Orland Park man charged in shooting that left 1 dead, 3 hurt in Oak Forest
Omar Zegar, 37, of Orland Park, was charged with one felony count of aggravated unlawful use of a weapon with a revoked FOID card.
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Omar Zegar, 37, of Orland Park, was charged with one felony count of aggravated unlawful use of a weapon with a revoked FOID card.
Ken Kovac faces disorderly conduct and impersonation charges after allegedly creating fake Facebook accounts to impersonate and defame a current deputy chief.
A retired Orland Park police sergeant is facing charges after a monthslong investigation. Ken Kovac faces disorderly conduct and impersonation charges after allegedly creating fake Facebook accounts to impersonate and defame a current deputy chief.
The suspect stopped his car in the busy intersection of 149th Street and LaGrange Road.
The suspect was wanted in connection with a robbery in another city. Ring doorbell camera video showed a long line of police cars chasing the apparent armed robber at a low speed before he stopped.
Police have not said whether the shooting was targeted or a random act of violence.
Mail carrier and mother of three Mechella Williams was found shot dead in Orland Park. CBS 2's Charlie De Mar reports.
A woman was found dead inside a car at a gated community complex in south suburban Orland Park overnight. Police responded to the 170th block of Redbud Lane for reports of shots fired just after midnight. Officers found the shooting victim inside the vehicle.
The superintendent of the local district sent an email to staff acknowledging the strong smell and discomfort. Locals experienced symptoms like headaches and nausea.
The Illinois Department of Labor is investigating a roofing project after it created unpleasant odors and fumes inside Centennial School in suburban Orland Park.
Orland Park police said around 10:35 a.m., officers responded to a report of a battery in the 15400 block of Begonia Court where they learned of two battery victims and one suspect.
Terrence P. Clyne, 68, was charged with one count of hate crime and two counts of battery, one for each victim.
Shoppers have started to hit the stores at Orland Square Mall. General Manager Jeff Burnett gives an update on the turnout so far.
Rev. Stephen Lee, a pastor from Orland Park, and Trevian Kutti, a former publicist, both were booked into the Fulton County Jail on Friday, and later released on bail.
The fun kicked off Friday at the Orland Park Village Center.
The fun kicked off Friday at the Orland Park Village Center.
Those who might have been affected were asked to monitor their financial accounts or credit profiles for fraudulent activity.
The contractor's condition was stabilized.
The contractor fell into the well in the basement crawl space of a home.
Visitors will find all things pretty and pink - including exclusive merchandise and limited-edition collectibles.
The Hello Kitty Café pop-up truck is rolling into Chicago this weekend.
Orland Park Bakery, located at 14850 South La Grange Road, shared a sweet offer in honor of National Donut Day they're giving away a giant donut-shaped cake.
The Wlodarski children also honor their mom's legacy by advocating against drunk driving.
Almost 40 people die in a drunk driving crash every single day. An Orland Park family knows that statistic well. The 33rd anniversary of the day their mother was killed by a drunk driver is next month. CBS 2's Lauren Victory shared a message from the victim's five children ahead of Memorial Day weekend celebrations.
The organization picks 25 Black, female entrepreneurs to earn a $10,000 grant for their businesses.
Three women were wounded in a shooting on Christmas night on Thursday in west suburban Aurora.
A person threw a "flammable object" into a home in Chicago's Kenwood neighborhood early Christmas morning, police said.
The Brookfield zoo is offering free admission from January 5 through February 28
Chicago police are investigating a sex assault that happened on Christmas Eve on the city's West Side.
Chicago police are looking for a tow truck driver who they said shot at a woman after a minor crash overnight.
The Veterans Affairs Department is reimposing a near total ban on abortions for veterans and their families that was modified in 2022.
Strikes against ISIS targets in Nigeria come after President Trump spent weeks accusing the West African country's government of failing to rein in the persecution of Christians.
The message, aired on Channel 4 on Christmas Day, reflected on the impact of President Trump's second term in office thus far.
Pope Leo XIV has revealed he privately urged Gov. JB Pritzker not to sign a bill legalizing medical assistance in dying in Illinois.
President Trump invoked a law called Title 10 to bring members of the Illinois National Guard under federal service over the objections of state and local leaders.
A new report shines a light on electricity shortages that Illinois could face in less than 10 years.
With less than two weeks until Christmas, if you're sending gifts to people far from home, the deadlines to get them there on time are fast approaching.
A condo owner in Country Club Hills says he's forced to sell his home after his condo association failed to reimburse him for repairs to his leaking roof. Edward Hadnott's condo has sat empty since a major roof leak in 2022.
The U.S. stopped minting pennies this week, and some groups have issued a warning about the headaches that can create for some businesses and consumers.
Why is one school in the west Chicago suburb of Lisle paying a water bill three times higher than another? The answer has to do with a private utility company.
Millions of people with an Affordable Care Act health plan face a massive jump in premiums next year — this chart shows just how much.
It's the holiday season, which means it's the most common time of year for norovirus to spread. Here's what you need to know about this winter stomach bug.
A study conducted in part by Chicago's Northwestern Medicine found that tanning beds not only triple the risk of melanoma, but can also damage DNA across nearly the whole skin surface.
An investigation into the case of a Michigan man who contracted rabies after an organ transplant provided more details on the infection's origin.
The newest measles vaccination numbers released by Chicago Public Schools shows immunizations are finally moving in the right direction.
The Chicago Bears are expanding their search for a new stadium to Northwest Indiana, even though they already own land in Arlington Heights and have also proposed a new lakefront stadium in Chicago.
A Culver's is coming to Chicago's South Loop, a real estate broker has confirmed.
A new vision for passenger rail is on track in southeastern Wisconsin. The MARK Passenger Rail Commission held its inaugural meeting on December 5, 2025, at Racine City Hall.
U.S. Steel says it'll resume making steel slabs at its Granite City Works plant in Illinois amid strengthening demand.
Traffic at O'Hare International Airport is growing faster than expected, and this has Chicago city leaders wanting to make big changes to future construction plans at the airport.
The message, aired on Channel 4 on Christmas Day, reflected on the impact of President Trump's second term in office thus far.
The singer said an MRI showed a cancerous spot on one of his lungs after he recovered from a lengthy bout of bronchitis.
James Ransone, the actor who played Ziggy Sobotka in the HBO series "The Wire" and appeared in many other TV shows and movies, has died.
Chicago's Cadillac Palace Theatre is hosting "The Phantom of the Opera," and staff offered a firsthand look at the iconic chandelier inside the theater this week.
The special features interviews with Kathy Bates, Annette Bening, Albert Brooks, Michael Douglas, Kiefer Sutherland, Jerry O'Connell and Mandy Patinkin.
Heating costs are up and temperatures are down, but there are things you can do to make sure you stay warm without breaking the bank this winter.
Showers are expected to move in on Friday morning in Chicago with highs in the upper 40s and low 50s.
Parts of the Northeast are preparing for winter weather this week.
We often make the wrong choices simply because we buy into myths about food. Here are some food truths.
Chicago police are investigating a sex assault that happened on Christmas Eve on the city’s West Side.
From gun safety to rogue towers, protection from squatters, medical assistance in dying and more, here are some of the most notable changes in the new year.
Two teens were injured in separate shootings overnight in Chicago.
Three women were wounded in a shooting on Christmas night on Thursday in west suburban Aurora.
A person threw a "flammable object" into a home in Chicago's Kenwood neighborhood early Christmas morning, police said.
The Brookfield zoo is offering free admission from January 5 through February 28
Cameras not working, video evidence missed by police and a psychic that leads a hit and run victim's son to a clue that changes the case
Some Chicago area hospitals are at risk of significant flooding both in and around the buildings, according to new KFF Health News/Fathom models.
Lawmakers in Springfield are looking to address the high water bills being reported in some suburbs from customers of Illinois American Water.
Electric bills in the Chicago area could go up as much as $70 in the next three years because of data centers, according to the Citizens Utility Board.
Advocates and legislators are seeking solutions and and accountability for a pattern of Chicago police arresting Black gun owners on firearms charges despite valid FOID and CCL licenses.
One year ago, the Chicago Bears were fighting for draft positioning. Now they've clinched a playoff spot in the first year of a new coaching regime.
As the 11-4 Chicago Bears prepare for their Sunday night matchup with the 11-4 San Francisco 49ers, one player earned an extra Christmas present from the league thanks to his impressive performance against the Green Bay Packers.
Travis Konecny scored and added his 300th career assist, leading the Philadelphia Flyers past the Blackhawks 3-1 and handing depleted Chicago its sixth straight loss.
The Bulls trailed 117-107 but closed the game on a 19-6 run.
Three Chicago Bears players have been named to the 2026 NFC Pro Bowl roster: safety Kevin Byard III, center Drew Dalman, and left guard Joe Thuney.
Three women were wounded in a shooting on Christmas night on Thursday in west suburban Aurora.
A woman was released on electronic monitoring Wednesday after authorities said she drove drunk and caused a crash that injured a family of four in Lombard, Illinois.
Multiple cars were broken into this week in Chicago's Lincoln Park neighborhood.
Four women have been charged with leading police on a high-speed chase after stealing from a retail store in the west Chicago suburb of Villa Park.
A woman has been charged with attacking four people at a CTA bus stop in the Lawndale neighborhood, including a woman she allegedly slashed with a broken beer bottle after threatening that woman's mother.
