2.
The robbery happened just after 8 p.m. on Monday at the store, located in the 5200 block of 95th Street.
Police arrested Nasir on felony identity theft, felony theft by deception, and a misdemeanor charge.
CBS 2 heard tales of flight confirmation numbers that didn't work and sagas of unpaid reservations at hotels.
State troopers are hosting a free car seat safety check and providing identification cards for children.
"Deny," "defend" and "depose" were written on shell casings recovered at the scene of the shooting that killed UnitedHealthcare CEO Brian Thompson on Wednesday.
More than 300 public facilities that serve as warm indoor spaces are also available during cold weather.
Four people were displaced as a result of the fire.
Wind chill values will range from 5 to 15 degrees below zero this morning.
The Blue Demons finished 11 for 35 from deep.
A federal appeals court is now reviewing the ban.
Reports now say Pedro Martinez has been offered a buyout, but did not take the offer.
Obama Foundation CEO Valerie Jarrett, a longtime senior advisor to former President Barack Obama, said it's important for all political parties to work together.
The Supreme Court weighed whether Tennessee's ban on gender-affirming care for minors experiencing gender dysphoria violates the Constitution.
At a Democratic Party Caucus for the south suburban township, Henyard had her name denied for the Democratic ballot because she did not have a full slate as required.
Thomas Riolo said he is paying the price for an update to his report that shows damage to his vehicle for which he is not responsible. The damage in question happened before he even owned the car.
While many scoured the internet to look for the best deals Monday, some prefer to shop in person and locally.
On Monday, President-elect Trump specifically promised a 25% tariff on all products coming from Mexico and Canada—in addition to a 10% levy on Chinese goods.
So far, despite several requests, the woman has not been able to get a hold of her medical records to send to her new doctors.
Those in the industry who spoke to CBS News Chicago said their margins are already so slim that an increased liquor tax could drive business owners to close their doors.
The program should launch early next year.
Feds find 11 kids illegally employed for at least 4 years at Seaboard Triumph Foods facility in Sioux City, Iowa.
Annesley Clark and Christine Corso were determined to say their vows before it was too late. So when Clark's nurses at Northwestern Medicine heard the couple's story, they jumped right into action.
Little Penelope Lo Destro's parents were about to start their family when there was a terrible diagnosis.
Lattes and other espresso-based drinks may not be available at some McDonald's restaurants due to a glitch with coffee machines.
The company said the decision means temporary layoffs of 400 workers—more than half of its workforce.
A judge's overturning of Wisconsin's 13-year-old law that effectively ended collective bargaining for teachers and most state government employees has rekindled a battle over labor rights in a state where the first public sector unions were formed 65 years ago.
Prestige Feed Products makes food for pets, and for livestock such as pigs and cows.
While many scoured the internet to look for the best deals Monday, some prefer to shop in person and locally.
Wisconsin public worker and teachers unions have scored a major legal victory with a ruling that restores collective bargaining rights they lost under a 2011 state law.
Here are the top songs, artists, and albums streamed on Spotify in Chicago this year, according to communications agency Burson Global.
Hip-hop royalty Kendrick Lamar, on the heels of dropping his surprise album "GNX," announced Tuesday morning dates for his forthcoming Grand National Tour, which will include a summer stop in Chicago.
The classic rock band AC/DC is making a stop in Chicago during their upcoming "Power Up" stadium tour this spring. The tour marks the first time they've hit the road in nine years.
The 17-time Grammy Award-winning artist's new album features 12 songs.
The British pop star is bringing her Brat 2025 arena tour to the Allstate Arena on April 28 at 7 p.m
Chicago police said just after 4 a.m., the victim, believed to be in his 60s, was found unresponsive in a fire at an apartment building in the 4500 block of South Francisco Avenue.
The 74-year-old bird named Wisdom was spotted with the egg and a new partner at an island sanctuary in Hawaii.
His move across state lines has fueled speculation he may mount a run for governor of Michigan when Gretchen Whitmer’s term expires in 2026.
Svetlana Dali, 57, had a police escort and landed at JFK Airport in New York Wednesday. She was immediately arrested by the FBI.
The wine-like beverage is made by fermenting rice, yeast and water for several weeks and can be served hot, cold or room-temperature.
Wind chills Thursday morning will be very cold, between -5 and -15 degrees.
Fire crews battled whipping winds and freezing temperatures as they fought the blaze.
Police have not confirmed whether the person in custody is the same man seen in surveillance images and video released Tuesday.
UnitedHealthcare CEO Brian Thompson was killed in a shooting outside a hotel in Midtown Manhattan.
Wind chill values will range from 5 to 15 degrees below zero this morning.
Why does so much of what gets tossed into those blue recycling bins end up in the trash? CBS News Chicago visited the city's largest recycling facility for some answers.
Eight people—four men and four women—were shot around 2 p.m. Monday afternoon in the house at 3511 W. 59th St. in the Chicago Lawn neighborhood.
The $1,000 threshold to make retail theft a felony crime—which was set by O'Neill Burke's predecessor, Kim Foxx—will be dropping to $300, effective immediately.
Police have said officers were investigating robberies near 55th and Pulaski, when they saw two suspects believed to be armed get into a Lexus and speed away.
Police are already looking ahead to the Thanksgiving Day Parade later this week.
The Blue Demons finished 11 for 35 from deep.
Alex Vlasic was the Blackhawks' best player, showing off his improved offensive game.
Offensive lineman Teven Jenkins said he believes Brown can help provide the team with a needed spark on the heels of a six-game losing streak.
Des Watson shot 8 for 12 (3 for 5 from 3-point range) and 5 of 6 from the free-throw line for the Ramblers (7-0).
Brooks Barnhizer had 21 points and 10 rebounds for Northwestern (6-3). Ty Berry added 20 points and Nick Martinelli scored 19.
"Deny," "defend" and "depose" were written on shell casings recovered at the scene of the shooting that killed UnitedHealthcare CEO Brian Thompson on Wednesday.
Late Wednesday, no one was in custody.
Police have not confirmed whether the person in custody is the same man seen in surveillance images and video released Tuesday.
Reddins was shot and killed in the line of duty on Nov. 29. The shooting marked the first line-of-duty death for an Oak Park police officer since 1938.
In each burglary, the thieves broke in through the front glass door or side window to get in, before stealing money from cash boxes, cash registers, and safes.
